Fall Style Hacks: Because Life is Crazy and Mornings are Hectic!
Are you starting to feel that inevitable battle between your cozy sweaters and your alarm clock in the morning like we are?! ✋ As the days get shorter and the mornings grow more chaotic, it’s easy to feel like you’re losing the style battle. But fear not! We’ve got some practical fall style hacks up our sleeves to help you navigate this beautiful yet hectic season. Let’s dive in to some ideas!
Summer Dress to Fall Success: Layering Like a Pro
So you’ve got that adorable summer dress that you just can’t bear to part with. Why should you? With a little creativity, it can transition beautifully into fall!
Pair your summer dress with a fitted long-sleeve or mock neck underneath. Not only will this keep you warm, but it also adds an unexpected twist to your outfit. Throw on some ankle boots and a cozy cardigan, and voilà! You’re ready to tackle your kiddo’s first school conference of the year or something more fun like leaving the stress to your hubby and brunching with friends. (lol, pipe dream, we know.)
The Great Denim Dilemma: Cutting Your Jeans Without Crying
Like us, you also might also be finding yourself staring at your collection of jeans, wondering if they could use a little makeover. Girl, grab your scissors and your confidence! We’re gonna cut those suckers up!
Instead of splurging on new distressed jeans, grab a pair of scissors (and maybe some wine for courage). Cut the hem of your jeans to create an on-trend frayed look. Just remember: measure twice, cut once! And if it goes awry? Just call them “vintage-inspired.” LOL
If you’re looking to add a few distressed holes in your denim, a cheese grater is the way to go, seriously! Pick your spots, put a piece of cardboard inside the leg and get to rubbin! If you’re going for holes in the knees or, start with your scissors first and make a slit. From there, enters in your grater to fray the edges! It doesn’t take much effort to create your new favorite pair of jeans … or three or four!
The Cozy Sweater Conundrum: When Comfort Meets Style
Cozy sweaters become our best friends this time of year, but they can also lead to some serious fashion faux pas if not styled correctly. If your oversized sweater makes you feel more like a marshmallow than a well styled woman, try adding a belt at the waist! This simple trick creates shape and gives off that effortlessly chic vibe we all aspire to achieve while still feeling like we’re wrapped in our favorite blanket. Belted not for you? The easiest way to add balance to an oversized sweater is to roll the sleeve once or twice and front tuck with a slim-straight pair of denim or even a pair of skinnies. (skinny jeans for life!) Us millennials have to stick together. ;)
Outfit on but still Feeling Frumpy? Try these!
We all have those days…
Accessorize Like You Mean It: Sometimes all it takes is statement jewelry or a bold shoe to elevate your look from drab to fab. Throw on some oversized sunglasses (even if it’s cloudy) and strut out the door like you own the place~ because confidence is always the best accessory!
The Half-Tuck Magic: If your outfit feels too baggy or frumpy, try the half-tuck technique. Tuck in just one side of your shirt into your pants or skirt for an effortlessly chic vibe. It’s like saying, “I woke up like this,” but with just enough effort to convince everyone otherwise.
There you have it~ your quick guide for navigating fall style with humor and grace (or at least with less chaos). Remember, life is crazy, mornings are hectic, but that doesn’t mean you can’t at least look like you’ve got it all together! Try a few of these hacks, have fun with your wardrobe, and most importantly~ don’t forget to laugh at yourself along the way. Happy styling!
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