In a world of Instagram models and influencers who always seem to have their life (and style) figured out with seemingly effortless outfits, it’s typical to want to go on a journey to finding your style. However, these influencers are usually dressed in designer brands. If you’re on a tight budget, finding your style and not breaking the bank isn’t always the easiest.
So, here is how you can find your perfect aesthetic without losing all your money or your sanity.
If you don’t necessarily know what you want, seeing what you like about others can help you find styles you want to incorporate into your own look. Resources such as Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube can be a great way to get inspiration. There are many YouTubers who focus their content on fashion and lifestyle. Some vloggers even create fashion videos specifically for people on a budget, so you’re bound to find a content creator who can spark inspiration in you!
Thinking of dyeing your hair pink or trying something new with your makeup? Sometimes the best things happen when you get out of your comfort zone. Don’t be afraid of looking ridiculous. You’ll never know what may work for you. Worst comes to worst, you can wipe off your makeup, change your clothes or dye your hair back. Life is too short to not take advantage of everything life has to offer.
Thrift stores are the best way to find very inexpensive yet new styles. Another person’s trash is truly someone else’s treasure! With a wide range of styles and options, there is no limit to what you can explore and discover. Maybe you’ll discover you like jeans from the 90s, jewelry from the 70s, or maybe you like early 2000s denim. You can even end up finding a designer item for under 100 dollars. If you want to try something different but don’t necessarily have the funds, thrifting is the perfect option for you!
Thrifting is also much better for the environment! Why spend a lot of money on a new look when you can save your money, update your wardrobe and help the environment?
Who do you want to be? What activities do you like to do? How do you want to present yourself? Asking yourself these questions can help you develop your style. Whether you’re athletic, preppy, casual, or a mix of different styles, you can look and be whoever you want to be. You may want to incorporate more blazers into your daily wardrobe. Or, you want to explore more florals. Either way, finding your personal brand is the best first step. That being said, don’t change your style or who you are in order to fit in with anyone else. Live your life your way!
Style doesn’t have to be serious. Actually, it shouldn’t be serious. Use it to express yourself! Express your emotions, your personality, your interests! Style yourself in any way that makes you feel confident. Do what you want, wear what you want, and most importantly, be yourself!
