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When you aren’t looking your best, it’s hard to feel your best. That’s why refining your beauty routine can boost your confidence and increase your self-esteem. If you’re stuck in rut or feeling unattractive, it’s time to reboot your mind and body. To get started, take a look at these top beauty hacks that can transform your outlook and lift your confidence levels: (more…)
These days, old fashion trends seem to pop back up and appear every now and then. Whether it’s striped sweatpants, ripped denim or even choker necklaces, streetwear trends and fashion in general seems to go full circle. Eventually, we’ll start wearing the things that we used to and everyone will call it trendy again.
One of the most popular fashion trends that usually stays around for a while is wearing a cap. Be it a basic snapback hat, fitted caps or a premium baseball cap, there are plenty of different kinds of hats that you might be interested in wearing as part of your outfits. However, it’s important to think about how you wear them, what you pair them with and also how to take care of your cap. (more…)
Looking fashionable while still being practical can seem like an impossible achievement, especially for busy parents. There are numerous ways to look stylish, whether you are a first-time mom or have been enjoying motherhood for several years by following a few simple steps. For moms, practical outfits and accessories tend to be key factors that are required when shopping for new clothing, often leaving parents feeling like their style is dull or boring. This really is not the case, however, so keep reading to get our top tips on how to stay fashionable while being as practical as ever. (more…)
You can sometimes feel guilty when spending money on yourself. It feels like you should be doing something else with your money, whether saving it or spending it on something that seems more worthwhile. However, everyone deserves to invest in their own happiness, whether you want to buy a new bag or get pampered. If you are looking to buy yourself something new, especially when it’s clothing and accessories, it’s worth really going for it and splashing out on good quality. Then you know you will have something that can last. Here are the top accessories that you might want to spend more money on. (more…)
These days, everyone is on a budget. Yet, we all want to feel stylish and on-trend, even when we don’t have a lot of money to spend on clothes. So how do we go about rocking that chic, stylish wardrobe when we’re trying to be thrifty?
It’s easier than you think to stay looking your best without spending a ton on clothes. It’s all about making smart purchases, learning how to match certain items with cheaper counterparts, and making the most of your buck. (more…)
With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s only natural to start thinking about all the events you’ll be attending, and the entertaining you plan on doing. The holidays are always the perfect time of year to get together with friends and family to share some laughs, good times, and some fabulous food and drink.
If you’re determined to go into the holidays looking stylish and put together this year, but don’t have a very large budget to buy a whole new wardrobe, then you’re going to appreciate these tips. Here’s a look at how you can swing through the entire holiday season looking trendy, stylish, and put together without having to spend a fortune. (more…)
It needs to be said, winter is coming. It’s time to dig out the layers and start wrapping up against the cold weather. It’s a great time of year for fashion thanks to some fabulous footwear, cosy coats and of course, your kitsch knitwear accessories.
But refreshing your winter wardrobe costs money, and many of the essentials come at a high price – something that’s not ideal when you’re strapped for cash. (more…)
Have you ever wondered how cute clothes from some brands can be so cheap? Many companies focus on providing fast fashion to consumers, and chances are, you have plenty of it in your wardrobe right now.
Fast fashion implies the streamlining of production to get the cheapest clothes to racks at the quickest rates. People keep returning to these fast fashion stores to follow fashion trends, and this means that the clothing they buy often ends up being thrown on landfills because they just keep on buying it. New and trendy pieces end up in stores each week, but this isn’t a good thing.
Fast fashion is actually terrible for the environment due to the sheer amount that ends up on landfills. Plus, clothes are hurriedly made in large volumes, resulting in the terrible quality – so you end up needing to buy more often.
There are many other reasons for not buying into fast fashion too, such as:
When you avoid fast fashion, you can fill your wardrobe with high-quality items that last, and actually, love what you wear.
There are a number of things you can do to combat fast fashion. This includes:
Look into smaller and even handmade clothing companies you can buy from, and know which companies to avoid. You want to shop from high quality brands that are transparent about their manufacturing process and labor standards. You can also buy second hand on sites like Depop!
Don’t buy fake designer items. Counterfeit handbags and similar items actually have a darker background than you probably realize.
When you buy clothes, look after them. Don’t treat them like they are disposable.
You should be wearing these pieces more than once, which means you need to be able to mix and match them with different pieces. Weigh up the cost per wear (estimating how often you’ll wear it or how long you’ll keep it) and ask yourself if it’s worth it. Figure out your personal style, too – this will mean avoiding clothing that you won’t wear.
Don’t throw clothes away. Sell them on using sites like Depop or Poshmark, or give them to somebody you know will give it a good home. Social media can even be a good selling site these days.
Put together a simplified ‘capsule’ wardrobe so you no longer feel the need to buy!
As the winter months enclose us, many people will find themselves struggling with what to wear. It can be tricky because you might feel as though your options are limited, but they don’t have to be.
There are plenty of options for you to go through in the winter months, as long as you are willing to look for them. In this article, we are going to discuss some of the ways that you can keep yourself looking chic in the winter months. You might not think that all of these choices are for you, but we can all but guarantee there is going to be something. (more…)
With invitations to summer weddings, BBQs, and alfresco dinner parties arriving all season long, you will want to both look and feel your best, so you can have an unforgettable few months with your nearest and dearest. However, don’t just focus your attention on your clothing, and make sure you pick the perfect accessories for your style. (more…)
Even if you don’t consider yourself to be a looks-orientated person, no woman can deny the importance of appearance. Looking good makes us feel good and can also have a huge impact on how we are received by other people. Therefore, unlocking your best results should be top of the agenda. (more…)
Do you rely too heavily on greys and blacks? Whilst these shades go well with any other colour, you don’t want to rely too heavily on these gothic hues (unless being a goth girl is what you’re after). Your fashion sense could come across as too severe or plain dull without any bright or vibrant clothes to liven it up. Here’s how you can brighten up your fashion sense (without going overboard). (more…)