How to Always Look Elegant

Balancing a busy life is not easy for any woman nowadays, no matter the factors: career, kids, a demanding job, multiple jobs, college, and many more. Therefore, finding time to put into your appearance can sometimes be challenging, and it can take the last place on the list of our daily priorities. However, there are some easy and simple tips and tricks that you can implement into your everyday life to make you look elegant and chic without too much effort and hassle.

When in Doubt, Wear All Black
Putting an outfit together can be a headache of its own. So, if you are ever in doubt about what to wear, go for a sleek, monochrome, all-black outfit. There is no scenario in which this outfit won’t work (except maybe an all-white wedding), and the same color from head to toe will make you look more put together and effortlessly elegant without too much trying.

Belted Straight Leg Jumpsuit

NA-KD
Na-kd.com
£74,95

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Black Cowl Neck Top

RIVER ISLAND
Riverisland.com
€53

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Fine-knit V-Neck Sweater

MANGO
Mango.com
£35,99

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Carry a Structured Bag
A high-quality, structured bag is going to make every outfit look even more expensive and sophisticated, even if you are simply wearing a nice blouse and some comfortable jeans. Of course, the size of the bag is up to you, and it does not make much of a difference because both large and small bags will do the trick, as long as they are elegant and structured! Another big plus is that structured bags are chic and timeless, which means that you won’t have to get rid of them once the trend has passed. Finally, make sure to get your everyday bag in neutral colors, such as black, white, or tan. These colors can transcend seasons, and they only get better with age, as long as you take good care of them!

Hamilton Legacy Large Logo Belted Satchel

MICHAEL KORS
Italist.com
£477,69

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4G Small Leather Shoulder Bag

GIVENCHY
Mytheresa.com
£1,489

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Get Your Pants Tailored to Fit Your Body
The one detail that often gets overlooked is the cut of the pants. No matter where you purchase them, the right pair of pants can make all the difference in your silhouette, and if the right silhouette will make you look elegant and expensive! If you have trouble finding pants that fit you perfectly, make sure to take advantage of your local tailor’s talent! They will be able to take in the waist of your new thrifted pants, shorten the legs of your mom’s favorite jeans or fix all the missing buttons. Having the pants that fit you perfectly will make dressing up so much easier because you will be able to build outfits around them and dress them up and down. You will also feel confident in them, which will exude confidence.

Mid Rise Suit Pants

NA-KD
Na-kd.com
£49,95

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Isla Pleated Crepe Straight-Leg Pants

FRANKIE SHOP
Net-a-porter.com
€230

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Wear Red Lipstick
If you want to look more elegant without too much effort, go for a bold red lip! This step may seem small, but it makes a world of difference in your look! A red lip will make you look more elegant as soon as you apply it, and it will give you confidence that will leave people wondering what is different about you.