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Kay. So I`m preppy- polos, miniskirts A&F and pearls, the whole 9 yards. So.. I'm running out of outfits and styles, any ideas? I`ve done the polos & pearls... and the leggings & skirts.. and the uggs with jeans... oh and cashmere sweatersss... but I`m running out. I like to start trends, any good ones I could start at my school? I'm up for new looks- but im mostly preppy. PLEASE HELP.

If you're looking to start a 'trend' you have to do something new and "out there" leggings, a skirt, and Uggs aren't exactly new and out there, just to clear that up.

This is important: Just because something has Abercrombie, American Eagle, or Hollister on it doesn't make it instantly cute. You have to know how to put an outfit together, don't just wear all the hot labels. I wear a nice Hollister shirt with jeans from Target and get just as many compliments or more then I would if I just wore Hollister that day.

As for the trying new things. I've got a couple different things I do that people always tell me they love, so here they are. Try buying a longer plain colored polo and putting a colorful (coordinating) or patterned belt OVER the shirt about at your waist level. I do this alot, and it always seems to bring in compliments.

Also, try crazy patterned flats with a plain colored shirt (again, try a belt or a long hanging necklace)

Accessories can make or break the outfit. Go for coordinating (not tacky) necklaces, bracelets, rings, or earrings. Don't wear them all at once, try one or two at once.

As one person said below me you could try a long shirt with just leggings underneath. I also like wearing Victoria Secret sweatpants with a totally different color top.

Try getting into layering- go for a crazy pattern underneath a matching/coordinating shirt. I layer up to three/four shirts at a time, those also bring in compliments. Besure you don't over do it, stick to a matching color scheme, don't do every color of the rainbow in one outfit. (Ie: Try a flowered long sleeve shirt over a black polo with a white belt)

Remember, just because somethings 'in' doesn't mean its flattering to your body. Infact, I think its hillarious when people try the new styles and they don't fit right and just make them look tacky. If you think a shirt is totally cute but it doesn't fit you right, don't buy it, trust me it'll just waste your money.

For your hair, this could also make or break your outfit. If you wearing something more plain, make your hair curly or wavy, or try some new random style with it. If you're outfit consists of layers+accessories and such, try a straight low pony tail, or let your hair hang down. Mix it up though, this will also help with the style.



For shoes, vary it. Don't wear the same ones everyday. Flip flops in winter are a big no. They're super tacky. Try boots (not just Uggs, those get old FAST) of different shapes and sizes, try cute flats (they make tons of those) also try some cute tennis shoes or high heels. Mix these up too.




Have fun with it.
Be sure to work the clothes.
Good Luck

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