Stop Taking Big Fashion Risks!

Fashion can be a risky game at times. There are so many different styles to play around with, and with different trends emerging all the time it can sometimes be hard to find your niche. It can also lead to some pretty unfortunate fashion experiences, that can easily put you off the idea of ever venturing out of your comfort zone ever again.

For example, maybe you fell in love with a recent trend - so much so that you couldn't get it out of your head. So, you went and bought the item of clothing, but when you wore it, you realised the look totally bombed. This can be disappointing, especially when you see how good it looks on other people. But don't despair - sometimes the risks pay off, and sometimes they don't! But that said, here are a few tips that can help you navigate the world of fashion in an easier way, so you end up with more fashion hits than misses.


Don't be so obsessed with trends
As the season's change, so do the fashion trends we see. They start on the catwalks of London, Paris, and Milan and gradually filter down into the high street stores and online retailers too. It is here that most of us end up picking them up - although if you are a self-confessed fashionista, you probably saw all the trends coming long before they hit the shelves! But just because an outfit is on trend, doesn't necessarily mean it will look good on you. If a trend is unflattering for your body shape, you could be wasting your money. Try to get out of the mindset of 'if it's in fashion, I need it' and instead focus on dressing for your shape and own personal style.

Get something on discount first

Forking out hundreds of dollars on a unique and 'out there' trend can often be a bit of a risk. It may seem like a great idea at the time, but you never really know how you will wear something until you get it home and integrate it into your closet. With that in mind, you may want to try getting the piece you desire so much at a discount instead. You can visit a website such as DontPayFull.com to find discounts on many big name fashion brands so you can bag yourself a style steal. This way, you are not setting yourself up with a big financial risk if the trend you like doesn't really work for you.



Hint at the trend  
You don't need to go in all guns blazing with the hottest new trend on the scene - in fact, being subtle can often work in your favour If animal print is the next big thing, add a printed shoe or a leopard-print scarf to your outfit rather than a huge overcoat. It means you hint at the trend without committing to it too blatantly.

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