Protons (Positives)
- Always make sure your clothes fit you!
- I have been guilty of holding on to a few pieces of clothing after weight loss or gain, but too big or little clothes are not cute! Kiss those unfitted clothes goodbye sweetie! 😘
- Find prints, colors, and styles that work for you!
- When you find something that works, stick to it; now that does not mean you can’t try new things (see next tip 😉). I’m a firm believer in sticking to what works for me. I’ve learned that pencil skirts, jewelry, and flowy tops are my thing!
- Try new things that you wouldn’t normally wear!
- You have to try new things to know if you like them or not. I know the saying goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” but you can always improve your look and take it to the next level.
Neutrons (Neutrals)
- Let’s start with the obvious: Nudes!
- Every woman needs at least one pair of heels. I personally have been having a hard time finding some that are melanin friendly (so drop some sites below in the comments if you know any good sites). However, I do own a few pairs of nude heels from peep toe wedges to pumps to peep toe lace up heels, they are really good for the outfit when you don’t, I do own a few pairs of nude heels from peep toe wedges to pumps to peep toe lace up heels, they are really good for the outfit when you don’t have just the right color shoes.
- Accessorize! Accessorize! Accessorize!
- Jewelry is something that can work with many different pieces. I have 3 simple bar necklaces with one little rhinestone in it that I wear religiously. 1 is silver, 1 is gold, and 1 is rose gold. I love that no matter the outfit they all will match. They’re simple but just what I need to accessorize my outfit.
- I briefly mentioned a few of these in my Catalyst post check it out if you haven’t already) Hats and fedoras are a great neutral piece that can really change an outfit. In the past, I was never a big fan of hats and fedoras however, in the past 5 years or so I have really grown to love them. I have expanded my fedora collection to various colors. I have also expanded my hat collection a WHOLE lot. Hats are not just for bad hair days. If you want to throw one on, do it! It’s your outfit! Whatever you do, own it!!!
Electrons (Negatives)
- Do NOT mix metals (unless the outfit allows)!
- The mixture of gold and silver is a fashion no for me. I hate to see the two colors mixed unless your outfit mixes the two. For instance, with a shirt that has gold and silver sequins or a dress that has silver and gold designs, it is okay to put on a silver necklace/earrings and gold shoes. Otherwise, don’t do it!!
- Do NOT dress for the wrong season!
- I don’t think this a big fashion no as much as a personal pet peeve (lol). I hate when there is cold weather and people have on shorts and a coat or when it is hot and people wear boots and sweaters. DRESS FOR THE SEASON! 😬
These are just a few of the fashion rules that I follow! As always, wear what is comfortable and makes you happy!
*P.S. I’m in grad school and constantly busy so bare with me until December. I promise to be more consistent (lol).
Until next time,
The Chic Chemist