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make you look dowdy, matronly or unfinished. Choose to look your
best in clothing that flatters your silhouette, body frame and size.

7. Express yourself! - Choose accessories that bring in your
personality. If you have a vibrant, lively personality, let it show
through in your accessories. A colorful or elaborate hat for special
occasions, a special pin or scarf, or for gentlemen, a favorite tie or
cufflinks can make the difference between a me-too business or
personal outfit and a Just Me outfit that makes you stand out from the
crowd. Celebrate your personality and individual style in your
accessories, and you’ll be better dressed!

8. Make it all compatible - We all know that you shouldn’t wear
summer sandals with a winter wool suit, but did you know that certain
combinations of fabrics and materials are just as improper in
combination. Choose similar fabric weights and textures to avoid
looking 'thrown together'. You want to have a consistently great
appearance every day, not hit or miss. A total look that is confident,
fashionable and sophisticated can be achieved with a minimum of fuss
and bother.

9. Avoid trendiness at all costs - The trend of the moment may not
be right for you! Some of the fashion trends that have come and gone
include micro-minis, hot pants, the ‘grunge’ look, psychedelic eye
makeup and others. Though these trends may be fun to look at, they
are often impractical for everyday wear, or simply not affordable.
Choose items for your wardrobe that can serve multiple purposes and
won’t look dated as soon as they are purchased.

10. Spend well, not often - Use the principle of Capsule Wardrobing
to choose several colors that look great on you, then mix and match
pieces within those colors to create a workable, professional and easy-
to-wear wardrobe that won’t cost an arm and a leg as you try to keep
up with the 'trend of the moment'. You can purchase just 12 garments
in 3 basic colors, plus 1 or 2 accent colors, and create 35 - 40 different
outfits!

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