It takes only a few seconds for someone to form their first impression of you. Unfair, but that’s just how it is- people will judge you based on how you look. Do you show up as confident, interesting and worth knowing? That you honour yourself? In which case everyone will treat you accordingly- like the elegant high class woman you are. There is so much power in being well presented, but unfortunately most of us are neglectful of that fact.
Below are some easy yet effective points to incorporate into your daily self care routine. A to-do list that keeps on giving…
A well dressed woman, even though her purse is painfully empty can conquer the world.
Louise brooks
How to look elegant and classy everyday
- Practice good posture. Be confident and walk tall; chin up, head held high. Your body language and how you carry yourself speaks volumes… If you don’t feel the least bit confident, fake it every single day! Until it becomes your reality. How else will you keep that crown from slipping off?
- Always make sure your hair is clean and neat. If in doubt about which hairstyle to go for a bun or any hairstyle that holds your hair together or keeps it in place is your safest bet- and there are so many such hairstyles that come to mind…
- Keep beautifully well manicured nails (if you’re on a budget then learn to do them yourself). Additionally avoid bright neon colours and opt for more natural and subtle shades. Stay clear of nail art (crystals and other stick-ons, animal prints, cartoon characters…).
- Make clear beautiful skin a priority. If you have bad acne invest some money and visit a dermatologist rather than trying to cover up with layers of makeup. The better your skin is, the more flawless your makeup will look.
- Moisturize your skin from head to toe! Ashy skin does not look good on anybody, and it sticks out like a sore thumb.
- Shave/ get rid of body hair. Remove that moustache, tame that unibrow, shave those legs and have silky smooth skin…
- Use makeup to enhance/ highlight your most beautiful features. Aim for natural looking makeup and avoid using too many colours and face paintings. Cakey looking makeup does not look pleasant- less is more.
- Smell good. Always practice good hygiene and invest in a beautiful smelling perfume.
Clothing
- Wear well fitting comfortable underwear. Stay clear of underwear that shows outlines.
- When it comes to buying clothes, invest in good quality classic pieces rather than buying fast fashion. Good quality clothing is made with the finest material, is well tailored, and will fit your body as if it was specially made for you. This will instantly give you an elevated look. Investment pieces will also last you for many seasons. Aim for timeless pieces, rather than chasing the latest fashion trends.
- Wear clothes that fit you well- not too tight and not too loose. Make friends with your local tailor and have them tailor anything that isn’t perfectly fitted to your body.
- Your shoes should always be clean. The size should be a perfect fit and they must be comfortable for you to walk in.
- Wear dainty accessories- it makes you look classy and feminine. If you must wear chunky pieces then aim for balance and keep it to a minimum.
- Wear neutral and natural colours- browns, whites, black, blue, grey, pinks… They always look elegant yet effortless. Of course wear bright colours if its your thing, but do it well. Colour blocking is fun, but don’t overdo the number of colours.
- When in doubt wear monochrome- it always looks effortlessly classy.
- Match all your hardware eg watch, earrings, neckpiece etc.
- Invest in a good quality structured bag.
- Do not wear clothes that are creased.
- Learn what clothes work for your body shape, size and height.
- Shop strategically- when doing your shopping buy colours that compliment what you already have in your closet. That way it’s easy for you to match pieces together.
There you have it- simple ways on how you can look elegant and classy everyday. Dressing well doesn’t ever have to mean buying expensive things or that you need to be rich. You do however need to be strategic and get creative and invest your money wisely. Always aim for quality over quantity. Elegance is about simplicity.
So, by making some minor yet impactful changes, you can easily attain a more polished look, which will cause a ripple effect in your life… Because when you look good you feel good, and when you feel good confidence comes easily. When you’re confident and show your worth you attract the most beautiful things into your life…
Remember to always show up looking your best no matter the occasion. At the end of the day and when all’s said and done, you only get one body to live in and you need to take care of it and love it. Nourish your body by eating good clean food (but on occasion have some ice cream of course), go easy on yourself (stress is not good for you), smell good, put a smile on your face and never forget Humility, Kindness and Empathy. Your body will thank you and life will reward you for it.
Remember; good manners and good wine are timeless. Cheers to a life well-lived,
Makgoadi Ngoasheng
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