We know that making the switch to modest fashion can be challenging. Current fashion trends, stores, and clothes are not often the most catering to the modest fashion look. However, whether you are a new hijabi or are a girly looking to start dressing more modestly, we have got your back!
Here are some modest fashion tips & tricks to get your modest fashion journey started with ease, style, and flare!
1) When in doubt, stick to basics
Build your modest fashion foundation with wardrobe basics like classic tees, bodysuits, tank tops, long-sleeved tops, and more. Invest in comfortable basics that stand out for their quality, versatility, longevity, and timelessness, and play around with different fabrics, materials, and styles for a chic and modern variety.
Fill your wardrobe with your staple color essentials like black, brown, white, navy, grey, and nude, for pieces that will always match with any outfit and complete any look. These wardrobe staples will also help you play around with layering and experiment with different styles.
Tips
- Found a style and fabric you like? Get it in 4 colors
- Play around with different cuts, fabrics, styles and more for your wardrobe basics. Include a variety of fitted, loose, short sleeve, long sleeve, cotton, and stretchy tops.
- Stay away from currently trending styles, and opt for more classic timeless pieces that will forever fit any look.
2) Layer with confidence
While layering often gets a bad rep amongst modest girlies, playing around with different outerwear, underlayer, and accessory options can really help elevate your modest fashion look.
The trick to layering with confidence is to stick to lighter and more breathable layers. Adding more linen, cotton, bamboo, chiffon, or modal to your wardrobe can make a world of difference for your style. Not only will these layering styles and fabrics keep you cool during the warmer months, they will also help you keep and repurpose your previous wardrobe.
Playing around with different outerwear, underlayers, and more can help you restyle your old clothes without breaking the bank.
Tips
- Pair your favorite old mini or midi dress with a maxi skirt underneath for a fashion forward and modest look.
- Layering isn’t just with clothes! Play around with accessories, necklaces, scarves, shawls, hats, bags, and more for a stylish put together look.
3) Play around with slip dresses
Looking for something easy, modest, and stylish to throw on when you are making a quick grocery store run? Then slip maxi dresses are what you need. Embrace the lightweight and comfortable feel of slip dresses, both perfect for standalone wear or layering. With long sleeve styles, high necklines, and maxi designs, slip dresses are the perfect go-to piece for every modest girl.
Just throw on this dress on you way out the door, and let the elegance and simplicity of your outfit speak for itself. Dress up your basic slip dress with accessories or layers, or dress it down with sneakers and a chiffon hijab.
Tips
- Pair your slip dress with a matching open abaya for a modest and stylish look
- Turn your slip dress into a top and skirt! Throw on your favorite jumper, sweater, or blouse on top of your slip dress for a while new look.
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