Happy New Year folks! Let’s start 2018 by continuing to talk about the new year and fashionable things to do. I mean, it’s only day two of January so taking it easy is the way to start another year huh? Here’s 7 fashionable things to do 2018, from trends to embrace and styling tips to try:
Courtsey of Prabal Gurung | Resort 2018
Fashionable Things To Do 2018
1. Wear More Red
If you haven’t noticed, red has been a popular color throughout 2017. Especially going strong for the latter part of the year and continuing the trend train through 2018 too. I advocate a more colorful fashion life and as red is a basic colorful shade, it’s a great color to begin with. Start with the accessories and work yourself up to clothing pieces. With red, your outfit can be on fire!
2. Layer More
One way to survive the winter life is to layer more. With layers you create a more dynamic outfit which in its turn gives a more exciting look. Pieces that are great to layer with includes shirts, sweaters, vests and scarves. Think about the lengths of the clothing pieces to make the most out of it and be sure to go for different colors and prints to mix it up. Read more in this layer guide.
3. Go Monochromatic
The monochromatic looks have been popular in the last couple of months and are still going rather strong. The style is undoubtedly one of the most stylish and easiest way of looking effortlessly chic. Go for your favorite color and work it top to toe. To add some excitement be sure to go for darker and lighter shades as they contrast each other!
4. Get More Inspired
Is there’s such a thing as too much inspiration? Don’t think so! I mean of course you have to act too, that’s what it’s all about, but when it’s about something creative like fashion, you need ideas too. Colors you can combine, prints to try and elements to match. So in 2018 I urge us all to get the proper dose of inspiration before we find ourselves in a fashion rut. Inspiration can’t be piled but needs to be maintained. Social media, books, movies, series, friends, nature, wallpapers, paintings and just the world itself can serve as inspiration!
5. Focus More On Textures
One thing I’m going to focus more on in 2018 is textures. They are often taken for granted but plays an important role in any style. You can easily elevate the outfit by contrasting textures or add another layer. As they come in any color you prefer, you can work several different textures in one outfit as they make up for a rather subtle statement. Winter is especially favorable to play with textures as you can work with heavier layers such as faux fur, knitwear and faux leather!
6. Find a New Statement
I’m sure the majority of us have a statement of two that we usually go for. Perhaps it’s a statement necklace we love or a pair of colorful boots? Well I definitely believe in the power of statement and think the fashion world needs more of them. That’s why 2018 should include to experiment more with fashion and explore the layers to it. Finding more statements will also help you get dressed when you’re in a fashion rut as your outfit will easily get the extra touch by only adding one element of statement. Perhaps your new statement will be a belt, a texture or a bag? It’s up to you to explore!
7. Plan Your Outfits In Advance
Lastly, planning in advance will give you a better style. It’s logical that what you give time to is what will improve in your life. If you start to become more specific with your outfits you’ll learn what works. This will give you a better understanding of what colors you prefer, what elements that works together and truly – what your own style is about. Take some time each week and plan some outfits in advance. Here’s another article on the subject!
Folks! I’m so excited that 2018 is here and can’t wait to do this year with all of you. Happy January! Xx
Planning outfit in advance is what I want to achieve. Trying new style and colors is a goal too.
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Same here, it would make the fashion life so much easier! Xx
I love these ideas! Finding a new statement, wearing more red, and planning out my outfits are definitely things I should be doing more of!
Same here honestly! Hhaha lol, I just use this blog as a way of getting myself going with all the things I want to do haha lol! Xx
I definitely want to wear more red and layer more often.
XO
Daria
http://www.dbkstylez.com
Right? Both of them are good! Xx
Yes, yes, and yes! I started planning out my outfits last year and it’s helped in more ways than one. I need to focus more on textures – branching out is a-comin’ in 2018. I hope you’re having a fabulous start to the new year! xx
http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog
That’s so good Quinn! I’m so ready to play more with textures this year too! Xx
These are all so great! Definitely adding more layers and texture is a goal of mine! Happy New Year!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Same here, so ready to step up the fashion game even further! Xx
I say YES to all of this!! Happy New Year, sweet friend! XO
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Happy 2018 Shauna! Xx
Happy new year Mia! I hope this one is wonderful for you. In
regards to this post, points 4-6 are really where it’s at for me this year. I think 2018 is the year to let loose and have fun with fashion!
amberelb.com
Oh yes yes yes, I’m so ready to play around with fashion even more too. Let’s get this year going! Xx
A big yes to planning outfits in advance! I do that to save time in the mornings – trying to get myself and two little ones dressed and ready makes that easier!
I do need to wear more red and practice layering too!
Happy new year! Hope that 2018 has started nicely for you! Mine has been so enjoyable as I’m still on leave from work so I’m taking the opportunity to relax!
Away From The Blue Blog
It saves time indeed! And lol, we all know that mornings can be quite hectic = we need all the time we can get. Happy 2018 love! Xx
Planning an outfit ahead helps save a lot of time. I tend to waste more time if I dont.
Wonder Cottage
Right? That’s often how it weirdly goes! Xx
I am trying to wear more red. It’s such a great color! I also need to plan my outfits a head, it’s so easy, but something that I just don’t do. Great tips!
happy 2018!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
It’s a great colors indeed, so energizing and classic! Xx
Oh wow! Can I just say that your photography is next level. I really love it and totally agree that it’s important to plan your outfits in advance it helps with stress (and makes me wayyy less frantic). Hope you have a great new year!!
– Avalon from http://www.simplyavalon.blogspot.com
Not my photos! 🙂 But yes, so crucial to plan the outfits in advance if you want to stay at top of your fashion game! Xx
Have I ever loved a list as much as I do this one? I don’t think so. Haha, seriously, this is one brilliant list for preparing for the year ahead! I’ll definitely be attempting to layer more, and planning outfits in advance is the way to go, for sure. Oh and my personal one this winter will be to creep some colour back into my wardrobe – my blog has accidentally become quite dark (black, navy, grey etc) when it comes to fashion and so it’ll be fun to bring some colour pops back in! Happy 2018!!
aglassofice.com
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ahhh, so happy you enjoy the list Gabrielle!! Looking forward to seeing more colors in 2018. We all could need more of that for sure! Xx
Great post! Happy New Year:)
irinathayer.com
Thank you love, happy new year! Xx
I want to do more monochromatic looks!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
ugh same here, so much fun to play around with! Xx
Happy New Year!!! I love red and I want to wear this colour more in winter. I recently bought a few red statement earrings that I am obsessed about!!
Yiota
PinkDaisyLoves
Nothing like statement earrings, especially not when they come in red. Can’t wait to see more of them! Xx