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  • Question
    How do I put together an outfit?
    Christina Santelli
    Professional Stylist
    Christina Santelli is the Owner and Founder of Style Me New, a wardrobe styling concierge based in Tampa, Florida. She has been working as a stylist for over six years, and her work has been featured in HSN, the Pacific Heights Wine and Food Festival, and the Nob Hill Gazette.
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    Mix more formal clothing with casual pieces for cool twists on classic looks. You don't have to wear all designer pieces to be stylish. Just play around with what you have! You could, for example, wear a vintage scarf from a thrift store with a chic white button-down, or put a blazer over a band t-shirt. Whatever you think is comfortable and cool will make you look good!
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    What do you do if your mom picks out your clothes for you?
    Karley Snyder
    Community Answer
    Talk to your mom about your wardrobe. Mention that you want to start picking your clothes. After school, try on your outfits to see what you like and then show your mom in a fashion show! You both can go shopping together to make it fun, as well.
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    How do I decide on one style if I like many different styles?
    Karley Snyder
    Community Answer
    To narrow your style, review your closet and think about the overall vibe you like most. Select 1 style to go with after you've looked over your clothes. You can get rid of clothing that does not fit this style, or go shopping for new clothes. Also remember it's okay to have many styles! You can try mixing and matching outfits to combine styles as well.
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    How do I try out other styles without wasting money?
    Karley Snyder
    Community Answer
    Take a look at styles online to get an idea of what you like! You can look at magazines or use Pinterest as well. You can also try shopping at discount stores like T J Maxx, Ross, Marshalls, or thrift stores to find trendy looks for less money.
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    What if I'm a child and can't drive to a store?
    Karley Snyder
    Community Answer
    You can start by looking at the clothes you have. Try experimenting with different outfits in your closet already. Look at magazines, TV shows, or websites for outfit ideas. Ask your mom or dad to take you shopping for back to school, your birthday, or an upcoming holiday.
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    I'm a child and my parents pick out all my clothes. If I try tell them I like something, they won't let me get it. How can I have my own style if they don't let me choose my own clothes?
    Community Answer
    Talk to them about how the clothes that they buy you aren't really your style and you'd like to make some changes. See if they will let you pick out just one thing when you go shopping. They might also be willing to make you a deal, like letting you pick out your own clothes in exchange for good grades. If all else fails, you might just have to wait a little while and then ask them again.
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    I have this hat and fleece I like, but I can't wear them to school, and I also can't wear my Ravenclaw scarf. What do you suggest?
    Community Answer
    I am a Ravenclaw with the exact same problem! I would suggest blue or grey jumpers, and as soon as you leave school you can put on your hat! I have a newsie cap that I adore, so as soon as I get out of school I put it on.
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    What if I hate wearing jeans but my parents want me to wear them?
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    Tell your parents that you would rather wear something else. Or, you could ask them to try jeggings as they look like jeans, but are a bit more stretchy.
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    What do I do if my parents don't let me choose my clothes?
    AbigailMiller
    Community Answer
    First of all, try to communicate with your parents, you have your own unique character and aesthetics, tell them the reason why you choose this dress and properly refer to the advice of your parents and friends. Secondly, if you are not financially independent, you need to consider whether the price of the clothes is appropriate, you can also try to earn money part-time and use your own money to buy the clothes you like.
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    Can guys find their own style as well?
    JeeWriting
    Community Answer
    Yes. This applies to all genders in any shape or form. No matter your a girl or boy, you can find your own style either way. Not all this information applies to girls.
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