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"Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." -Coco Chanel

  Regardless of how much of a self-proclaimed fashion-forward individual you are, we are all still susceptible to making a few style blunders here and there. Not to fret, however, as no one has the monopoly of knowledge when it comes to style and fashion after all. In this regard, there is still so much room for learning.

However, fashion faux pas should be taken to mean beyond bending the so-called rules on fashion such as which prints and colors would match and which ones would not. It extends beyond the context of wearing out of season clothes or wearing tacky trends and ill-fitting garments. While those might be clear fashion infractions to some, they are what we would consider as conventional fashion oversights. They are insignificant, easily remedied and can be overlooked at best. However, the same cannot be said about overspending for a myriad of clothes that you would wear twice in the maximum and forget about the rest of the year. These are the fashion mistakes that would require us to take a closer look beyond our fashion habits, but our spending ones as well. It does not matter whether the wholesale bob marley store just significantly marked down their items, if you are constantly spending for clothes you do not even regularly wear, you would need to address the problem head on.

In any case, here are the little known fashion flubs that you should never overlook:

 1.) Shopping frenzy

We have all been there at some point in our lives. A big event is looming over us and we just have to be well-dressed for the occasion. It does not matter whether it may be someone's wedding, grand senior party, high-school reunion and the like, so long as if it is an event big enough to warrant a new sartorial ensemble, you would find yourself rising to the occasion. While events such as these would definitely be an excellent excuse to go shopping for a new dress or outfit, it is not always the best tack to take. Take a gander at the contents of your closet first before checking out boutiques and retail shops. You might not know it, but there is a likely chance that you have a hidden gem in there which you could wear. After all, you do not necessarily need to buy something new EVERY SINGLE time a new event pops up. Just think of the dresses you would inevitably hoard in a year if this were the case.

2.) You go nuts for markdown sales

You are the first to hear about a particular retail shop or boutique's special sale, discount and offers insomuch that you would also be the first customer in attendance. Unfortunately, markdowns would cause you to lose your mind completely and any rational thought as you begin piling clothes into your basket without really giving them any second thought. As a result, you would often find yourself with clothes you do not need nor want.

3.) You do not do preventive maintenance for your footwear

A fashion oversight most women are guilty of is failing to render preventive maintenance and routine rehab of their footwear. Consequently, they would have pairs upon pairs of shoes that are beyond repair which includes but is not limited to damaged leather and trashed soles which would all culminate to an early shoe death. In this regard, women would be constrained to buy even more shoes to replace those the pairs that are beyond repair. To avoid this, always treat your new shoes with a lightweight, breathable and water stain-repellent even before your first wear. Apart from ensuring its longevity, doing preventive maintenance on your shoes is actually cost-effective as you would no longer have to buy shoes as often.

4.) Disorganized Closet

“Clothes are never a frivolity: they always mean something.” –James Laver (1899-1975)

 Carine Roitfeld was once quoted to say that fashion is not always about clothes; it is about a certain look.

In this regard, we can say that your look defines your style principles and your sartorial preferences. However, while fashion and style may still be largely personal and something so deeply innate, that does not necessarily mean that what you like wearing would be considered stylish or would even pass off as fashionable. More often than not, we tend to have pieces in our wardrobes that would have worked perfectly if we had the necessary pieces they would go with seamlessly. It might be that you have one particularly bold item in your wardrobe only to realize that you absolutely have nothing to pair it with or that everything you have in your closet clashes with it.

Not to worry, however, you are not the only woman to be beset with this kind of sartorial dilemma. Surprisingly, so many women encounter this sort of fashion predicament every single day. In this regard, it should be in our interest to curate a wardrobe that is both timeless and classic in our pursuit for all things fashionable. You might be surprised but the problem can be easily rectified. It might be that you just lack an appropriate base—may that be a closet of essential items that are pivotal in making our ensembles more versatile and workable. Whether your style is largely inspired by wholesale Steve Madden looks or something else, the key is to have a wardrobe that has balance. After all, a successful wardrobe depends on how you balance your bolder items as well as the foundation of timeless pieces that would serve as the backbone of any successful outfit.

Here are the ways you can create that perfect base wardrobe:

 1.)    Choose neutral hues

Sure, you have an affinity for color, but if your wardrobe largely consists of pieces in all colors of the rainbow, it is going to be a challenge to find something to match them with. It might seem like a shopping buzzkill, but having a base wardrobe that consists mostly of neutral tones would mean that they will go with pretty much everything else you have in your closet. Yes, you can go for the occasional electric blue and emerald green, but be sure to have a basic number of neutral toned clothes as well. Ideally, your closet should have an array of white, black, beige, cream, grey and navy for both tops and bottoms.

 2.)    Have basic items

Having a workable wardrobe means you need to stock up on basics. Sure, crewneck tees, pencil skirts, tailored slacks and jackets and button-up blouses might not look like much, but these items are crucial to creating a versatile wardrobe. Imagine it as the kind of clothing that goes with whatever you might wish to wear which effectively mitigates the possibility of you experiencing days wherein you have nothing to wear. Sure, a wardrobe filled with over-the-top outfits might be an excellent way to make a fashion statement, but what do you wear them with? Furthermore, where will you wear them? A basic wardrobe has all the necessary staples and you can always rely on it to look polished, sophisticated and classic.

 3.)    Find timeless fits and universally flattering pieces

 A good piece of fashion advice is to always find clothes that fit you well—and by that, we mean it fits you like a glove. When it comes to looking (and feeling) like a million bucks, putting on clothes that are tailor fit for you is paramount. After all, if your clothes flatter your body’s shape, then your sartorial ensemble would instantly be enhanced—and in some cases, it would even look more expensive. Know what styles would work best for you and your unique body shape. Alternatively, you can just choose clothes that look universally flattering on anyone such as dresses that would cinch at the waist, tailored blouses, three-quarter sleeves, and skirts that hit just at the knee.

 4.)    Buy more high-quality fabrics and tailoring 

In your endeavor of building a classic, versatile and workable wardrobe, it is best to consider buying items that would last you for as long as they can. After all, your efforts would all be for naught if the items you bought would break down only after a few cycles of wear. Sure, they might cost you a bit more than your usual retail apparel but know that it is worth every penny and in the long run might be cost-efficient considering you do not have to replace them as often. Opt for basics that are sturdy and well-crafted—ones that do not easily lose their shape after a few washes and would not pill or rip at the seams. To do this, check the density of the fabric before bringing it to the checkout. Transparent fabrics usually mean that it is not dense and would probably not last you too long.