I have been hesitant to do a post about styling despite it being something that I'm obsessed with, because I feel like personal style is just that: personal. I hate to say "this is right, and this is wrong" when there really is no definite "right" and "wrong" when it comes to style. It's just an opinion.
I decided that I'm just going to give you guys details about what I LOVE and how I figure out what I love. I love pairing certain fabrics with others, playing with which combinations are the most flattering for my body type, and just experimenting with what items I feel like express my personality.
Today's trend:
Baggy, slouchy denim.
I feel pretty strongly about what is best paired with baggy denim, so here are my tips!
Tip #1:
Always wear some type of heel.
When I say heel, I don't mean a straight up stiletto, although if it fits the occasion it would look SO good. It could be a heeled bootie, a low- heeled sandal, or even a platform Doc Marten. The important part is that we elongate the legs so that they don't get swallowed by the slouchiness of the jean. We want long and lean, not stubby.
Tip #2
Tuck it in or tie a knot.
If you want to create a look that is more put together and still shows off your shape despite the loose bottoms, tuck your top in or tie it in a knot. The idea is to accentuate the waist and keep you from looking like a sack of potatoes. I, personally, prefer to wear a baggy pant that hits around my belly button because it's the most flattering (think hourglass.) Or, your body type could benefit from something that hits at the hip bone or ribs, we are all different.
Tip #3:
If you are going to go full baggy, make everything else chic.
Some days, the bloat is real. For the days I'm feeling kind of "bleh" but don't want to sacrifice being trendy, I'll do the double slouch. Sometimes, if I need a spray tan, I'll even throw a soft cardigan over my baggy shirt. If this is the look I'm rolling with, my RULE is that my hair has to be sleek, makeup clean, and shoes are chic. If I were to walk out of the house with my super relaxed clothes, a sneaker, and a messy bun I would look homeless- not stylish. I know that sounds harsh but I am hell bent on wearing something flattering. Whether it's down and straight, in a sleek low bun, down and curled, or in a sleek top knot, your hair will make this look. Adding some statement jewelry won't hurt, either! BOOM. You just went from bloated and homeless to street style chic.
Tip #4:
When in doubt, Pinterest it out.
There are days when nothing seems to pair well, and I just can't seem to find my vibe. Enter, Pinterest. One quick search of the key words describing the clothing item that I want to incorporate (i.e. baggy denim) and I have instant inspiration. Street style is one of my absolute favorite style references. Model off duty is so effortless and is often an awesome example for how to pair certain pieces. Look up street style next time you're on Pinterest- you won't be disappointed. Sometimes my "rules" are broken and I freakin love it. Seeing others do it gives me the courage to try it myself.
I hope you guys enjoyed this! If you'd like to see more styling posts in the future please let me know, this was SO satisfying and fun.
lovelovelove,
Tanner
