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How can I look classy with no money?

Ten tips to look elegant and classy on a budget 1 Keep it simple. Remember that less is more. ... 2 Wear flattering clothes. ... 3 Always look immaculate. ... 4 Invest in quality fabrics. ... 5 Invest in your grooming. ... 6 Choose expensive looking colours. ... 7 Wear monochrome. ... 8 Add statement pieces. More items...

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Ten tips to look elegant and classy on a budget

Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this post with our top ten tips to look elegant and classy on a budget. You might assume that to look elegant and classy, you need to spend a fortune, but looking elegant isn’t just about flashy bags and jewellery, it’s about these little tricks that can make any outfit look more elevated. Here are my top 10 tips for how to look elegant and classy on a budget.

Let’s go through the list:

How to look elegant and classy on a budget

1 Keep it simple

Remember that less is more. Minimalistic outfits with sharp tailoring, in natural muted tones and with timeless accessories will instantly make you look more polished and elevate your style. If in doubt, wearing black with classy gold jewellery is a great default option (regardless of whether your budget is big or small).

2 Wear flattering clothes

So many women forget this, but your clothes have to fit perfectly AND flatter your body shape. Not everyone has the same body shape so we have to select clothes that flatter our specific body type, and showcase our assets. Whilst I am not going into all the details about dressing for your body type in this guide, elegant women know that the the key to looking stylish is to focus on their assets and draw attention to the parts of their body that they love. Here is a brief summary of the principles of dressing for your body shape . You can have a look at the definition of the different body types and the best skirts for your body type and/or the best jeans for your body type for more detailed information. Also, if you want to look perfectly polished and well groomed your clothes must fit perfectly – no baggy tops or gaping waistlines ! If you love an item but it’s not a perfect fit then have it altered until it is!

3 Always look immaculate

An easy way to look expensive is to make sure your clothes are as immaculate as possible. Make sure that your clothes are always clean and pressed and that there are no loose threads or missing buttons. Taking care of your clothes regularly is one of the best ways to look your best. Wash your clothes with detergents that’ll ensure that the colors aren’t washed away and invest in shoe-shining kits, so that your shoes are never dirty or scuffed.

4 Invest in quality fabrics

Invest in quality fabrics such as silk and cotton; timeless, elegant pieces add an air of sophistication to your look. Opt for natural fabrics such as wool, cashmere, silk, linen, cotton, leather and suede and good quality synthetics such as elastane and viscose.

5 Invest in your grooming

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Not only must your clothes be immaculate, but so should your personal grooming. Always make sure to pay attention to your skin, hair and nails, invest time and effort in your hair and make-up and NEVER ever wear chipped nail polish!

6 Choose expensive looking colours

In my last post we talked about colours that are trending this summer. However, if you want to look polished and expensive, some colours work better than others. Natural, neutral colours are always classy, so opt for colours such as cream, beige, grey, earthy tones, kaki, chive and taupe and colours such as black and white will also elevate your look. Some bright colours such as burgundy, red and blue also look polished, as do pastels. Avoid some of the bright colours that look artificial, such as neon, bright purple, lime green and (much as I love the last two) bright yellow and hot pink, if you want to look expensive.

7 Wear monochrome

Wear an outfit in JUST one colour. It’s slimming AND it looks expensive. You can never go wrong with a simple LBD. All of the dresses below are under $50, and yet they look chic and elegant, because of the simple lines and style. Just click on the image of any dress you like to find out more. And you can easily dress down a LBD if you want a more casual look.

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Any monochrome look makes an outfit look more sophisticated but an all-white outfit is really ultra-expensive looking because it conveys the message that you can afford to risk a stain and to travel exclusively via cabs and Ubers. A statement piece, correctly chosen and worn correctly will instantly make you look more polished. The number one statement piece is a good quality handbag – it doesn’t need to be a designer handbag, but it’s definitely worth investing in leather. Here are my picks for a few statement bags that will instantly elevate your look. All bags are either leather or vegan leather and most are also available in other colours. The majority are under $100 (two are between $100 and $150).

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Statement jewellery and a classy watch will also elevate your look. A simple classy watch is much more chic than scrambling for your phone to check the time.

A hat elevates your look and always makes you look more glamorous

9 Create combinations that work together

Elegant women create a wardrobe where everything fits together. All the pieces work together, which means that you can create many different looks with less clothing. This is the principle of creating a capsule wardrobe, and to find out more have a look at How to create a capsule wardrobe . When you have a wardrobe full of clothes that work together, it not only takes less time to choose an outfit in the morning , but it also takes less time to pack for holidays.

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To look elegant and classy you also need to understand how to put together an outfit and this includes:

-Colour combining

– Mixing and matching prints and fabrics

– Combining colour and fabrics (the cheaper the fabric the more luxurious and expensive looking the colour needs to be).

– Mixing and matching statement/ designer pieces and high street

10 Be shop savvy

The final point is to “shop like a pro”, ie. Know WHERE to spend and WHAT to invest in. If you are on a budget then only invest in timeless, classic pieces that you can reuse A LOT and keep investment in trends to a minimum. Invest in good quality bags, shoes, jewellery and outerwear (a tailored coat or classic trench instantly elevates any outfit.) and save on dresses, t-shirts, trousers and fleeting fashion trends. Have a look at where to buy designer clothes at high street prices. You may want to consider shopping on sites, such as the Outnet (USA, UK, France), where you can pick up designer picks at a fraction of the price. Finally, shop pre-owned/ preloved and thrift, which enables you to invest in high quality pieces without spending a fortune.

Finally, remember to review and refine

As we evolve as women, we learn to know ourselves better and we have different priorities at different stages in our lives. We also change physically, our body shape and colouring change and we may also have different lifestyles. As we evolve, our style needs to evolve with us! It’s a continual journey of growth and self discovery!

So, enjoy the process, and remember to be authentically you!

If you would like to download our free style guide “How to look elegant on a budget”, please click on the image below or this link. I hope you enjoyed this post about how to look elegant and classy on a budget; and you might also enjoy this post on 5 common style mistakes and how to avoid them, or this post about the top ten secrets of stylish women.. Finally, remember that the key to any style is to wear what feels good on you and what makes you happy !

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