Form Your Own Style with Jeans

Whether you are on a budget or just looking for a way to take the stress out of looking good, having a few really good mix and match items in your wardrobe is a really great style solution. Our guide takes you through the essential items. One of these is a black skirt or pair of trousers. These are ideal as they can be worn with absolutely anything on top. You can dress them up for work with blouses or dress down with t shirts for a more casual look.

Another important item in you mix and match wardrobe is a really nice jacket. You could go something casual in linen, with light, neutral colors such as blue or grey. Alternatively, you could have a tailored blazer for a formal look that's perfect for the office. It's a good idea to buy something of good quality so it will last for ages and it can also be useful to go for a tailored jacket as this will ensure it flatters your shape.

Jeans are another great wardrobe staple as they can be worn for either formal or casual events. Dress them up with heels, a jacket and a nice top or go casual with t shirts and sneakers. Dark denim is especially great as it lends itself well to both smart and casual occasions and it also tends to hold its color really well. Choose from skinny jeans, bootlegs, straight legs or flares depending on your style - getting the right one means that you'll be able to wear them more.

It's also a really good idea to have a few statement tops in your wardrobe as you'll be able to wear these with jeans, skirts or pants. Find out which colors suit you best and then give some thought to style, such as whether you prefer V necks, crew necks or something else. Block colors are really good here as they never go out of style, but you can also add little bits of your personal taste, such as by layering lace or chiffon over a regular camisole.

It may seem something of a cliché, but having a little black dress in your mix and match wardrobe is a great idea. Not only will it be ideal for the office, but you'll also be able to wear it to all manner of formal occasions and events. Get a really good, well-tailored piece that will never go out of style and then add different flourishes to it depending where you're wearing it, such as silk scarves or a necklace and a little cardigan with heels.