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How to Make Cheap Clothes Look Expensive

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wash U chapter.

Size up

Loose clothes contain a certain gracefulness, and when paired with other items can create a refined style. Tight clothes appear ill-fitted, cheap and worn-out.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Annemiek Kessels (@modedamour) on Oct 3, 2019 at 2:47am PDT

Buy Blacks

Obvious clues that clothes are cheap can be hidden by dark colors. Nothing says chic like an all-black ensemble.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Danielle Bernstein (@weworewhat) on Nov 6, 2019 at 10:28am PST

Simplicity

A basic white tee can be worn in a multitude of ways. With no wrinkles or just a good steam,

plain clothes can achieve boldness through their simplicity, giving the impression of a high-priced, luxury item.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Aimee Song (@aimeesong) on Nov 5, 2019 at 6:20pm PST

Invest in Staples

A good investment can go a long way, especially when it comes to accessories. A black heel, small clutch, or simple earring fit any occasion, from a night out to a quick coffee run.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Touches of Texture

Subtle bits of texture add dimension to any look. Leather, denim, wool, fake fur, tweed— the options are endless.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Caroline Daur (@carodaur) on Oct 23, 2019 at 5:58am PDT

 

 

Aliya is an Editorial Intern for Her Campus Media, as well as a member of the Her Campus and Spoon University community at her college. She is a student at Washington University in St. Louis, with a major in American Culture Studies and a minor in Design. When she’s not aggressively snapping ~artsy~ photos or binge-watching films, Aliya is most likely obsessing over absurd fashion trends or perhaps trying them herself.
Wash U class of 2021; Majoring in Psychological and Brain Sciences with minors in Art History and Communication Design.