How to Dress Sophisticated when You Are a Teenager
Ask yourself: "what types of clothes do I wear most often?, Go through your closet at least once a year., Donate, sell, give away, or store your rejects. , Know what works for your height, figure, and coloring. , Find your correct bra size.., If...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Ask yourself: "what types of clothes do I wear most often?
"; "what items of clothing do I need to keep for special occasions?"; "what kind of impression do I want to make?". -
Step 2: Go through your closet at least once a year.
Toss anything that doesn't fit, has irreparable damage, or just isn't your style.
Keep in mind those three questions while you are doing this. ,,, There is a lot of incorrect information out there, especially at mainstream US stores like Victoria's Secret.
The only way to ensure that the salesperson is telling you the truth is to shop at a store that carries 28-50 AA-K. ,, When you first start shopping for new things, try small upgrades of the things you normally feel most comfortable wearing.
For example, if you favor hoodies, try cardigans instead.
As time goes by, continue adding pieces to fit the impression you hope to make. , Instead of shopping only at the mall, try local boutiques; consignment stores such as Plato's Closet; discount stores such as TJ Maxx and Marshall's; outlet malls; and online auctions like eBay. , Swap clothes with a friend, use your older sibling's hand-me-downs, or ask your female relatives if they kept their high school clothes. , If you can't make something work for you, either via tailoring or handy tricks, like Stretch New Shoes or Fix Painful Shoes. , Try to keep an open mind when shopping, as you never know what you might find. -
Step 3: Donate
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Step 4: give away
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Step 5: or store your rejects.
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Step 6: Know what works for your height
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Step 7: figure
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Step 8: and coloring.
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Step 9: Find your correct bra size..
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Step 10: If there isn't a store in your area
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Step 11: you can measure yourself.
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Step 12: Remember those questions you asked yourself when cleaning out your closet?
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Step 13: Shop in a variety of places.
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Step 14: Get clothes and accessories for free!
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Step 15: Don't hold on to items that are uncomfortable.
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Step 16: Remember: every store is an opportunity!
Detailed Guide
"; "what items of clothing do I need to keep for special occasions?"; "what kind of impression do I want to make?".
Toss anything that doesn't fit, has irreparable damage, or just isn't your style.
Keep in mind those three questions while you are doing this. ,,, There is a lot of incorrect information out there, especially at mainstream US stores like Victoria's Secret.
The only way to ensure that the salesperson is telling you the truth is to shop at a store that carries 28-50 AA-K. ,, When you first start shopping for new things, try small upgrades of the things you normally feel most comfortable wearing.
For example, if you favor hoodies, try cardigans instead.
As time goes by, continue adding pieces to fit the impression you hope to make. , Instead of shopping only at the mall, try local boutiques; consignment stores such as Plato's Closet; discount stores such as TJ Maxx and Marshall's; outlet malls; and online auctions like eBay. , Swap clothes with a friend, use your older sibling's hand-me-downs, or ask your female relatives if they kept their high school clothes. , If you can't make something work for you, either via tailoring or handy tricks, like Stretch New Shoes or Fix Painful Shoes. , Try to keep an open mind when shopping, as you never know what you might find.
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