Bring change to your wardrobe and overall look by incorporating these simple and low-cost ideas.
With a small investment, or in some cases none at all, you can achieve new and updated looks for any season. Whether you are being hit hard by the economy or simply trying to get the most for the least money, adding these ideas to your look will give you a freshened sense of style.
- Switch purses - If you can buy a new purse, great, but just changing from the purse you've been using a few months to one that has been sitting in your closet will give your look a lift and give you a new attitude every time you grab your handbag and head out the door.
- Add charms - You can buy charms for little cost to add to your purse, key chain, or jewelry. You may even be able to reconfigure old and seldom-worn jewelry into a pretty charm for your purse.
- Shoe clips - Liven up old shoes by adding shoe clips. Shoe clips can be made of various materials with rosettes, faux gems, and other designs. Those old pumps can get new life with jewelry of their own.
- Jewelry in nonmatching colors - Don't match your jewelry color to your clothes. For example, many women have got into the routine of grabbing for their ruby earrings when they put on their red blouse. Next time you put that red shirt on, try turquoise jewelry or some other color-contrasting combination. Other people are much more likely to notice your jewelry when it stands out. Those same ruby earrings will stand out when paired with an aqua top, garnering you attention and compliments.
- Steal from the opposite season - This works best in the winter. It's also a great way to chase away the winter doldrums. Pick out your favorite summer tank or short-sleeved blouse and wear it with a blazer or cardigan. Get out your summery black-and-white flower print skirt and pair it with black tights and boots.
- Repurpose clothing - Belts are in, so find other apparel items that can be worn as a belt, such as a long scarf or even a man's necktie.
- Layer on the jewelry - One bracelet is nice, five bracelets on one arm become interesting. One necklace is expected, three necklaces or varying styles and lengths becomes a conversation piece.
- Or, pick one statement piece of jewelry - Find something that is big and bold to make your seen-before outfit have a new focal point. Two good options are extra large beads in a bright hue or a splashy cocktail ring.
- Go vintage - Borrow from your mother or grandmother's old wardrobe or hit the local thrift store for some pieces that are new to you. This is also a great place to find pieces mentioned earlier, such as shoe clips and cocktail rings.
- Have an accessories swap - Maybe you and your friends don't have the same taste in clothes and are not the same size, but accessories will fit anyone. Ask your friends if they have old purses or jewelry that they are ready to get rid of and offer something in exchange. With different pairings, old accessories can look completely new.
- Change your eyeshadow - If you are a pinks and beiges type of girl, try something different such as violet or green. And vice versa, if you like lots of color, try going with nudes for a fresher look.
- Change your part - If you simply switch your part from one side to the other, your hair will have more body because it is accustomed to lying flat in the other direction. Better yet, try parting your hair down the middle, which is a hot look right now.
There are many little things you can do that cost nothing or very little to give yourself a whole new look. Share any ideas you have in the comment section below.
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