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Are you bored with your current wardrobe? Every now and then it’s normal to be “stuck in a rut,” even if you have a closet full of great clothes.
While celebrities like Bella Hadid and Tracee Ellis Ross have wardrobe stylists and beauticians on speed dials, it doesn’t take a glam crew to kick things up a notch.
In fact, a few unexpected style moves can transform even the most basic piece of clothing. FEMAIL rounds up eight celebrity-approved ideas to have in your bag of tricks.
Charlize Theron added interest to her look by pairing her top and skirt with pants
1. Wear pants UNDER a dress
Charlize Theron is a style chameleon who always leaves us guessing.
And on October 17, the ‘Mad Max’ actress did not disappoint while attending the 29th Annual ELLE Women in Hollywood Celebration in Los Angeles, California.
Charlize looked sleek and chic in a body-hugging red turtleneck sweater and matching skirt from Alaïa.
But it was what was under her skirt that took her red carpet ensemble to the next level. Instead of covering her legs with tights, Charlize opted for red pants.
She completed the fashion forward look with Delfina Deletrez jewelry, a black blazer and white open-toe sandals.
Takeaway tip: Quality leggings worn with streetwear can effortlessly radiate cool fashion vibes.
Bella Hadid made her otherwise ordinary ensemble red carpet worthy by using two straps instead of one
2. More is more when it comes to accessories
They say accessories make an outfit and on October 18, Bella Hadid proved this to be true.
The 26-year-old model stepped out in New York City in a multicolored knit sweater, blue jeans and a leather jacket.
She made the ensemble’s otherwise run-of-the-mill red carpet worthy by wearing two belts instead of one — one tucked into the loops at the jeans waistband, the other just below.
Takeaway tip: Why do what is expected? Throw gently with the wind and have fun with your accessories!
Janelle Monae gave her all-black leather look a modern twist with a statement ring worn over her glove
3. Decorate your numbers even when wearing gloves
Janelle Monae has her own style class.
And on October 22, the 36-year-old singer attended the Outfest Legacy Awards Gala at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, California, wearing an all-black leather ensemble and gloves.
She gave the look a modern twist by wearing a statement ring over the gloves.
Takeaway tip: Wearing rings over gloves used to be seen as vulgar, but outdated rules have no place in 2022. Fashion is a form of self-expression.
A highlight of lingerie can be the exact feminine touch your outfit needs, à la 26-year-old supermodel, Kendall Jenner
4. Make beautiful bra straps part of the outfit
As great as an outfit looks, it can be ruined by a bra strap or the dreaded exposed panty line.
But when done right, a spike of lingerie can be just the feminine touch your outfit needs, à la 26-year-old supermodel, Kendall Jenner.
Kendall stepped out on August 24 in Los Angeles, California, wearing a printed knee-length dress with a built-in exposed bra strap. The subtle design detail is easy, elegant and effortlessly sexy.
Takeout Tip: Kendall’s sexy designer look can be easily recreated by wearing a pretty bra under a strapless dress.
While classic color combinations like black and white always look good, Tracee Ellis Ross’ unexpected combination of brown and red is why she tops most of the best dressed lists.
5. Embrace camel and red
Tracee Ellis Ross has become fashion royalty both on and off the red carpet.
Attending Hearst Magazines’ Celebrate Black Style Summit Launch Event last week, the award-winning “Black-ish” star showed off her style knowledge in an unlikely color combination.
She wore a body-hugging tan dress that emphasized her incredible figure with red tights and matching high heels.
While classic color combinations like black and white always look chic, Tracee’s unexpected combination is why she tops most best-dressed lists.
Takeaway tip: Give any outfit a boost by experimenting with colors that you don’t often see together. Be creative and you will be rewarded.
Gigi Hadid’s tie transformed her menswear-inspired look from kitsch to couture
6. Try a tie for size
Menswear-inspired pieces have become an integral part of the fashion set, but leave it to Gigi Hadid to take the trend one step further.
The 27-year-old mother of one was spotted on the streets of New York wearing a fitted blazer, deep green pants, checked shirt and loafers.
But it was Gig’s striped tie that took her look from kitsch to couture.
Takeout tip: They are traditionally associated with men, but women can look just as chic in ties.
Lydia Hearst regularly rocks winged liner in every color of the rainbow, even red and blue
7. A cat’s eye comes in all colors
Winged eyeliner is timeless, but can also tire quite quickly. At least, if you’re Lydia Hearst.
The 38-year-old model and great-granddaughter of newspaper publisher and politician William Randolph Hearst regularly rocks winged liner in all colors of the rainbow.
From red to blue, Lydia keeps it interesting.
Takeout Tip: Up your eye makeup game and make a colorful statement.
A mesh slip skirt was all Rosie Huntington-Whiteley needed to keep her Prada cropped blazer and top looking modest and chic
8. Briefs can take the place of pants
Supermodels know a thing or two about getting crafty with their clothes.
While in London on October 20, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wore a Prada look to the Rose Inc pop-up in Covent Garden.
The single-breasted jacket and long-sleeved top fell just below the 35-year-old’s bum, but a mesh underskirt was all Rosie needed to keep her looking tasteful and chic.
Takeaway tip: A slip (even a sheer one!) is the perfect extender for a skirt or dress that’s just a little too short.