Fashion is all about expressing yourself and finding your own style. It does not matter whether you are drawn to timeless, old-money fashion or colourful new-age designs, the key to look stylish is to be confident and comfortable in everything you wear. One way of standing out is adding statement pieces to your attire, that instantly give you a confidence boost and elevate your look. All you need are these standout clothing items and accessories that can be added to any look for that extra oomph and make a lasting statement.
- Statement Jewellery – An outfit is incomplete without a chunky statement necklace, big hoop earrings and stacked bracelets, just like Serena Van Der Woodsen from Gossip Girl. Whether you are layering your corporate outfit with these accessories, or wearing just a casual shirt and jeans, bold accessories are a way to stand out. The goal is to uplift a neutral boring look and make your statement piece the highlight of your entire ensemble without doing too much.
- Fun Footwear – Your footwear can sometimes carry your entire outfit without you even knowing. So, investing in fun and stylish footwear is essential if you don’t want to work hard on your look. Even if you are not a big fan of footwear, every girl should have two kinds of footwear – a pair of minimalist and chic heels and a pair of colourful chunky sneakers. Your heels will add a statement to a loud ensemble like a leopard print or bright-coloured dress. Whereas a pair of colourful sneakers will add a pop of color to any outfit be it corporate or casual.
- Boyfriend Jeans or Wide-legged trousers – These trousers have been the highlight for all seasons and are not going anywhere anytime soon. The classic blue denims are Instagram girl’s favorite to pair with crop tops and shirts in the summer and long coats and jackets in the winter. These prove that fashion and comfort can go hand in hand, and the best part is they are so versatile and can be literally worn with anything on top. Just pair them with a chic leather jacket and winter boots, and you will look like a runaway model on the streets.
- Oversized Blazers – Who says blazers are only for offices? In the past few years, we have all seen a wave of oversized blazers being paired with skirts, denims, and crop tops, and it looks more effortless and stylish than ever. The best colours to have are black and beige that can be layered with turtlenecks, sweaters, and even crop tops, and make a unique statement. The most common blazer hack to look stylish and stand- out is to layer it with really loud prints underneath, like florals or bling sequin. It gives you an edge over others in a public setting, and you will be turning heads as you go.
- Don’t underestimate a nice handbag – It’s time we stop looking for a neutral or black bag that goes with every outfit, and start looking for bags that create a statement look when paired with anything. And if bright, bold colours are not your thing, then you can always experiment with texture and designs. Mini-purses, heart shapes, clutches, are all a great way of elevating your ensemble without putting in too much effort. Bags and purses with a loud pattern create a unique contrast with your outfit and transform your style just like the off-duty models who carry a statement purse with their loungewear, just to add that charm and style.
- It’s all about the balance – we often try to copy the style of other girls and celebrities that we see on screen, and that’s where we go wrong. It’s all about finding your style and comfort, and that will happen when you start experimenting. Trying to find a balance between your statement pieces and the rest of the outfit is the key, and that will bring you closer to finding your authentic personal style. So, don’t be afraid to experiment with colours, bold textures and statement pieces to enhance your look. Life is too short to wear boring neutral patterns and not stand out.
It’s not always about following trends when it comes to fashion and that is why these statement pieces should be a part of your closet. You don’t have to spend a fortune on styling yourself, and just mixing and matching will do the trick.
Pragya Bisen | Contributing Writer
