Fashion is constantly changing. Every season there is a new trendsetter from accessories to wardrobe to hairstyles.
And you need to stay on your toes to catch up with the subtle changes in trends. If you are thinking that following each trend can make you look stunning you should know that all trends are not created equal. That yellow sleeveless shirt looks stunning on your friend but may diminish your look completely. The reality is certain trends fit you perfectly and certain may make you stand out like a sore thumb. Trying out new is perfect as it helps you to get out of the regular style groove. The opportunity to continually reinvent ourselves is one of the best things about fashion. So, how to decide if a trend works on you?
Define your style. You do not need to follow trends to validate the style. Having a strong fashion identity and being aware of your style will help you to determine which trend is right for you. Your style should fit and support you well. Otherwise, your trendy items might end up sitting in the closet because you have nowhere to wear them.
Colors are important in fashion. The good thing is that you have plenty of options to pick in terms of trends. Your dress color should not undermine your skin undertone. Once you know whether warm or cold tones suit you and if you need bright or soft colors to look amazing, you can simply follow the trends that fit this palette.
Remember that if the trend is more about cuts and prints, you should look for the cuts and prints in the tones that best suit you. Keep checking if a certain shade of the color could actually suit you and try to find similar cuts in different colors to add to your wardrobe.
Look for trends that flatter your body shape. Not all fashion trends work on all body types. Not everything that looks good on runway model will definitely suit you best. Also some looks are just meant for the runway and fashion shoots. Dress consciously. It is important to know how to choose the appropriate clothing and accessories that play up your best features.
Take inspiration from celebrities with similar body types as yours and see how they incorporate latest trends into your daily schedule.
Your personality should play an essential part when it comes to your personal style. Wearing right clothes is all about wearing them with passion. What is your fashion style or fashion personality? Are you all about classic beauty and timeless pieces or do you love to rock and roll? If you do not feel like yourself in a particular outfit, it will look like the clothes are wearing you.
If a piece of clothing or accessory overpowers your character, you risk looking uncomfortable and awkward wearing an outfit that is on trend but that is just not right for you.
Confidence never goes out of style. The important thing is to stay to true to yourself and what you feel confident in.
Trends come and go. Have fun with new things but do not beat yourself up if you cannot follow every single trend that is out there.