Building a Balanced Wardrobe
If you struggle putting stylish outfits together, you’re probably missing two things from your wardrobe. It has nothing to do with your personal style, but rather the balance between anchors and accents.
Too many anchors can make your style feel flat, while too many accents can make nothing seem to work together. The key is finding a balance, with a sweet spot of around 70% anchors and 30% accents.
Wardrobe Foundations
Wardrobe foundations are not just about owning certain pieces, such as jeans, a white tee, or a blazer. They're about how those pieces fit, feel, and function. A well-fitting tee with the right fabric weight and structure can look polished, while denim in a cut and wash that works for your body can feel intentional.
Proportion is also crucial, from a rise that elongates your legs to a neckline that balances your shape. Ultimately, foundations should reflect your personal style, whether that's a blazer, trench, bomber, or chunky cardigan.
Foundations should work for you, and your anchors should reflect your personal style.
A good wardrobe foundation is about finding the right balance and proportion to create easy, everyday outfits.
Author's summary: Balance is key to a stylish wardrobe.