Fashion & Style Resolutions For 2009
It’s almost a new year, and that means a fresh start and a chance to set some new goals. Whether you’re a seasoned fashion addict or you’re still developing your own style, new year’s is also a great time to set some style resolutions for the year ahead.
Here are some style resolutions you might want to make for 2009!
Buy more quality items and fewer cheap “fast fashion” pieces. This is one of my resolutions – I’m always tempted to buy a bunch of cheap clothing items instead of splurging on quality, but I know it’s not the right way to shop. This year, I’ve promised myself that I’ll control my H&M addiction and spend my money on fewer clothes that will last a little longer!
Think before you buy. Do you impulse-purchase a little too often? Make it your 2009 resolution to stop and think before you make a purchase. Ask yourself “do I really need this?” and “how often will I wear it?” If you need to, resolve to wait 24 hours & see if you still want that item the next day. If you do, you’ll know it’s not just an impulse!
Develop your own sense of style. This was one of my resolutions a few years ago, and it’s an ongoing process I work at every day. In fashion it’s so important to have your own point of view instead of blindly following trends. What’s your personal style? I wrote an article about how to find your own sense of style if you want some tips on how to get started.
Start making your own clothes. If you’ve always thought it’d be fun to be a fashion designer, why not get started learning how to make your own clothing? Pick up a book on sewing, grab some fabric and borrow your mom’s sewing machine. You’ll save a bundle, be able to customize every piece you own, and who knows – maybe you could be the next big thing in fashion!
Learn more about the fashion industry. Become a whiz at fashion industry trivia – learn about the history of all the big designers, who worked for whom, and even the difference between different fabrics. I just picked up a copy of The Fashion Game Book and it’s essentially a textbook on everything you could ever want to know about fashion. There are quizzes, pop-out pages, designer bios, quotes, and so much more. It’s amazing and highly recommended if you want to learn about the industry!
Start documenting your style. If you want to get an accurate picture of how your style is evolving, try taking a picture of your outfit every day next year. You could keep the pics private for yourself or start a blog about your style like Rumi at Fashion Toast. Taking outfit photos daily is a great way to see how things really look on you, keep your style fresh, and find new ideas for how to wear things. It’s also a lot of fun!
Those are just some of my ideas – what are you going to do to make 2009 your most stylish year ever?
Posted on on December 31, 2008 / Filed Under: Fashion Tips / Tags: Fashion Industry, How To, Money, New Year's, Style, Tips
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i like the resolutions u put up here! Maybe i’ll try to take photos of myself this yr too! it sounds like a lot of fun :) ! in fact, i’ll make this my resolution!
the other thing i really need to keep up is “THINK BEFORE BUYING”. this can save a lot of money. i’m also thinkin of purchasing the book u suggested!
thanks for your ideas!
happy new year!!! and the last dot point is what i’m going to try to do more of thsi year.
First off I’d just like to say that I love this site since about August and I love it. My fashion resolution for 2009 is to actually get around to making a look book full of outfits so I don’t end up in a mad rush at 7:30 every morning before class. Hope you had a great new year :)
Here’s something funny- I’ve been making fashion look books every season since I was 13. And I have most of them. Its cool to look back on what I used to wear! (I looked like I walked out of The OC most of the time! Ha ha) But this year I’ve gotten even better about it. I started my book for this year early this morning actually. I take an inventory of my closet, get rid of old pieces to give to my cousin Ansley. Then I sort the clothes into piles based on personality/weather/anything else to define an outfit. For the rest of winter 2009, I have a “sloppy” casual pile (ie: long sleeve t’s, boot cut jeans, down feather jackets, henleys, rainboots/snowboots), a casual pile (skinny jeans, well-cut long sleeve t’s, casual tops, and a step up on the jackets, as well as casual heels and boots) And then a formal pile that is eventually sorted into 3 sub-piles: Family/Parties, Dinner out, Town parties (good ol’ Charleston style), and business/professional.
Its a bit weird, starting the new look book every year. But I’m confident in my style, this year especially, to be one of the strongest I’ve had in years. Practice makes perfect, right?
And yes, I DO have a lot of free time on my hands lately. And it doesn’t help that I sleep 4 hours for every 30.
This is a great post! I think I will definitely try that last resolution
Hey, I love your style! I just wrote about your blog on my new one – hope you don’t mind! Check it out!
Love your blog – just added it to my faves! I have a blog that documents my daily wear too!
Katie
Thanks for the tip on the Fashion Game Book! I’ve been meaning to get more educated with the fashion industry and this is a great (college-minded) way.
I love these resolutions.. definitely adding to my own list! I’ve always wanted to attempt to make a few of my own clothes.. maybe this is the year to really try!
Thanks.. and I love your blog! Happy 2009 :)
I’ve just brought a sewing machine not too long along and that is one of my resolutions.I think I may also try to think before I buy.I have a plan on what I want to buy.I think I am also going to try developing my own style because for the 3 years all I’ve worn are skinny jeans and graphic and band tees which is kind of getting old