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How can I be more stylish?

Christina Santelli
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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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Buy clothes that fit the shape of your body well, or else you won't look as comfortable.

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What goes with pink?

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Darker, toned down colors can be great complements to bright colors like pink. Consider pairing it with grey, black, or dark blue tones.

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Can I wear a gray shirt with black and white shoes?

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Yes, you can.

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Can I wear a short patterned mini skirt with a long jumper?

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Actually, that's a trend! Just look it up. It feels weird, but it looks cute! If you are still uncomfortable though, try swapping the skirt for skinny jeans or leggings.

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How do I upgrade my normal outfits without going too far?

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Getting a nice jacket or a few pairs of nice pants can do a lot to bring an outfit up to the next level without being too jarring. I would also suggest adding some new accessories into your fashion rotation.

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Can I wear blue Adidas pants with a black Adidas sweater?

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It depends on what shade of blue the pants are, because some blues don't work with blacks. Lighter blues typically look fine, but if they are leaning towards green, it doesn't work that well. You generally want to stay with bright tops and darker or more neutral pants.

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I typically wear skinny jeans with loose tops and Converse/Vans. Is that okay?

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That's a fine look for a student. It's pretty basic. A jacket or a belt and a nice pair of boots can help upgrade your look.

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What goes with a sexy dress?

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Try a necklace, some high heels, and maybe some tights. Bright red lipstick also looks good.

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Can I wear dots with stripes?

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In most cases, yes. If they are very wild patterns, it might look a little busy, but if you think it looks good, don't worry about it.

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Can I wear a zebra-striped skirt with a plain brown shirt?

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No. A zebra shirt matches with a plain white shirt and black shoes. Try some accessories for color.

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Can I wear a dress and Vans?

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Yes. You can wear whatever you want. It might be better to wear more classic shoes like flats, but Vans and a dress are also probably cute.

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Would wearing a skirt make me look like I am not dressed well?

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Skirts can be formal, semi formal and informal. Depending upon the colour, cut and fabric, you can make it suit the occasion. Skirts can be incredibly beautiful. One must carry them well regardless of age or size. Look up for styles that suit your personality and need. Don't overdress them and you will look good.

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What other colors pair well with yellow colored pants?

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Depending on the shade of yellow, a white or cream top would look nice. If the pants are a solid color, you could even wear a top of both yellow (same shade) and cream or white together.

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What looks good with a lacy skirt?

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A nice, but simple top of compatible fabric (not something that will compete with the texture of the lace skirt) to the quality of the skirt. I would go for a solid color and a pearl necklace or a silver or gold necklace (depending on the color of the skirt and top) with a pendant; nothing too bold or busy to compete with the skirt. This should give you a nicely finished and put together look.

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