A simple guide to becoming fashion forward

Becoming fashion forward sounds a lot harder than it actually is. It only takes making a few basic adjustments and your well on your way to looking and feeling better about yourself. Fashion is and has always been a repeat of itself; style is and has always been what you make of fashion.

ü  I’m sure you’re on social media, if you are like and/or follow a couple fashion/beauty pages to keep you abreast with what’s happening in the ever so changing fashion/beauty world. If you’re not on social media you can check out newspapers, magazines and blogs.

ü  There is a difference between being inspired and copying a look, know it. Copying someone’s look has a slim chance of working to your advantage just because of the fact that everyone is different and was made in his/her own image and liking. It’s very okay to be inspired by a look and tweak it to suit your needs.

ü  Do not wear what you are not confident or comfortable in.

ü  Dress for your body, not age. Legs toned enough for shorts? Show off what you've got—while you've still got it.

ü  Own a ‘stylist emergency kit’, this kit should include but not limited to double-stick tape for loose hems or a gaping bodice, tide To Go eraser pen for getting wine off whites, safety pins for allover damage control, bra clip to control peek-a-boo straps, lint brush or roller and makeup sponge or baby wipes for removing deodorant stains.

ü  11 wardrobe essentials that you should own. These are pieces that will be able to immediately add to any outfit.

·         Blazer– can transform a casual outfit into a dressier look in less than 5 seconds.

·         Scarf – a fun easy way to mix prints and add some colour to your outfit.

·         A little black dress– Let’s just say it’s a fashion life saver.

·         A pair of black leggings– The most comfortable piece of clothing you’ll ever own.

·         A great pair of straight jeans –Straight jeans never go out of style.

·         A watch– great way to dress up an outfit

·         A statement necklace- Adds instant elegance to the low neck tops & dresses.

·         Shoes – A sandals, a pair of wedges and a pair of eye-catching heels.

·         A pair of stud earrings– can be used to dress an outfit up or down.

·         Belts – a thin belt & a broad belt. Belts complete an outfit & can be used to add colour to a look as well.

·         A clutch – The right clutch makes any outfit stand out as well as there are just some places you just can’t go with your handbag.

ü  Always keep your appearance clean, neat and dress appropriately for the occasion.

ü  Keep in mind that ‘LESS IS MORE’.