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Don't mix denims, wear what feels comfortable,dress for the season - no flip-flops when it’s snowing, and never let your underwear peep through your clothes, No pajamas in public, and always wear underwear.
With styles like high-waisted skirts, spandex pants, and adult onesies making a comeback, it’s hard to keep track of what’s hot and what’s not. These rules are seemingly timeless and I’ve continued to follow most of them . However, there are some other fashion regulations.
My Favorite Is Year Round White
There are so many rules about when you can and can’t wear white—at a wedding, after Labor Day, before Memorial Day, on the left-hand side of the street on a cloudy day if your bra is purple—that it’s hard to decide which to follow. Reject any rule that limits the amount of time I can slip on a clean white t-shirt to only a few months out of the year.
These days, it seems acceptable to wear white all year round. Winter-white bags and coats can be striking additions to cold-weather ensembles. Make sure the material you wear is season-appropriate—avoid wearing white linen pants and white shoes in winter—and you’ll be just fine.
There is one white exception, though. I was recently at a wedding where the bride’s best friend wore a white cocktail dress. From Granny to Cousin Maria, everyone was berating her poor sartorial decision. Pretty much all etiquette experts agree that white at a wedding is a major faux pas. As long as you’re not competing with the bride, a splash of white won’t cause a scene—a long white gown will.
Shoes and Handbag Don't Have To Match.
Boring! There are so many gorgeous colors and patterns out there that complement each other beautifully; why go monochrome? Matching too much is just as bad―if not worse ―than not matching at all. If you ask me, this rule was created as a way to keep women spending all their money on tons of matching bags and shoes and it just ends up making us look dated. We know now that just one great piece can be enough to accessorize an entire wardrobe.
Redheads can Wear Red
Some redheads should avoid some shades of red that clash with their natural colorings. But just think of Jessica Rabbit or Julianne Moore in red lipstick and a red dress—red hot. They both look so sizzling, they’re practically on fire. I would replace this negative rule with a positive—if you’ve got something that sets you apart, work it!
Suede or Leather Even in Summer (shoes)
If you find it comfortable, there’s no reason not to wear some light-hued leather sandals or carry a pale leather tote in the summer months. You can even don a lightweight leather or suede jacket when the nights turn chilly. You don’t want to be walking around like Mick Jagger in black leather pants that stick to your skin, but I think most of us have enough common sense to figure that out for ourselves without this rule.
Mix Metals
Different people have their own tastes when it comes to wearing metal jewelry. Those with olive skin tones like the warmth of yellow gold, while others prefer the coolness of white gold or silver. But there’s no reason not to blend them, and doing so can actually create a lovely layered effect. Play around with your bangles and necklaces and find a style that fits your personality and coloring.
Be In-the-Know of What’s Hot and What’s Not
Fashion magazines and seasonal “looks” can give us all some new ideas about how to put together an outfit, but most of us know pretty well how to dress for our body types and personalities already. Sticking to a few solid staples that fit well and that you enjoy wearing will keep you feeling confident and attractive without buying an entirely new wardrobe twice a year. After all, no one’s actually noticing your clothes; they’re more interested in how great you look in them.
No Tights!
My mother always used to insist that I wear tights with a skirt, no matter how hot it was outside or how uncomfortable I was. I almost never wear them now, as I am convinced that the face I make when there is sweat pooling on the insides of my thighs is not an attractive one. Okay, if you’re wearing a short skirt, put on some panties (and I don’t mean a g-string) and keep your knees together. But as long as you’re not giving anyone a free peep show, there’s no harm in letting your skin breathe a little.
Dressing well really isn’t all that hard, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. All you need is a sense of style and the confidence to wear it. Truth be told, when it comes to personal style, there are no hard and fast dos and don’ts. Throw out any conventions that hinder you from being comfortable with your look; the only true fashion “do” is to be totally yourself—and being yourself with a little extra style never hurt.
Follow The 'Two-Year Rule'
Unless a piece has sentimental value, always follow the two-year rule: If you haven't worn it in two years, get rid of it. It can be hard to let go of old clothing you don't wear anymore -- you might feel guilty that you never wore that shirt that you bought impulsively, or maybe you're clinging onto the hope that one day you'll finally be able to rock those leopard-print pants that just never seem quite right. When it comes to spring cleaning, ruthlessness is necessary. Keep in mind that your end goal is to have a smaller closet full of things you love to wear, rather than an overstuffed wardrobe crowded with outdated trend pieces.
Be Honest
The most important thing to keep in mind when tackling your spring closet cleaning is to be brutally honest with yourself about what you wear, what you don't and what you wear but maybe don't like very much. The fact that you were given something as a gift or bought it on sale doesn't mean that it's worth keeping. If you don't love it and you don't need it, toss it! There's no shame in getting rid of something that doesn't add anything to your wardrobe to make room for what you do need.
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