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3 old-fashioned fashion rules you'd better forget - Part 2
by Stephanie Vinzens
3 common fashion rules you should break
27-9-2024
Translation: Jessica Johnson-Ferguson
Rules are made to be broken – at least in fashion. If you’re sticking to the following three, you’re missing out.
Some practices persist even though they’re very outdated – even in the world of fashion. Breaking away from old conventions and owning your own style is a far more exciting option. What was considered a no-go yesterday could become a trend today and even the new norm tomorrow. So don’t let outdated rules limit your style. Here come three rules that are ready to be broken:
1. Black and dark brown don’t go together
Black and dark brown, once a fashion taboo, is one of the most popular colour combinations this autumn. It’s hard to say why this duo was deemed ugly in the first place. And why it’s back with a vengeance. The brown gives the black a warm touch, not to mention how understated and stylish the mix is. The combination looks particularly nice if you bring different textures and materials such as wool, leather and denim into play.
2. Silver and gold jewellery shouldn’t be combined
Are you despairing over the fact that your silver belt buckle doesn’t match your gold earrings? Stop. Mixing gold and silver’s no longer a fashion faux pas – on the contrary. It can even give your look a modern twist. If you still have reservations, there are simple tricks to make the mix look sophisticated and harmonious.
One way is to pick up the combination in another part of your outfit. Going back to the example of the silver belt buckle and gold earrings, you could simply wear gold and silver rings with it. Or go for a piece of jewellery that combines both tones.
3. Belts and shoes should be the same colour
The rule that belts and shoes need to match hails from classic men’s fashion. These days, the boundaries between formal and casual wear are becoming increasingly blurred. That makes this rule one you can bend. Bypassing it gives you creative freedom and allows you to create an individual look that shows off your personality.
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