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how to put together an outfit 101

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how to put together an outfit 101

5,432,775 views October 25, 2019 12:25

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In brief

This beginner’s guide breaks down how to combine everyday pieces into polished looks, with a focus on balancing patterns, colors, and textures. Ashley demonstrates five distinct outfits—from casual basics to bold punk and oversized styles—using affordable and thrifted finds. Perfect for anyone looking to refresh their wardrobe with confidence.

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What types of clothing are used in these outfits?

The outfits feature a mix of basics (sweaters, jeans, skirts) and statement pieces (plaid pants, leather jackets, oversized blazers), with some thrifted and affordable options included.

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OUTFIT INFO LINKED BELOW ⇩⇩⇩
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welcome to outfit styling 101. your TA will be handing out your syllabus shortly. topics covered on your final include tips for styling patterns, mixing colors and textures, and dressing up a basic outfit.

① BASIC AF
sweater: urban outfitters (sold out, similar: bit.ly/2OhZf7m)
jeans: re/done (bit.ly/2zjZxQR)
belt: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2Cc7ZF9)
boots: nasty gal (sold out, similar: bit.ly/2yKPhSb, bit.ly/2EnnlJE)
scrunchie: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2EWhVWa)
earrings: en route (bit.ly/2Rs0RZg, use code BESTDRESSED for 20% off)

② STYLING A PLAID SKIRT
tan sweater: everlane (bit.ly/2ESz2b9, more affordable: bit.ly/2CWAoPU)
plaid skirt: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2yxHgPP)
jacket: thrifted (similar: bit.ly/2zjDcTy)
socks: amazon (amzn.to/2A5PGzY)
boots: nasty gal (sold out, similar: bit.ly/2yKPhSb, bit.ly/2EnnlJE)
earrings: en route (bit.ly/2Rs0RZg, use code BESTDRESSED for 20% off)

③ PLAYING WITH COLOR
dress: urban outfitters (on sale! bit.ly/2Rt92Vg)
blouse: thrifted
corduroy heels: topshop (bit.ly/2CVmm0L)
over the knee boots: zara (go.zara/2EWGrXl, more affordable: bit.ly/2RciL2j)
earrings: en route (bit.ly/2Rs0RZg, use code BESTDRESSED for 20% off)

④ PUNK ROCK PANTS
plaid pants: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2RtvAVR)
top: forever 21 (similar: bit.ly/2DjiYOl, bit.ly/2QbCcIh)
leather jacket: asos (similar: bit.ly/2AFFwGc, bit.ly/2AFD2Yx)
earrings: mejuri (bit.ly/2xlr6M3)
dr martens vintage 1460s (bit.ly/2SihDeP, or a slightly cheaper option: bit.ly/2EWHYg3)

⑤ OVERSIZED BLAZER
blazer: zara (bit.ly/2CSr2nY)
leopard turtleneck: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2SCvNHF)
skirt: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2Pvp0Bb)
belt: urban outfitters (bit.ly/2Cc7ZF9)
earrings: mejuri (bit.ly/2xlr6M3)
socks: amazon (amzn.to/2A5PGzY)
boots: nasty gal (sold out, similar: bit.ly/2yKPhSb, bit.ly/2EnnlJE)

F A Q
what’s your name? ashley
what’s your instagram? @best.dressed
how old are you? 20
how tall are you? 5'5"
what’s your ethnicity? half british and half burmese
what equipment do you use to film?
➭ camera: amzn.to/2Nb0W1z
➭ lens: amzn.to/2JiSrz7
➭ vlog camera: amzn.to/2DfL4cZ
➭ voiceover mic: amzn.to/2msu7Bo
➭ on camera mic: amzn.to/2QHfZBU
➭ editing: final cut pro

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bestdressed published this 12:25 video tutorial on October 25, 2019. It has been watched 5,432,775 times on YouTube.

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