9 Ways To Make Your Clothes Look More Expensive

Spoiler alert: you don’t have to drop tons of cash on clothes to look like a million bucks. In fact, it’s easier to get a polished, pulled together, this-looks-way-more-expensive-than-it-actually-was look with just a few simple styling tricks. Because, let’s be real, we’ve all got bills to pay. And while some say there’s an art to mixing and matching your wardrobe to achieve this style, these ways to make your outfit look more expensive are tried and true.

Tips to Make Your Clothes Look Costlier:

1. Go Monochrome

Whether all black everything is your thing, or you want to do my personal favorite — an all ivory combo — creating a fully monochromatic look is a simple and effective way to make your outfit look more expensive. Opt for different hues within the same color family or choose a navy and black, or black and brown combination. It’s a luxe color pairing that will never go out of style.

2. Add Texture

Faux suede and leather, boucle, tweed, jacquard! Give us all the texture! Not only do these materials add visual interest to your outfit, but the special details instantly elevate the simplest of looks.

3. Get it Tailored

Probably the most underrated tip of them all: fit is your friend. (But it can also be your worst enemy.) Take the time to nip a waist, drop a hem, or pin a shoulder. These small changes can make a drastic difference in your overall look.

4. Invest in Classic Coats

Find yourself a good coat, wear it over everything, rinse, and repeat. A good leather bomber, a classic trench, a statement winter warmer — you need a great coat. Your closet should play host to a few solid neutrals as well as a more elaborate coat (think pattern, embellishments, or a unique shape) that works over those monochrome outfits we mentioned earlier.

5. Invest in a Hand Steamer

Wrinkles for sure don’t go with your outfit. A good hand steamer for last-minute smoothing and to help make your outfit looks their best. And while ironing is great, steamers are much gentler on your clothing, allowing for less wear and tear over time.

6. A Structured Bag

Whether it’s a large or small bag, there’s nothing more expensive looking than a structured bag! They’re chic and timeless. One should buy structured bags in neutral colors like black, white or tan because they’re the kind of colors that can transcend seasons and only get better with age!

7. Add a Scarf

Tie your scarf wrong you instantly look like a bit of a dork. Get it right and it will make an otherwise plain outfit infinitely more interesting. If its cashmere or not too chunky use your sweater, 2 for 1! Also if you get cold you can put it on, whereas it’s a bit harder to wear a scarf as a sweater, no?

8. Add a Pair of Points

We love a pointed court or flat, but we hate those pesky creases that appear across the toes after you’ve worn them. To stop this unsightly mark, simply stuff the toe tightly with cotton wool until your toes just touch it.

9. Layer everything

Layering is a massive trend this winter, especially when it comes to coats. Cold? Us? Never! Wear a few of your lighter weight coats at once or you can forgo a coat or wear fine layers under a shirt/jumpsuit/denim jacket/dress/summer suit. The styling possibilities are endless!