FASHION CLICHÉ THAT NEED’S TO BE BROKEN

We have all heard about certain don'ts in the fashion world, like don’t wear after Labor Day and red and pink don’t go well together. Well, aren’t rules meant to be broken?. Let’s review some of these old-school rules!. 

NO WHITE AFTER LABOUR DAY.

No matter what time of the year it is, white looks stunning, be it white shoes, a dress, or just white everything. Countless designers have shown over the years that this is not a color to be worn only in the winter, but it can be worn all year round as the color gives a modern feeling. White makes us look fresh and awake and all set to get tanned on your beach vacation.

Wear whites no matter what time of the year it is. Just remember, if you opt for whites in winter, opt for fabrics like cashmere and wool and not linen and cotton, because you might just freeze if you wear cotton and linen in winter.

DON’T WEAR WHITE TO SOMEONE'S WEDDING.

Well, you should wear a wedding gown to someone else’s wedding or even something that is similar to a wedding gown. But I don’t think just by simply wearing a particular color you can steal someone’s big moment or upstaging the bride at her wedding.

RED AND PINK CLASH: NEVER WEAR BOTH.

Somewhere along the way, these two shades, if paired together, got a very dirty look for others. I mean, we all remember Anjali wearing a candy-colored skirt, top, and accessories to impress Rahul in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. Yes, that was a bad pairing and just a bad look over all!. But if these colors are paired purposefully, they will actually look quite eye-catching and modern.

DON’T LET YOUR BRA SHOW`.

It feels cruel not to show them off with such pretty options available out there. Of course, you cannot have a basic bra popping out of your shirt or a nude bra strap falling down the shoulder. That is a big no-no!

But with so many beautiful bras out there, it would be a crime not to show them off once in a while. Just make sure to wear it in a way that feels intentional. Layer a long-line bra under a sheer top, wear a fancy strapped bra showing off the strap with a strapless dress, or unbutton a sweater or a blouse to show off a little bit of your lacy demi cup bra. You can also add a pop of color with your bra strap in your neutral strappy or strapless dresses.

REMOVE ONE ACCESSORY BEFORE LEAVING THE HOUSE.

Why Why?.Refer to my previous blog on 2021 trends in jewelry. Bold and blingy accessories are in. Why should we dial down on accessorizing ourselves?. A fabulous woman like Iris Apfel has proven time and again that stacking on some bling can be quite fabulous. She gave us some major fashion goals.

YOU MUST WEAR A BELT IF YOUR SHIRT IS TUCKED IN.

Even if a belt is one of your top favorite accessories, at times it just clutters an outfit. This rule sounds more like an office uniform kind of rule than a rule to get the style right. But if you ask me, I don’t think there is absolutely anything wrong with not wearing a belt, even in a professional environment. Just make sure your pants fit your waist perfectly.

LEGS OR CLEAVAGE—NEVER BOTH.

Ever heard the phrase, Bare what you dare? Or own what you wear?. Choose to wear what you are comfortable in and don’t think about such rules; it will only make you more conscious.

TALL WOMEN SHOULD NOT WEAR HEELS.

Why??. Because men get intimidated?. This rule is not only silly but also a little sexist. Why should you deny yourself wearing heels just because you are tall?. The fact is, heels look amazing on tall people. Let all the stereotyping go and wear the tallest heel you can walk in, and trust me, you will be the most captivating person at the party.

SHORT WOMEN SHOULD NOT WEAR LONG DRESSES.

This has always been told to us by our elders: if you're short, don’t wear full-length dresses or skirts, as this will end up making you look shorter. Well, this is a complete myth, and on the contrary, a well-fitting, nicely draped full-length dress in a solid color can make you look taller. Make sure you keep your top fitted or tucked in. Just don’t wear anything that is a little bulky, and you are good to go.

SHORTS ARE ONLY FOR SUMMER.

How can a piece of clothing be only for a particular season?. I have never understood this logic. I am sure the person who cut his jeans into 1/4-length pants didn’t think I would only wear this in the summer months.

Wear your shorts in winter with opaque tights and boots and a sweater, and you have a stunning winter look. Just don’t wear summery fabrics like cotton in winter. You can wear denims, wool jacquard, and leather shorts in fall and winter, and trust me, they will look amazing with ankle booties.

DON’T WEAR TOO MANY MIXED PRINTS.

I know a lot of people do not understand which prints go well with each other. But trust me, wearing print-on-print can give you an extremely fresh look and will definitely elevate your style from ordinary to street style-ready. You can mix florals with stripes, polka dots with ikat, or even leopard with snake print. Just remember, whatever you wear, wear it with the utmost confidence.

NAVY AND BLACK DON’T GO WELL TOGETHER.

This particular rule is believed by a lot of people, but let me tell you, I think this rule is completely absurd. I have worn a lot of combinations of navy blue and black, and I think this combination looks completely chic. This trend first started in 2012 when brands like Mui Mui, Gucci, and Mary Kate experimented on the runway with the hues of black and navy blue. Even if you just add an opaque black tight to your navy dress with black peep toes, this is a rule worth breaking.

SILVER OR GOLD JEWELLERY—NOT BOTH.

Actually, in some cases, wearing gold and silver jewelry together enhances the look even further. We have seen a lot of bloggers and influencers mixingmetals,s and this can give you a very unique and fresh look. The trick behind wearing this is to make it look deliberately worn instead of throwing everything together. Try stacking up different silver and gold bracelets together.

HORIZONTAL STRIPS OR BIG PRINTS MAKES YOU LOOK BIGGER.

Horizontal lines that make you look wider and fatter are pretty cliché. Yes, sure, a well-fitted horizontal stripped bodycon dress made of spandex might only suit a model, but a nice cotton stripped shirt tucked in with fitted denim, a feminine skirt with horizontal stripes, or a simple stripped t-shirt with jeggings will look good on any woman and flatter every body type. The same ideology applies for bold and big prints as well, as big prints do not make you look bulky!. So do not be conscious, and wear what you want!

DRESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR BODY TYPE.

No No No No Noooo!. Can we stop with the body-shaming?. Our body is not a problem that needs strategic dressing to be solved!. So please wear what you like and that fits you well.

SPARKLE IS JUST FOR THE EVENING.

Says who??. Sparkle is for all day, every day. Bling during the day makes you look effortlessly stylish, so wear a blingy sequin bottom with a simple cream or a white top and look your street style best.

KEEP YOU AWAY FROM SOMEONE DRESSED IN THE SAME OUTFIT?.

We get the appeal of having a unique dressing sense and not looking like others, but if you go to a party and someone is wearing the exact same outfit as you, I don’t think this is something to be embarrassed about. In fact, get clicked together and Instagram it with the hashtag #twinning.

AT A FORMAL EVENT, YOU MUST WEAR TIGHTS OR PANTYHOSE WHILE WEARING A DRESS OR SKIRT.

I just have to tell you one thing for this... You are not Kate Middleton! You don’t have to follow this.

YOU NEED TO SHOW SKIN TO LOOK SEXY.

This is completely false. Wear pencil-fitted denim with a silk-fitted full-sleeve blouse and some hoop earrings and pumps, and you will walk tall and look absolutely stunning. If you wear well-fitting clothes that accentuate your curves, you don’t have to show your skin to look sexy.

SNEAKERS ARE ONLY FOR THE GYM.

Sneakers are for all occasions. We have so many sneaker options, like wedges, slip-on sneakers, high-rise, low-rise, etc. When influencers and bloggers are wearing this latest trend with everything from a fitted skirt to jeggings, from denims to dresses, why should we fall behind?.

DENIM ON DENIM IS A DISASTER.

Sure, it’s very tricky to get denim on denim right, but you will look extremely stylish once you understand the trick of wearing a denim jacket with denim pants. Trick-play with various washes, Pair a light denim jacket with dark denim pants, or vice versa.

RED LIPSTICK IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN THE EVENING.

Yes, once, red lips and smoky eyes were considered an evening look. But now wearing a red, shocking pink, or bright orange lipstick is considered an accessory by itself and can definitely be worn during the day with neutral and basic colors and minimal eye make-up.

SWEATSHIRTS ARE FOR HOME.

Matching or coordinated sweats are the most important thing and are not only meant for wearing at home. You even get the crop top and sweats combo, which looks pretty stylish when accessorized well.

LOOSE CLOTHES FALTER PLUS SIZE PEOPLE.

It is a myth that bulky or larger-breasted people should wear loose clothes; in fact, loose clothes might make you look one size bigger. The area under the bust is the smallest torso measurement in a woman, so emphasizing it with a structured waist band will make you look one size smaller.

YOU SHOULD TAKE WHAT IS IN FASHION SERIOUSLY, AS IT SPEAKS A LOT ABOUT YOU.

It is tempting and fun to judge someone based on what they are wearing. But clothes cannot tell you if a person is rich or poor, hard-working or lazy, messy or neat. You need to know the person to understand him or her.In fact, the person who judges another person solely on the basis of their clothes is quite shallow, I must say.So don’t judge!. I hope this blog helps you break free from age-old myths. Tell us in the comments below.