How to Create a Versatile Wardrobe (Women)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose garments that you will be sure to wear over the next three years.

   List all possible combinations as well. , Having less to choose from will force you to be more creative. , Fewer colors and designs will enable you to mix and match more quickly. ,,, A belt can be worn when desired. , A sleeveless blouse can be worn as a vest.
   
   A sleeveless sundress can be worn as a jumper. ,,, Wear it loosely or tuck it in.
   
   Button to the neckline or leave a few buttons undone.
   
   Button the cuff or roll up the sleeves. , Layer two tops or two pairs of stockings. ,,,,,,, Shorten the hemline of a skirt, pants or sleeve instead of making a new purchase.
   
   Change a dress into a skirt with a drawstring or elastic adjustable waistline.
   
   Cut off a turtleneck, fold the neckline over twice and stitch by hand for a scooped neckline.
   
   Cut off the cuff of a gathered sleeve, fold the end of the sleeve over twice and stitch the hemline to create a bell-shaped sleeve.
   
   Save old clothing for fabric.
   
   Gather a sleeve with a cuff of contrasting fabric.
   
   Ruffle recycled fabric and attach to the hem of a skirt, dress, sleeve or pocket.
   
   Add crocheted trim to a neckline, pocket, sleeve or hemline.
   
   Stitch a few tucks along the waistline of a blouse for a more tailored look.
   
   Save old buttons to embellish another outfit.
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   Step 2: Take time to make a list of what you would like to have in your wardrobe.

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   Step 3: Select only two weeks worth of clothes.

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   Step 4: Choose two or three basic colors.

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   Step 5: Choose shoes and boots that can be worn with any length skirt or pants.

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   Step 6: Purchase loose-fitting and adjustable styles to accommodate changes in weight.

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   Step 7: Choose pieces that are free flowing

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   Step 8: such as a loose blouse or dress.

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   Step 9: Choose sleeveless styles to layer garments.

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    Step 10: Choose a vest that can be worn without a blouse.

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    Step 11: Wear a blouse as a lightweight jacket.

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    Step 12: Change the look of a blouse: Tie a knot anywhere along the hemline.

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    Step 13: Layer summer clothes throughout colder weather.

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    Step 14: Choose soft fabrics that can also be worn as pajamas.

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    Step 15: Purchase a coat

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    Step 16: instead of a jacket

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    Step 17: for more warmth.

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    Step 18: Layer clothes beneath a large coat for warmth.

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    Step 19: Purchase a hooded coat to eliminate the need for an umbrella.

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    Step 20: Think twice before parting with a garment - recycle fabrics for scarfs

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    Step 21: mittens

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    Step 22: slippers

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    Step 23: purses and other accessories.

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    Step 24: Wear a scarf in your hair

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    Step 25: around your neck or as a belt.

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    Step 26: Purchase a garment thinking of how it can be altered in the future into another outfit.

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