Chic, – a familiar word in fashion and lifestyle , often misused and misunderstood. Chic /ΚiΛk/ means stylish and elegant. The Chic style then has to do with anything stylish, clean, flawless and sophisticated. It’s a lifestyle. Chic , in fashion is also pretty much polished and elegant looks .
It is usually perceived as a expensive, monotonous and unrealistic to some extent.
But what is chic really about?
- Chic is minimal.
The chic style is not loud or extremely. It’s creating simple looks with little effort. This has got to do with pieces with neutral tones and toned down or little patterns. Loud and colourful patterns scream, but they don’t scream chic. Opting for stripes , animal patterns (like zebra/leopard prints) and other simple and toned down colors does it.
β’ Chic is not expensive
The chic style goes beyond having all the designer shoes,bags and suits and dressing in head to toe designer brands. Though it may count , it doesn’t guarantee how elegant you’d look. I’ve seen people being adorned in million dollar clothes but end up looking tacky. How well pieces are mixed and matched together to create sophisticated yet clean appearance is what makes chic
β’ Well tailored and quality pieces .
Tailored clothes , I would say are the foundation of elegant fashion. They are adjusted to fit perfectly – not to tight not too loose. Also investing in timeless quality staples is the best. Tailored +Quality =luxurious and classy yet elegant .
β’ It is versatile
Chic is often perceived to be a strict and an inexpressive aesthetic . And as this kind of style which makes you look too professional, sophisticated, stuck up and serious. This is actually not so. This style is very expressive and versatile. You can make it your own . – from casual outgoing like to high-end official.
Consider these:
- Playing around with other neutrals like beige,grey and coffee.
- Outfits with shades of one colour
- Light pastels like blush
- Print accessories
- Scarlett, emerald,wine,the blues
β’ Cohesion and harmony
Anything from hairstyle to shoes which is being put together for chic must not be in competition for attention. Each individual piece must bring out and accentuate your beauty while complementing one another to achieve elegance.
β’ Chic is a lifestyle…….it is confidence
Chic is a way life – being simple yet elegant. It is in the way you talk, walk and treat other people. It is working with the staples you have to elevate your sense of style. Above all, it is the confidence with which you carry yourself.
Chic is simple elegance ππ€
Elegance is when the inside is as beautiful as the outside
Coco Chanel
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