MEAGHAN SMITH PERSONAL STYLIST

Who’s hitting the sales?

Do you have a shopping strategy (i.e. a list) or will you just hope for something to jump out at you?

I generally shop the sales with a clear idea of what my wardrobe needs, with my wish list in hand and I’ll be happy if I discover something unexpected and fabulous along the way.

The thing to always remember is that a bargain is not a bargain, unless you actually wear it.

If you buy an amazing designer piece that was heavily discounted and it sits in your wardrobe with the tags on, unworn – it’s a waste of money. (Think about the pieces you’ve bought in the past that you never wore.  Did you ask yourself all the questions in the changeroom before you decided whether it would fit into your wardrobe and work for you? Did you get talked into it by a friend or salesperson?)

Over this sales period (including online overseas and in the stores here) a few things I have on my list are:

– a white cotton shirt (thick & not too fitted)
– black pants (slim leg/cropped at ankle)
– a black crew neck sweater
– underwear
– exercise clothes
– trainers
– a handbag (red or black)
– black and red wedge espadrilles (lace up the ankle)
– black sandals (block heel)
– a casual watch
– sunglasses (Rayban Wayfarer)

*Notice I try to be as specific as I can be when I’m shopping with my needs in mind, to make shopping easier.

I may find all of the things on my list or I might not find any of them.  I won’t buy anything unless I love it and it’s within my budget.  Always keep in mind that it’s ok to come home empty handed when you shop.  Don’t just buy something for the sake of it. Be patient and wait til you find just the right thing.

You should also consider this before you start shopping at the sales.

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Just because you need/want to wear comfy shoes (really who doesn’t?) it doesn’t mean they have to be boring, frumpy or old-fashioned.

Look for styles that are interesting and elegant.

You can see in this photo above, the rest of the outfit is relatively simple and the amazing shoes (by Christian Louboutin) are the stand out.

Challenge yourself to find great shoes. (Even if you don’t have a Louboutin shoe budget) Great shoes will instantly take your wardrobe from so-so to sophisticated and stylish.

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When I work with someone new I always ask them if there is anyone’s style they admire. (This just gives me a bit of an idea as to what they like, in the same way I might ask you to tell me what music you listen to or how your home is decorated)

Often if someone is quite classic, non fussy, simple and casual with their style they might mention Jennifer Aniston.

Jennifer’s look often involves a t-shirt or singlet with a pair of jeans, sometimes a blazer and a pair of wedges. It looks very easy to achieve – and it can be – but there’s several reasons why Jennifer or any other celebrities with great style look good in their clothes. It’s because..

1. More than likely they’re wearing clothes of relatively good quality.
2. Everything they wear looks fresh and new. They wouldn’t wear anything that was pilled, stained, stretched, scuffed or faded.
3. They wear clothes that are flattering for their body shape.
4. They wear clothes that fit them perfectly.

This was highlighted recently when Jennifer Aniston was asked about her style, in particular her love of T-shirts and jeans.

“This is my secret:  The trick to T-shirts is I that I usually tailor them. Which is silly, but it works.”  

“Or you just have to find the perfect one”, she told the site. 

So while Jennifer’s look may appear effortless, it isn’t exactly.  It’s well thought out.  She doesn’t just wear any old t-shirt, she wears one that is just right.

Having our t-shirts tailored is unrealistic for most of us, but striving to find a great one, is not.

As with all the pieces you wear, it’s the little(ish) things like ensuring you’re wearing the most flattering sleeve, the most flattering neckline, the most flattering length, the most flattering size and the most flattering fabric, that make the big difference to how stylish your overall look is – if that matters to you.

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If you’re thinking about investing in a pair of white jeans keep in mind that white should not be worn skin tight – they should just skim the hips and thighs (as above) – not strangle.  Despite your size.

There is a white jean for everyone and every body shape it really is a matter of trying lots of different styles (and there are many) to get the pair that works best for you.

Apart from the size and shape, pay lots of attention to the fabric. Too sheer will not be flattering on anyone. 

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And then once you’ve found a pair you love, you need to think about what you wear underneath.   Whatever style of underwear you wear it must be nude. (ie. not white…& not too tight)

READ: “How to wear white jeans in winter” here

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