Something a lot of people do not tell you about dressing up is that it can be hard sometimes when you don’t actually know what to wear, especially when you are a sweats and sneakers girl (been there!). With all the trends that come and go at the slightest, knowing how to dress better can help you be authentic and stay true to yourself.

There is more to dressing up than putting on a dress and some heels or some flats and sneakers. They say, ‘DRESS THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE ADDRESSED.’ You have to learn to dress in a way that shows the best parts of you; your confidence, profession and personality. For a beginner, it can be very difficult; there are a few hacks and tips that can help you dress better. Here are some tips you didn’t know you needed

BE ORGANISED: Organising your wardrobe is one thing, but organising your style is another important thing to do. Find out the challenges that you have in your wardrobe and note them down. This will help you figure out what exactly is wrong with your style faster.

UNDERWEAR: Even though people don’t really put much thought into purchasing what they wear underneath, it has a lot to do with how you look. To be on the safe side, your underwear should be in neutral colours to help blend with your skin, no matter what you wear. Choose underwear that you will be comfortable wearing and that won’t be visible.

KEEP IT SIMPLE: When someone says ‘keep it simple,’ that doesn’t mean it should be just some sweats and sneakers. Don’t style your white or black with just a skirt or a pair of pants. With this, you look simple but elevated, and it gives your look a whole different meaning. Make sure it always fits perfectly as well. Go to a tailor if needed

ACCESSORIES CAN BE A GAME CHANGER: Putting on a pair of earrings or a small necklace can take your look to the next level. Keep their colours similar, it gives a nice touch to your look. As you go, you can learn how to layer jewellery and make it look good with any outfit.

AVOID HAVING SO MANY SILHOUETTE DRESSES: Having dresses is fun till you have nothing to pair them with. Focus more on getting pieces that you can easily pair with other pieces in your wardrobe. This will help you make a new look, and it won’t be difficult for you to dress up each day. 

NAILS: Your hands are a very big indication of how you take care of yourself. Your nails don’t only transform the way your hands look on the outside, but also the way you feel on the inside. You have to choose what you can maintain and what colours can go with your everyday outfits. Your nails have to always be neat and manicured. This helps elevate your look. 

The way you look doesn’t just make you appear good on the outside; it also reveals a lot about how you care for yourself and how you value your own worth. Making mindful choices about your appearance is very important for building confidence both inside and out.