7 Tips on How to Dress Elegantly ...

The first step in how to dress elegantly is to realize that simplicity is elegant. Look at any picture of a woman that you consider to be elegant and see if she doesn’t dress with simplicity. Many times, this means wearing solids rather than patterns, but not always. It may be a simple sheath dress. You should not underestimate the power of dressing with simplicity.

If you want to look good, you must know what works for you. This means that you figure out what colors are best for you. It means that you know what style and fit of jeans, skirts and dresses are most flattering for your body type. Know what works for you and refuse to compromise, even if an item is on sale. It is better to pay a bit more and look lovely than to buy something on sale that does not do you justice.

Some pieces of clothing and accessories are just timeless. They stand the test of time because they never lose their appeal. A few pieces that I can think of are a little black dress, nude pumps, diamond studs and a strand of pearls. These pieces work now the same as they did 25 years ago and are all very elegant. Purchasing pieces like these is a wise decision and another step toward dressing elegantly.

You can't underestimate the power of a good bag. A good bag can make you look totally put together. It doesn’t have to be a name brand bag although there are many beautiful name brand purses. Basically what you are looking for is clean lines, something that catches the eye but is still understated. It is the kind of bag that you know it when you see it.

Finding your own style takes time but it is an important part of dressing elegantly. If you aren’t sure what you like and what feels right to you, you will not feel or look comfortable in your clothing. There are several things that can help you identify your style. There are many quizzes you can find online to help you. You can also just look in your closet and see what clothing themes appear repeatedly.

Believe it or not, things like posture and confidence matter in what kind of aura you give off. Having good posture and looking confident can absolutely make you look more elegant. Think about this. Have you ever seen a woman that was elegantly dressed that looked uncomfortable in her clothing? Most likely the answer is no and it isn’t because of what she had on. It was because she was confident in who she was, not just what she was wearing.

If you want to dress elegantly, learning to love neutrals is essential to that. For me, black is one of the most tasteful choices you can make if you want to dress elegantly. This is not to say you can’t wear color or patterns. But realizing the importance of neutrals is helpful. Then you can mix up some patterns and color with those neutrals.

Dressing elegantly is something any of us can do. What are your thoughts? What tips do you follow to dress elegantly?