Are you noticing that you’re constantly replacing or buying clothes and accessories, getting through pieces quickly or simply outgrowing the style? Your wardrobe can constantly change as your preferences change and items break, rip or become too small. Many times, it’s easier to replace items or buy more from the high street, using fast fashion shops as a primary source for cheap clothes. However, doing this contributes to a short-term wardrobe that you will constantly be adapting, making it more expensive in the long run.
Don’t worry as there is a way you can have a functional, stylish and long-lasting wardrobe made of quality pieces you adore. Use these tips to create a long-lasting wardrobe that you will treasure and adore for many years in the future!
Understand what you love
The first thing to do when you want to ditch the fast fashion clothes is to really understand the fashion pieces you love. Before you can build your long-lasting wardrobe that is timeless, you need to plan what you want it to look like. Think about the pieces you need that reflect your style and get to grips with how many of each type of clothing or accessories you need. Be realistic with this, as well as letting your heart decide, as you don’t want to overcrowd your wardrobe with too many similar items.
To understand what you need to create a lasting and stylish wardrobe, you can create a vision board of styles you like. Research images of different styles and browse fashion magazines to find styles and items you love. Add them to your vision board, or use Pinterest to pin your favourites, and look at designers or quality shops that offer similar or the same piece. This will help you decide what your wardrobe will consist of much quicker.
Choose quality over quantity
The key to making a lasting wardrobe is to choose quality over quantity. Rather than piling cheap clothes into your wardrobe, try to focus on fewer items that are made from robust and stylish materials. Look for pieces made from cotton, wool and quality linings and seams to establish their durability and sturdiness, so they can last for years to come. High-quality clothes and accessories last much longer and age wonderfully, ensuring that you will never go out of style or outgrow the pieces.
Quality also doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune on your new wardrobe. Shop smart by finding quality pieces in the sales or finding brands that offer exceptional craftsmanship at affordable prices. No matter what you do, a small collection of quality clothes will outdo a wardrobe made of cheap, low-quality pieces, saving you money in the long run.
Build your style around timeless pieces
A vital aspect of creating a long-lasting wardrobe is to build it around timeless pieces to ensure everything you have will never go out of style. Foundation timeless pieces, such as accessories like a timeless watch, elegant earrings, or men’s necklaces, can easily be mixed and matched and adapted to various clothing pieces. You can also have timeless clothing pieces, such as classic t-shirts, trousers, jeans, and a simple dress or suit.
These timeless pieces need to be in a neutral colour palette, like black, cream and grey, or colours you love that aren’t too bold, so that your whole wardrobe can follow suit to work well together for any occasion. Neutral shades also give a polished appearance, so are great for more formal events or work.
Find hidden gems at charity shops
You don’t have to splash the cash to start building a wardrobe that lasts. In fact, you can find quality hidden gems nestled in plenty of charity shops. Many people donate their unused or lightly used quality clothes to these shops to give someone the joy of long-lasting fashion items. This method does require more searching through the abundance of clothes to find your size and spot hidden high-quality and branded pieces, but the end result will astound you and create a wonderful quality wardrobe!
Have a sturdy coat
If you live in a colder area with harsh winters and freezing temperatures, you will know the importance of having a sturdy coat. No matter what weather you get, having a robust and stylish coat is a wardrobe essential and the better the quality, the longer it will last. Your coat should reflect your style and personality as it’s an item you will wear a lot in the colder months. It should keep you warm but also slot seamlessly into your new wardrobe, fitting the theme and colour palette.
Carefully consider accessories
Accessories are a fundamental part of any wardrobe as they can really elevate your clothing choices. Having items such as a sturdy belt, timeless and elegant jewellery, a stylish watch, and a sturdy bag in neutral tones and subtle patterns will take your wardrobe to the next level. Try to stick to understated and minimalist pieces to match beautifully with your outfits without overpowering them.
Adapt to the seasons
Your long-lasting wardrobe should be a small range of carefully selected clothing pieces that can be adapted according to the seasons. This prevents you from purchasing new pieces to suit the season and weather conditions. Have a range of outfits that can be used across different seasons and store the clothes for the seasons you’re not in away. Invest in breathable fabrics, like linen, for the summer and heavier materials for winter.
Have pieces that can work through all seasons by layering. This is extremely helpful for the transitional months where one season ends and another begins. For example, a lightweight jumper over a t-shirt can help you with quick changing weather.
Personalise your wardrobe
A lasting wardrobe doesn’t have to be plain and boring; it can have plenty of personality and character in it once you have a good foundation. When you have your timeless and staple pieces, add items that showcase your style and personality. It could be as simple as bold and patterned socks or a unique piece of statement jewellery. You could even add a characterful, patterned dress or jacket in there for formal attire. The key to your lasting wardrobe is to adore it so you never grow bored, having these pieces that highlight who you are can do just that.
Use these tips to create a long-lasting wardrobe that you adore and never outgrow. Keep stylish and showcase who you are as a person through high-quality and durable fashion items that will never go out of style and last for years to come!
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