Imagine that you just get out of the shower, and you’re standing in front of a wardrobe full of clothes, and then you think: I have nothing to wear today! This scenario is something that we haven’t made up, it’s a common situation that almost everyone has been through. But how come that with a closet full of clothes, we can’t find a combination that works for us? It doesn’t matter if you’re thinking of how to dress for work or a night out, we will help you to get out of this type of drama from now on.
The problem with having many clothes to choose from and can’t be able to find something that suits you is due to a lack of imagination in your outfit combinations. Today we will show you how to succeed when dressing by learning how to combine your clothes. After reading this guide, we can guarantee that you will never feel you have nothing to wear again.
First, know your basics…
Basic garments would be your life saver for almost any event. Why? They can combine with anything, and you can upgrade a casual outfit by just changing tennis shoes for flashy heels and adding the right accessories. So, you must have your basics handy in an area of your closet specifically for those clothes (believe us that will save you time whenever you are in a hurry). The must-have basic clothing that you need are:
- White shirt
- White, black, and neutral colours t-shirts
- Perfect fit and comfortable jeans
- Black blazer
- Black suit pants
- Little black dress
- White tennis
- Comfortable high heels
- Trench coat
- Leather jacket
- Leather skirt
It doesn’t matter your age or style, these are the basic stuff that you must have in your wardrobe, so you can combine it with other garments. But remember, you can still show your personality through basic clothing. For example, your comfortable and perfect fit jeans can be with a high waist, ripped off, with some bleach, with a unique cut, etc., it all depends on your taste.
How to combine anything else that is in the closet…
Basic clothing would be your best ally to combine any other clothes that you have in the wardrobe. If you don’t have basic garments, then it would be time to go shopping and buy some of them; a change of style can change your life in a good way. To achieve an outstanding style, you must learn to:
Combine colours
One of the main issues people face while choosing their clothes is to combine colours correctly. However, remember that fashion is also about creativity, and you can choose clothes that do not combine at all to make a statement. But let’s start with the basics first and show you how to match your outfit properly:
Monochromatic
Monochromatic combinations are all about wearing pieces of the same colour. For example, choosing a light blue t-shirt, blue jeans, and a deep blue jacket. Don’t let this combination fool you, you can be extremely imaginative and even match garments with patterns. You can find inspiration for this kind of outfit on Pinterest.
Complementary colours
Have you ever heard about the colour wheel?? If you haven’t, then it would be the right time to study it. One of the principles that the colour wheel can show you is how to combine complementary (or opposite) colours. For example, you can wear a blue dress and choose your accessories in orange (that would be its opposite or a complementary colour) to make them stand out, but still, match.
Highlight pieces
Now, if you have a colourful piece of fabric that you want to combine but don’t know how to do so, then follow this advice. Try to dress up in neutral colours, or in a monochromatic way, like all in black, and then add the garment that is colourful to the outfit. For instance, you can dress all in black, and wear a yellow blazer that will be the highlight piece of your outfit.
Match basic clothing with trends
Here comes the fun part, and it will be all about showing your personality, and using basic clothes will make things way easier for you. You can create outfits and try them on to know if they truly work out for you. The key here will be to find all the possible combinations of a basic piece of clothing with other pieces that are in trend. Don’t hesitate on being creative and let your imagination flow.
Conclusion:
As you see, learning how to match clothes is not that hard, it’s a matter of knowing the colour wheel, letting your creativity run free, and acknowledging your style. This can be a good way to know how to step out of your fashion comfort zone and be bolder about your style. Just make sure that every outfit combination you do makes you feel comfortable. The secret to pulling out any outfit is to wear it with confidence, and if you feel comfortable on it, then it will be easier to do so.Â
Author Bio:
Hi, I’m Eleena Wills. Being a writer and blogger, I strive to provide informative and valuable articles to people. With quality, constructive, and well-researched articles, one can make informed choices. I cover a wide range of topics, from home improvement to hair styling, health & fitness and automotive. You can follow me on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
