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Christie Ressel is an International Image Consultant and personal
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stylish, and strong in all situations with her one on one styling services. Christie is also a freelance writer and
is the Senior Editor of Style and Beauty for ChicGalleria.com. She has delivered over 150 workshops and lectures across North
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Wardrobe woes
Many women can attest to the fact that they've had mornings
where they prep for the day and upon opening their closet sigh, and say, "I have nothing to wear". Despite the fact
that to a stranger, our closets may look full - we still end up feeling less than pleased about our current wardrobe choices.
This takes place because when shopping, we choose pieces
that grab our attention rather than thinking about the value that piece will add to our wardrobe and style - resulting in
an impulse purchase we'll kick ourselves later for.
The
key is to create a situation in your wardrobe where most things mix and match! Though it may sound like a lot of work, it's
actually quite simple, and will end up saving you time and money in the long run. Does mix and matching mean boring? Absolutely
not! It will actually ensure that you have plenty of clothing options and multiple style choices!
Did you know that something as simple as 6 pieces can give you as many as
6-12 outfits? 12 pieces will give you 48-72 outfits, and 18 can give you 162-216 outfits to wear! AMAZING!
Here are a few things to help you create this situation:
1) You'll need to bottoms - they can be skirts, trousers,
jeans, shorts, or whatever you like. I suggest neutral colours as they're easier for pairing (prints are okay in neutrals
too).
2) Select three tops - I recommend choosing
a top with some kind of fun print, and have the others be neutral or have colours that are shared in the top with print (this
will keep harmony in the mix and matching and will make picking out accessories easier).
3) Select one or two pieces that can go on top such as a blazer and/or cardigan. You can choose to
have these in neutrals, colours, or print (however, solid colours and neutrals will go a farther distance in your wardrobe
without dating themselves).
4) Choose accessories,
bags, and shoes to match.
Once you have completed
this, you'll be able to create multiple outfits! Each top can be paired with either bottom creating 6 outfits for you right
away. Once you factor in the blazers and/or cardigan they'll give you an additional 12 outfits if you're able! The accessories
will change the look of each.
If you start
shopping this way and build your wardrobe in this manner you'll kiss frustrating wardrobe woes goodbye!
Have fun!
