16 outfit mistakes that make you look messy

Nothing feels better than a well-worn sweater. But when fuzzy pills take over, it’s time to take action. “If you have a pilling shirt or sweater you really love and don’t want to get rid of, keep it for your comfy clothes at home,” advises McNamara. And if you do want to wear it out, use a shaving razor to remove pills from fabric. Simply stroke pills with the blade and watch them disappear.

While this could be the result of a poorly-tailored item, it can also be the result of routine wear and tear. For a quick fix, tame tiny flyaways with a brush of clear nail polish.

If you purchase items with intentional frayed cuffs and hems, take a tip from fashion entrepreneur Amy Voloshin: “I always love a frayed edge, but even purposefully frayed edges need to be maintained. I always have to remind myself to give my frayed-edge denim and gauzy shirts a trim after a wash – it helps it look intentional and relaxed.”

Nothing can ruin a pair of tight pants or a pencil skirt like distinct underwear lines. “If you have a bodycon look, make sure you invest in seamless underwear so you don’t fall victim to tacky underwear lines,” says McNamara. Wearing the correct garments underneath can guarantee that your outfit, not your lines, is garnering the attention. Seamless shapewear briefs and thongs are made out of nylon and are very lightweight, so you can comfortably wear them all day.

No nail polish is better than some nail polish. “A woman should never walk around with chipped nail polish,” says Philippa Brenninkmeyer, founder of Indigo Swimwear. “The best way to avoid this is to keep the colour of polish on your nails nearby so that you can quickly fill in the chipped spot on the go until you’re able to completely remove or change polish.” For low-maintenance nails, try a coat of clear polish.

If you’re looking to keep your manicure fresh for more than ten days, opt for a chip-resistant nail polish. If you don’t have a budget for new colours, consider a long-lasting topcoat that you can use with your existing collection.

Check out these clever things to do with nail polish.

Yes, it’s convenient, but it can really torpedo a put-together appearance. Do a quick check before you leave the house and make sure to remove hair accessories from your wrists. Stash a few in your bag in case you need hair help on the go. “The CEO of my last company would go nuts if she caught anyone on a red carpet with hair ties on their wrists,” says Ormand. “And for good reason! It’s an easily preventable offense that we often overlook.”

Pay special attention to the collars and buttons of dress shirts for job interviews and special events. These features frame your face and are generally made of cotton, a fabric that is notoriously unforgiving when it comes to wrinkles. Remove cotton shirts from the dryer while they’re still moist, and set your iron to high. Begin with the collar, and iron both the inside and outside. Add steam to make the collar extra crisp. If any wrinkles form, push them toward the base of the collar. Iron sleeves by unbuttoning the cuff and following the seam on the shirt. Remove any arm creases by steaming the shirt.

Iron and steam other items of clothing with the same amount of care.

Don’t miss these handy hints that make doing the laundry less of a hassle.

Diligently sort your laundry by colour, and remember that whites must be washed in their own load. Any other way and you’ll wind up with dingy, grey whites. Additionally, if your towels and sheets are white, wash them separately from your everyday wear. Towels are more likely to give off lint, which could stick to items made of corduroy, permanent-press clothing, and velvet.

If you’re afraid of using bleach to whiten your whites, bleach crystals will quickly become your go-to. No more splashing (and ruining!) the clothes you’re wearing while you’re trying to put your wash in. The solid crystals will make adding whitening power to your load as easy as pie.

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Source: RD.com