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How Pull Off A Wardrobe Transition To A Bolder Style

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Developing your confidence in terms of your wardrobe will be both exciting and intimidating at the same time. Clothing has a relationship with who we are, so any transition in how you express yourself requires an equally minor amount of confidence. You don't have to change your entire wardrobe overnight. Confidence in a new style comes from being curious, rather than feeling pressured. A bold sense of style is commonly misinterpreted as bright colors and flashy items. A bold style is really more about intent.


Start With One Statement Piece
A complete wardrobe transformation is often unsuccessful, as it takes away the comfortable pieces of clothing you are used to wearing. Instead of a total change in your wardrobe, add something to your wardrobe that has a strong visual appeal. Once this new piece is worn enough for you to feel comfortable with it, you will begin to use this piece as an “anchor" to create new combinations of clothing. Initially, the other pieces of clothing do not have to be bold. They can remain simple until you become comfortable using the bold piece to create your new wardrobe.


Focus On Shape Before Colour
Many people feel that bold style begins with a vibrant color. However, it's actually more important to consider the use of shape in making an outfit appear bold. For example, the silhouette of an outfit will make the overall look of the outfit bold and interesting, regardless of how subtle the colors are. A great option is to look for where you can buy barrel trousers online as they add a fun element of personality to your wardrobe without needing a bold, bright color. Barrel trousers are considered a bold fashion trend because of their versatile, curved design, which also pairs well with classic knits or tops. 


Learn The Balance Between Bold And Wearable
The most effective use of strong style lies in making sure it is still grounded. When each component of your outfit attempts to draw your eye, you're left with a disorganized look. A bold or dramatic jacket paired with casual jeans or statement-making bottoms with a simple white dress shirt achieves that bolder look without being dramatic.

You may also create interest with texture without creating overstimulation. All of the textures, like leather, wool, denim, and cotton, are sufficiently different from one another and will reflect light differently, adding a layer of subtle depth to your overall outfit.


Build A Visual Identity Over Time
Style can be at its most powerful when it has a strong point of view, and it develops over time through repetition of shape, color, and fabric in your wardrobe. Look for what feels like second nature after you have worn a piece several times. There may be some items that are exciting yet completely impractical, while others may develop into favorites that still feel unique. 

Transitioning into a bolder wardrobe is less about dramatic change and more about steady evolution. One interesting piece leads to another. Shape introduces character before colour enters the mix. Over time the wardrobe begins to reflect confidence, curiosity and individuality, which is the real goal of bold style.