Chic recyclers part 3: Manipulations

Hey all!

So this is PART 3 of my Chic-recyclers series. The first one was on accessories and the second one on DIY's. You can go through them here and here, respectively.   

I’m really excited about this post as this is one of my personal favourites. I love wearing my outfits differently. This is also because I’ve experienced having bumped into my vêtement-twins (I call them so because our outfits are identical head-to-toe), and as much as I’d like to act cool like men and not give a damn, let’s face it, for women, such moments are downright awkward! So, I’ve taken to manipulating my outfits. This way you add your own touch to your outfit, and that not only makes it stand out, but also, it’s more you!

Here, take a look at how I wear my aquamarine UMM tunic…

Chic recyclers part 2: DIY's

DIY’s are my personal favourite. I just converted my boring tee into a sexy corset back tee. Here’s what it looks like-

And here’s the link to the video I learnt it from-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL1hR4j4mhE

There is a plethora of videos on youtube on how to DIY your tees. Since the first video, I have fallen in love with this method. I took inspiration from videos on DIY tees and went on a step further. Here’s what I did to my old pair of leggings-

Chic-recyclers Part 1: Accessories

I happened to read an article on Miss Malini's blog about being 'chiconomical', i.e. being chic while being economical, and thought of coming up with a post (or series of posts) on wardrobe recyclers that are economical yet fashionable.

Here's the link to her post...
http://www.missmalini.com/2012/06/20/are-you-chiconomical/

In her post she shows us the example of la belle Duchess of Cambridge and her creative recyclers. And yes, she DOES add the chic in economical!
This brings me to mention how a lot of us shy away from doing a repeat, especially on occasions. Recycling isn't synonymous to anti-fashion, rather, isn't it more creative to repeat an outfit without it looking the same as when worn previously?

I second Malini when she says 'Accessorize!'. Oh yes, accessories can make or break an outfit, and can completely change the look.
 
Take a basic white dress for example. The dress by itself with maybe just a clutch and a neck piece makes for a good brunch outfit. Now, glamoufy that by simply tying a satin sash around the waist, and say adding some red to your lips and flouncing those lashes with some long lash mascara! Dainty little woman to Diva, eh? And that too in less than a minute! That's the power of accessories!