Basic Fashion Tips to Instantly Elevate Your Style

If you’re anything like me, then you know how it is when every now and again you get into a blah funk or repeating the same look over and over. Well it doesn’t take much to break out of that stylish rut and instantly elevate and improve your style. Check out these fashion tips to improve your style with things that are already in your wardrobe!

Wear stripes!
Not only does it give you an instant Parisian chic feel but stripes add visual interest to another wise plain look. Next time your feeling drab in a plain white tee, swap it out for some chic stripes. Worried they will make you look wider? Opt for thinner stripes or stripes that alternate between thick and thin.

Buy the shoes
Get an instant boost of confidence with those extra three inches in your favorite heels. Not only will they add some pep to your step but high heels also give you instant leg definition without a single work out. Win-win! Just make sure that they are comfortable for all day use and short enough to walk in.
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A faux leather jacket adds instant cool
The perfect third piece you need in your weekend wardrobe is a faux leather jacket. It can take a dress from sweet and feminine to street style in an instant and give ‘it’ girl vibes to anyone. With so many great faux leather options available, there is no need to splurge on the real deal.
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Become a lipstick lover
Lipstick is one of the final touches to any outfit. Just the right shade can express your mood and personality with a simple swipe of bright pop of pink, timeless red, or chic nude. Remember that it’s your face people will remember!
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Sunglasses are style savers.
Whether your just rushing into the store or putting the final touch on an awesome look, make sure to include your shades. Much like high heels, sunnies can add that extra boost of confidence if only because they are hiding your no-makeup Monday. I personally use them as a surrogate headband and will often walk though the airport sporting with my favorite pair. If it works for the stars it can work for us!
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Experiment small first
 While we all get into style routines, try to bust out in small ways. New colors, prints, or style statements can be intimidating so start small. Experiment on your feet or on your arm first. It’s easy to match just about anything with a tee and blue jeans so why not start there rather than stress about pairing prints and colors together.

How do you instantly elevate your style? Let me know in the comments!