Creating your perfect look can be simple if you know the secrets to making smart choices. Avoid shopping trauma altogether with these six tips from Wardrobe 911.
1. Fit Is Queen. They call it “Ready to Wear” clothing, but we all know that this phrase is not to be taken literally! A trip to the tailor may be all it takes to turn the adorable outfit that just doesn’t fit right into the perfect ensemble that hugs in all the right places.
2. Know What Works for You. Color, pattern, and style are three important characteristics to consider when choosing an outfit. Does the color harmonize with your coloring? Does the style work for your
body type? Find out with the Wardrobe 911 Recipe Box, an easy to follow system that takes the guesswork and anxiety out of shopping. Knowing what styles work for your body type will allow you to experience less frustration in the fitting room.
3. No Wing Woman Necessary. Often, when shopping with friends, we are influenced by their taste and style which may or may not be a good thing. Shopping solo will allow you to make smarter and more practical clothing decisions based on what is actually right for YOU.
4. Give It a Chance. Don’t discount something because the “hanger appeal” is less than exciting. More often than not, things look better on the body versus the hanger, so give it a chance! You may find yourself pleasantly surprised.
5. Don’t Look at the Price Tag…Yet. Try it on first. If it fits, looks good, and makes you feel great, then…and only then…are you allowed to check the tag. Over 50% of clothing purchases made are considered impulse buys. Just because something is on sale doesn’t mean it’s right for you. Don’t let your “sales goggles” or an expensive number impair you from acquiring the perfect piece for your wardrobe.
6. Keep a Shopping List Close at All Times. Write down your wardrobe must-haves on the clothing-specific Wardrobe 911 shopping cards which are included in the Recipe Box. Consider them your shopping
companions, and only purchase an item if it is on a card. You will leave the store with what you need, guilt-free and ready to take on the world in style!
Wardrobe 911 is a San Francisco-based style and wardrobe management company, founded by nationally recognized personal stylist, Teresa Morisco. Since 2005, Wardrobe 911 has provided style services nationwide that inspire and guide individuals in feeling and becoming their best selves. The Wardrobe 911 Recipe Box is rightly priced at $30 and is available at www.wardrobe911.com.
