The new year signals a fresh start and the chance to reassess your wardrobe from top to bottom. With a little effort, everyone can put together a collection of cheap womens clothes that reflects the different aspects of their personality, but the best way to begin that exciting and rewarding process is make sure you get right the basics that you can wear all year round. Just because you keep your underwear hidden from sight (or at least mean to do so!), it still plays a crucial role as the bedrock on which every outfit is built. Your underwear sets the tone for everything you wear over it, so make sure you don’t leave it too long between having your bust measured to ensure you’re wearing a bra that gives you maximum comfort as well as complementing your shape.
If you’re in need of a little help with your figure then magic knickers can do wonders for your bum or a body shaper offers a more streamlined look, while a waist clincher can take inches off your tum so you really stun in a long-flowing dress.
When it comes to trousers, one essential item is a pair of jeans that flatters your figure. You can match them up with some cosy knitwear and a pair of trainers for a trip to the shop or a walk in the part, but they can also be matched with a stylish blouse and heels when you’re ready to hit the town.
A pair of flat-front, tailored trousers are also essential, with neutral colours such as khaki or black easy to mix and match with a variety of tops and accessories whatever the time of year and in both casual and formal settings.
Unless you’re a real tomboy then the time will come when you want to show a little leg, with pencil skirts ideal is you’re lucky enough to have an athletic shape and an A-line skirt better suited to flattering a more curvaceous look.
When it comes to tops, T-shirts are the first port of call with simple colours giving you maximum mix and match options in combination with jumpers, jackets and cardigans. You can expand your range with prints and designs that reflect your personality more but you can’t go wrong with a white T-shirt and jeans when you’re in a rush and need to get out of the house.
Blouses in plain colours are equally effective, as well as handy for layering when it’s cold outside, while button-down shirts can be better suited to the office and other more formal environments.
When it comes to dresses, the one essential is the little black dress. Simple yet sophisticated, unfussy but glamorous, the LBD is a vital component of any wardrobe. Stick to a clean and simple design and your LBD will never go out of fashion, though an A-line cut is recommended if you’re curvy.
When it comes to outerwear, simplicity is again the key so you can be confident of matching up your coat or jacket with most of your outfits. The classic design of a tailored trench coat or pea coat will give you many years of good service.
Accessories can give any outfit some extra pizzazz, so make sure you’ve got brooches, belts, hair clips, pendants, rings, bangles and earrings – keep a few signature pieces to hand and you can give your look a personal touch in seconds.
Finally, let’s not forget the all-important handbag. We all like to have a selection of bags to pick from but it’s still a good idea to have your classic black leather handbag at the ready for any occasion, from a day in the office to a night at the theatre.



