Elevate your style: Dressing better made simple

Style doesn't have to be complicated or break the bank. Finding what works for you is more important than anything you see online, on TV or in a magazine. Your personal style should bring you confidence and allow you to unapologetically express yourself.

If you're wondering how to dress better this year, start with the simple things. Just follow these steps to elevate your style with minimal effort.

Streamline your wardrobe

A great place to start is in your current wardrobe. You could already have all the essentials you need or you might need reminding of what you don't like before moving forward. Pull everything out – clothes, shoes and accessories – and sort through them one piece at a time.

Sort items into three piles: keep, donate/recycle and throw away. Some pieces will be instant keeps and others instant discards. Consider when you last wore each item, what condition it's in and if it still matches your lifestyle or how you want to dress.

With a streamlined collection, you can see what clothes or accessories you need to add to perfect your personal style.

Organise your clothes

Dressing well isn't just about having the right clothes. It's about being able to make the right decisions before putting them on. The way you organise and present your wardrobe is key to making things easier when you're getting ready.

Use the wardrobe space you have to full effect. A combination of open shelving, hangers and drawers should help to sort and categorise clothes by type and season. Out-of-season items can be vacuum-packed and stored elsewhere to make room for in-season essentials. Ideally, you should be able to open your wardrobe and see all your options so you can plan your outfit.

Space might be an issue, as it is for many people. Free-standing wardrobes don't always make the best use of the room available. If you're looking for a better way to organise your clothes, perhaps consider a purpose-built walk-in wardrobe. You can design yours to make the most of your space and have all the features you want. Dressing yourself will never be the same again!

Keep it simple

Less is usually more when it comes to your wardrobe – choose quality over quantity. Capsule collections are all the rage with people looking to be more authentic to their personal style and minimalist in their selections. The idea is to have a curated collection of essentials you love and wear often, making it easier to choose when it comes to picking your outfit each day.

Timeless, beloved basics like jeans, jumpers, dresses, shirts or tops should make up the backbone of your wardrobe. These can be accompanied by a few trendy items and flashy accessories but avoid loads of items fleetingly in fashion which tend to age more quickly.

Simplicity doesn't mean you can't change your mind or update your collection as the year goes on. Pep up your wardrobe each season and replace clothes or accessories that fall out of favour in your rotation.

Find the right fit

A quick win when it comes to knowing how to dress better is finding your right fit. This can instantly transform and elevate everyday outfits while helping you to be more comfortable as you go about your day.

Understand your body type and try different fits and styles to find what accentuates your favourite features most. Different brands have different sizing and proportions, so take the time to experiment and find the fits you can build your wardrobe around.

Your old clothes don't have to fall out of favour if you find something new. Take your favourite pieces to a tailor to see how they can alter them to match your new sense of style. This is usually cheaper than replacing your whole wardrobe!

Build the wardrobe of your dreams with Hammonds

Dressing better starts with having the right place to store and organise your clothes. At Hammonds, we pride ourselves on turning your dreams into reality. If you've always wanted a walk-in wardrobe to house your collection, book a free design visit today for a personal consultation with one of our fitted furniture specialists.