The start of a new year is the ideal time to make resolutions. And whilst going to the gym regularly and ensuring you get more sleep are goals worth pursuing, it’s also worth noting that reassessing your style is one area in your life that might be worth reevaluating. Considering that you have to deal with your wardrobe every single day, it makes sense to ensure that it’s working for you as best as possible to guarantee that you do not only look and feel great every day but also avoid having to contend with regular style meltdowns to get there. To help you get started here, The Nigerian Xpress spoke to luxury boutique entrepreneur and top personal shopper, Ifeoma Jacy Alexander of Alexander Royce Luxury brand who shelled out a few fashion new year’s resolutions that are worth adopting…
Invest in the best quality pieces you can afford
Think about the workhorses of your wardrobe, the items that are constantly on rotation. Are they well made and built to last? If the answer is no, then it’s time to make a conscious effort to invest a little more in the clothes that you wear all the time to ensure longevity. This means things like a beautiful dress, a flattering pair of go-to jeans and an LBD. These are the building blocks of a functional wardrobe, and once you’ve found pieces that work and that you love, you need to ensure they will be around for a long time.
Have a fail-safe outfit combination
For those times when a fashion crisis hits it’s important to have at least one outfit combination to turn to that you know is guaranteed to work no matter what. This will differ according to your style. A structured dress and classic flats may work for one person whilst a pair of jeans, a t-shirt may work for someone else. The key is pinpointing what makes you look good every single time you wear it, then have it at the back of your mind as a back up for those times when you’re feeling uninspired.
Keep your wardrobe organised
It is easier to get dressed when you can see everything in your closet. Being able to assess what you own at a glance can often make pulling together a look a faster process as you avoid wasting time trying to find a long lost t-shirt or the skirt you wore last weekend but now can’t find. I keep my wardrobe organised like this but it’s important to come up with a system that is easy for you to maintain. To avoid having to do epic clean-ups, make a point of putting things away as soon as you get home at the end of the day as that way your closet stays neat all the time.
Embrace outfit planning
Yes, it does require a bit more time and effort but making a point of organising your outfits ahead of time can help you avoid throwing everything you own on the floor in a panic every morning. If you want to be ultra organised invest in a rack that you can hang the week’s ensembles on, ironed and ready to go. There’s something quite satisfying about seeing your clothes nicely lined up within easy stress-free reach.
Take at least one fashion risk a month
It’s great to have a clear idea of your style but sometimes you can stumble upon new looks simply by making a conscious effort to think outside the box. Eschew your favourite pieces one day a month and pull out pieces that you rarely wear and see how you can make them work. This could also mean wearing a vibrant shade you wouldn’t usually turn to or accessories that you usually only wear with a specific look. You may find an outfit combination you never knew you always wanted.
Shop more consciously
This takes willpower but stopping yourself from buying something simply because you’ve seen a sale email pop up in your inbox or spotted a dress in a window can often lead to a more wearable wardrobe. Considered shopping ensures that everything you own is something that you love and will work back with what’s already sitting in your closet. By making this your shopping mantra it also saves you wasting your money on pieces you’ll only wear once and instead allow you to direct funds to purchase quality and timeless items that will get constant use.
