How To Mix And Match Your Wardrobe?

The best way to stretch a wardrobe, and still dress with style and elegance, is by learning to mix and match a wardrobe. Having a few key basic pieces that you can interchange with other items and accessories is all you need. To successfully mix and match a wardrobe you need to understand the process and follow a few key rules.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

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     Clear away all of the clutter from your closet. Keep items that fit, don't need alterations, are comfortable and flatter your body type.
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     Organize and categorize your clothes to make it easier to mix and match your wardrobe. Keep like colors, shirts, skirts and pants all together.
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     Purchase items in one or two colors that you can easily interchange, such as black or navy. For example, you can get 20 different outfits out of nine individual pieces based on different combinations.
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     Make sure each clothing item you buy works with at least two other items in your closet. Budget wisely before making your wardrobe purchases. Make a yearly or monthly budget for your wardrobe and stick to it.
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     Choose quality over quantity. Good quality pieces fit better, hang on your body better and last longer. This is important if you wear certain items more often to reinvent your outfits.
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     Anchor your look with accessories like scarves, shoes, hats, gloves, belts, jewelry and hats. Accessories should be at least 30 percent of your wardrobe since they give each outfit an individual, finished look.
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     Update your basic look with just a few trendy wardrobe pieces that you can mix and match with items that you already own. Buy a trendy pair of flats, an updated blouse, sweater or accessories to add new life to your classic pieces instead of buying an entirely new wardrobe that may be out of style next season.