Are you fed up of feeling like you’re wearing your boyfriend’s clothes? Here are 5 ways his wardrobe can become yours… and no one will even know!
Rule of proportions
Streetwear is all about the baggy fit, but this can swallow your figure. For a balanced and feminine look try pairing oversized pieces with fitted pieces.
The look: Oversized graphic tee’s and hoodie’s paired with biker shorts or flares.
Alternatively: Wide-leg cargo’s paired with a tight bodysuit or cropped baby tee to highlight the waist.
Jewellery overload
High-shine accessories provide a delicate counterpart to the heavy, masculine silhouette of a boxy fit.
The detail: Layer a series of dainty necklaces or bracelets and rings – less is definitely not more!
Define the waist
Defining the waist helps maintain the feminine silhouette under the baggy fit.
The hack: Tuck oversized tee’s in at the front. This is called a ‘French tuck’ and helps accentuate the hourglass shape.
The accessory: Layer a chunky belt or corset top over a baggy tee.
Mixing textures
Femininity is often associated with softness. You can create balance by pairing ‘tough’ streetwear fabrics with ‘soft’ luxury fabrics.
The combo: Throw a heavy leather jacket or hoodie over a satin slip dress.
Alternatively: Pair a lace cami top or crop top with distressed cargo’s or jeans.
Shoe swap
Chunky trainers are the gold standard when it comes to streetwear. To inject feminine energy without compromising on the fit, try swapping the chunky trainers for something a little bit more girly.
The look: Take the same baggy cargo’s you wear everyday, and pair them with some pointed flats or strappy sandals. The sharpness of a pointed toe or daintiness of a strappy sandal elongates the leg and elevates a fit from ‘running errands’ to ‘going to dinner’.
Streetwear doesn’t have a gender, and it certainly doesn’t have to be ‘masculine’. Making streetwear feminine doesn’t mean compromising on comfort; it’s all about contrast. Balance proportions, shapes and textures and never underestimate the power of an accessory. Which of these tips will you try first?
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