Do you always want to look elegant and classy no matter the occasion? Get exact ways on how to dress chic every day. Stop wasting your money on trendy and unflattering clothes.

Looking expensive doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage on your home. There are simple guidelines that you can follow so that you strategically pick the items for your elegant wardrobe that make you feel confident every day.

1. Wear neutral colors like black, white & beige 

The number one way that you can instantly look more elegant is to incorporate neutral colors as much as possible into your wardrobe. This may sound like a cliché – but not without good reason.

You see, while colors, especially brights, can be worn in a classy fashion, they can also easily go wrong. Neutral colors like white, beige, gray, camel and especially black, can be effortlessly paired together – and with any other colors – in endless combinations and look chic.

While certain other colors go in and out of fashion, neutrals endure the test of time. They are perfect for your year-round, winter and spring capsule wardrobes.

2. Wear clothes in solid colors

Solid colors are the way to go when curating an elegant wardrobe. These are timeless, while most logos and prints eventually become outdated.

Of course, you can wear patterns, but you first need to make sure that you have a solid (pun intended) foundation to pair them with. 

3. Monochrome looks are effortlessly chic

Monochromatic looks are one of the easiest ways to look put together with minimal effort. Plus, it will never go out of style. This works best with neutral colors like an all-black, all-gray, all-beige or all-white outfit.

However, the beauty of this style is that it can be done with practically any color, even brights and pastels like an all-red or an all-dusty-pink outfit.

4. Wear matching colors like beige, camel and white

Although it’s not rocket science, many tend to ignore the basics of color theory. It’s super easy to combine colors once you learn what colors work together with a little practice.

As a general rule of thumb, no more than three colors should be used in an outfit (excluding patterns and jewelry). Of course the same colors in different shades and hues look great together like beige, camel, white, cream and brown. But all of the neutrals look great together.

Black especially matches absolutely every color and classic pairings include black and white; black and camel/beige; and black and gray. 

5. Opt for simple, matching jewelry in gold

Simplicity is key to an elegant look. That’s why you should keep your jewelry very simple. Go for classic metals like gold, silver or rose-gold. Alternatively, you can opt for diamond-like stones like diamond studs .

These are a great investment, especially if they are the real thing. Once you’ve decided on the type of metal, then aim to get each piece of jewelry in the same metal with the same, minimalistic style. This way you can easily mix and match the simple pair of earrings, necklace, bracelet, watch and ring(s).

6. Stick to neutral make up and hair colors

While colorful eye looks and hair can be fun and look elegant if pulled off correctly, your best bet of looking classy is going for more neutral hair and make up. Opt for more natural make up like nude lips and browns, like bronzer on the cheeks and in the eye crease. This just enhances your natural beauty and complements the rest of your neutral ensemble. 

7. Make sure that your clothing is fitted

Elegant style is all about clothes that fit your body. While oversized or tight clothing can look modern at times, these trends come and go and they can easily look unflattering if done wrong.

Your clothes shouldn’t give you enough wiggle room for another person to fit in, neither should they make you feel so constricted that you can’t move. Your clothes should flatter your shape and ultimately make you feel good about yourself. Remember, your clothes should fit your body and not the other way around.