Fashion is meant to be fun,but sometimes the best way to put your seasoned style skills to use is by creating looks that feels both smart and sophisticated. Whether you are assembling the perfect interview outfit or simply want to try a more grown-up approach to dressing, these tips are sure to help you step it up!
- TUCK IN YOUR SHIRT - we all know the half tuck is a go-to for cool girls everywhere, but when push comes to shove, a tucked-in shirt is more sophisticated.
- GO BEYOND YOUR DENIM BASICS - Instead of wearing a jean jacket, upgrade your look with a minimal denim top.
- EXPERIMENT WITH THE RIGHT PIECES - No need to suppress your inner adventurist, just be sure you're not going overboard (translation ; no sheer tops at the office). I suggest a printed jumpsuit worn with a structured coat.
- PICK STRUCTURED DRESS - Nothing feels more grown-up than a beautiful a-line dress!
- KNOW HOW TO STYLE YOUR STAPLES - If you're opting for staples like a button-down shirt and pencil skirt, for ego rule #1 and play around with shirt tuck.
- BUTTON IT UP - Sometimes, a fully buttoned shirt is all it takes to elevate your look.
- WEAR MATURE COLOURS - If you love bright colours you can skip to the next tip, but there's something about subdued colours that make us feel less wise and confident.
- MATCH YOUR ACCESORIES - Evenly distributing one colour throughout your look reeds polished.
- HAVE A UNIFORM - Three words "less is more".
- PLAY WITH PROPORTIONS - If you prefer less form-fitted clothing, pick one piece to scale back on, like a cropped turtle neck worn with a slouchy blazer and wide-leg trousers.
- OWN THE MENSWEAR INSPIRED LOOK - Though a killer pencil skirt is instrumental to the grown-up, menswear-inspired pieces are equally as empowering.
- MASTER THE ART OF LAYERING - A style savvy woman knows how to mix and match her favourite pieces.
- ACCESORIZE SMARTLY - Swap out a busy necklace for a classic piece, like a printed silk scarf.
- DON'T BE AFRAID OF FLATS - Try paring long skirt with loafers.
- WHEN IN DOUBT, GO FOR ALL BLACK - Yes! Its a little somber, but its chic and its works.
- DON'T BARE YOUR MIDRIFF - Wear a crop top like a grown-up and pair it with high waisted trousers that only reveal a tiny silver of skin.
