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A Guide to Spicing Up Your Style

For those of you who wear the same three shirts every week, like me.

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A Guide to Spicing Up Your Style

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If you're like me, you tend to start off every season by saying that you're finally going to step out of your comfort zone and change up your wardrobe. No more repeating the same outfit of leggings with a sweater in autumn, no more using the same plaid shirt as an attempt to accessorize your all-black outfit. You want to branch out, change it up, wear clothes that make you feel more confident.

However, this motivation usually lasts about twenty minutes once you wake up late and throw on the first pair of old jeans you can find because you don't have the time to search through your closet for something cuter. Even if you manage to dress nicer for a few days, you're usually back to your old self by the end of the week.

Adding a little change to your style doesn't have to mean completely replacing your wardrobe. It could be something simple that brings the entire outfit to a new level, or an extra pop of color that elevates your mood when you see yourself in the mirror. The way we dress is directly correlated to the way we feel about ourselves, so differentiating your outfits could have a significant impact on your self-esteem.

Hats

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Whether it's a baseball cap or a beanie, we usually associate wearing a hat with having a "bad hair day." However, including a hat in your outfit could potentially improve your overall look. If you select headgear supports a certain sports team or brand, you'll inevitably receive compliments by fellow supporters.

Bandanas or Headbands

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Those of you who aren't the biggest fan of hats may want to consider this option. Although bandanas were once strongly associated with biker gangs and rebellion, that era is over. Bandanas are a perfect way to accessorize a groutfit, since they come in so many different colors and styles. Or, you could always turn to the classic headband, whether it's something plain or something brighter, like a flower crown.

Jewelry

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Jewelry brings so many potential options to the table. There are many ways to include jewelry in your style that reflect your own personality, from dangly earrings to a pendant necklace. Even if you want to start with small, like a simple ring, it can still complete a look.

Nail Polish

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If you don't want to introduce a new item of clothing or accessory to your life, nail polish can be a method of bringing a pop of color while still remaining subtle. You can choose to go crazy with intricate designs, have an accent nail, or maybe stick with the classic French-tip. And don't think this is an option exclusively for girls, all identities should be able to enjoy the wonders of glittery nails!

Hair Styles

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There are a ton of different things you can do with your hair that can completely change your appearance. You might be bold and decide to chop off a couple inches or maybe even dye it all a fresh, new color. There are choices out there that won't burden your wallet, too: straighten it one day, braid it the next, try one of those "DIY Messy Bun" tutorials on Youtube that are always confusing no matter how many times you watch it. Practice makes perfect, though!

Make-Up Routine

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I don't know much about make-up, but I know there are a plethora of possibilities when it comes to different types of looks one can create through it: keep it natural, include a smoky-eye, use a bold lip. Instead of repeating the same morning routine, try introducing something new once in a while when it comes to your cosmetic palate. Experiment with what makes you comfortable and confident.

We're over halfway through the year, but that doesn't mean you are out of time to improve yourself. Just a simple change in style can drastically impact your self-perception and mood overall, so there's no reason not to try. Go out there and rock your new look!

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