We often focus on the style and matching of clothing, but ignore a very important detail: fabric.
No matter whether the style is basic or fashionable, if the fabric is cheap, then the state it presents must have nothing to do with high-end and elegance. It can be said that “fabric determines value.”
In this issue, let’s take a look at the characteristics of cheap fabrics. Which fabrics should middle-aged women avoid? What makes you look older than aging is cheap fabrics. Clothes made of these three materials will become more tacky as you get older. Let’s take a look:
1. Why is it said that “fabric determines value”?
We use clothes to show off our temperament and modify our figure, but if the clothing fabrics we choose are very rough and cheap, then wearing them will naturally stretch our hips. The more basic the style, the more difficult it is to meet the fabric requirements.
For example, comparing these two outfits, the wrinkled blue dress on the left has obvious folds at the elbows, abdomen, and skirt, which makes it look very lackluster; while the one on the right is black. , but the material is neat and stylish, but it looks high-end and elegant because of the black color.
＞＞Two characteristics that make clothing appear “cheap”
1. Pilling vs. smoothness
Many people think that high-priced clothing must be good. In fact, expensive ≠ high-end, because in many cases, whether clothing is high-end does not depend on the price, but on its external performance.
For example, pilling, no matter how high the price is, clothing that has pilling due to long-term rubbing and washing will still look cheap. On the contrary, mid-priced clothing will look more elegant than the former because it is smooth and has no grainy feel.
So the price is not the criterion for judging. The key is the feeling of the clothing. If your clothing is worn for too long and pilling occurs, it is best to use a hair ball trimmer to remove the balls.
2. Wrinkled vs. flat
In addition to pilling clothing, there are also obviously wrinkled materials that look cheap at first glance. For example, in this set of comparisons, the figure on the left has soft fabrics and a shirt with too obvious wrinkles, which looks very sloppy and unattractive; while the figure on the right has stiff texture and flat fabrics, making it fashionable to wear casually.
2. Women over 50 should avoid these three types of fabrics, which look vulgar and cheap
1. Linen material wrinkles easily and looks sloppy
Many older women like to wear linen clothing because it is breathable and durable. Especially in summer, linen shirts and linen skirts are very popular. However, linen material is very easy to wrinkle, and wrinkles will appear if you sit down or bend your elbows. Too many wrinkles will make our outfit look sloppy.
For linen material, if you want to wear it with a high-end feel, you must iron it before wearing it. It is not suitable to sit or lean for a long time, otherwise it will taste very beautiful.
✔Alternatives: combed cotton, lyocell
If you want to pursue comfort, but but If you don’t want too many wrinkles, you can use Lyocell instead of linen. Lyocell is a regenerated fiber that has a good drape and flow, as well as a good shine and comfort. At the same content, it is cheaper than flax.
In addition, you can also choose cotton products. However, it should be noted that most of the “pure cotton” currently on the market is spun cotton. Those who pursue comfort and cost-effectiveness can choose pure cotton clothing with spandex + cotton, which is elastic and has a better drape. Note, try to choose combed cotton, which means there is a process to remove the short fibers in it. The resulting fabric will be smooth, flat, soft and comfortable, and the cloth will not shrink and pill easily.
2. Mesh material is very cheap
Mesh is a very common material. Many people choose mesh because it looks sweet or fairy-like. Choose some mesh skirts. Although they are beautiful, they can easily look cheap if you are not careful.
Because the cost of the mesh material itself is very low, the drape itself is not very good, and it is easy to show the belly. In addition, many styles are very similar, so it is difficult to wear them beautifully. For ordinary women, it is a relatively challenging fabric.
✔Alternative options: suit fabrics, knitted fabrics, denim
In fact, compared to the sweet mesh fabrics, you can try elegant and intellectual suits or knitted fabrics. Two very feminine materials can play to our strengths. For example, choose a suit skirt with a fishtail design, or a feminine and fashionable patchwork knitted dress, paired with a pair of short heels for a unique look. In addition to these two fabrics, you can also try denim material, which is stiff and individual, suitable for daily casual and neutral style women.
3. Lace/hollow material is easy to look tacky
Clothing made of lace has its own uniqueness.It has a sense of romance and elegance, and many women also like to use it for dressing. But for women in their 40s and 50s, lace material is a piece that tests their figure and temperament, especially dresses with large lace designs, which not only expose their figure but also look very tacky, and rough lace fabrics with some The hollow design looks very earthy and bloated.
✔Alternative options: silk, velvet, leather
For middle-aged women who want to be unique, you may wish to consider more elegant and high-end silk (satin) The material, elegant and shiny makes the wearer very elegant. Or the velvet fabric with the same luster has an elegant style. Pair it with a loose knitted sweater and a brooch to show your feminine charm. However, please note that whether it is silk, velvet or leather, try to avoid large areas. Choosing a skirt will make you fashionable and slimming.
3. Middle-aged women’s elegant and high-end clothing matching
1. Gentle and intellectual style: Xiaoxiangfeng knitted skirt
For middle-aged women Generally speaking, choosing a small fragrance item is very elegant. Its neat lines and exquisite silhouette can cover the figure well. Like this one, a pink knitted fragrant dress with black and white edges and a pearl necklace, which is elegant and elegant.
2. Fashionable and elegant style: pleated dress
This kind of “Issey Miyake” pleated clothing is very popular this year. For women with poor figure, this kind of design and A loose pleated dress can greatly modify our figure and look very fashionable.
3. Daily casual style: sweater + suit pants
For daily wear, the combination of sweater + cigarette pants is very suitable, casual but not Loss of sophistication. If your style is more casual, then choose a pair of white shoes or loafers; if you want to be more elegant and intellectual, then you can choose a pair of short heels to increase your aura.
4. Smart workplace style: suit + dress
For women in the workplace who want to be more aura but still feminine, suit + The matching of the dresses is very suitable. One is capable and the other is intellectual. They collide with each other to create a capable aura while still being charming and gentle.
Okay, that’s all the content of this issue. Seeing clothes is like seeing people. In many cases, your clothes are your endorsement. If you are impeccably dressed, people will remember the person in the clothes. If the clothes are shabby, then people can only remember the clothes.
