4 Fashion Rules You Should Break
Looking at fashion throughout time, one thing is clear: there aren’t any rules… or at least there shouldn’t be! What is considered to be eye-catching or unusual now may have been completely normal at one point in history, so why should we adhere to rules that don’t really exist? Fashion is constantly changing and evolving, and it can feel difficult to keep up or feel boxed in by trends.
As Ena Pelly stockists, we celebrate how this brand is turning the fashion world on its head with their bold collections that are helping people to express their true selves. Here at Milc., we are saying goodbye to the rigid rules that have been imposed around fashion and we are embracing our differences through Ena Pelly clothing. For those of you who like to stand out when you dress up, we’re encouraging you to break these fashion rules and set your true style free.
“Staples Shouldn’t Be Expensive”
While it’s true that we can usually buy staple pieces of clothing from high-street brands for less than $5, that doesn’t necessarily mean that we should. Staple pieces are the items that will see the most wear, meaning they should be the most high-quality, durable items in your wardrobe. Most staple pieces are cheap because fast-fashion brands tend to cut costs by using low-quality, environmentally damaging materials. While this is more affordable in the short term, these products don’t last as long and end up costing more over time, both for you and for the planet.
As Ena Pelly stockists, Milc. is proud to be able to give our customers environmentally conscious staples that are made to last. Ena Pelly saw the negative effects that fast fashion was having on the planet, and they came up with the solution. They have created a range of sustainable pieces made from recycled cotton, ethically sourced leather, sustainable faux fur, and yarn made from recycled plastic bottles. They are committed to sustainability and finding solutions to the social and environmental problems fast fashion has created. Because of this, they are also proud members of 1% For The Planet, donating 1% of their sales to environmental groups that help to heal the earth. Ena Pelly refuses to cut corners to make a profit, and their thoughtful initiatives have resulted in clothes that are better for us and better for our planet.
“Short Girls Can’t Wear Maxis”
The idea that maxi dresses and skirts will overwhelm short girls and leave them looking lost in their clothes is one that has been widely accepted for years. However, we believe that anyone can wear anything as long as they feel confident while wearing it. Short girls can absolutely wear maxis, and they can look amazing in them too! In fact, if you style them right, you can completely flip the script and appear taller while wearing a maxi. Here are a couple of ways to make maxis work for you with Ena Pelly:
Opt for vertical stripes: When you choose vertical stripes over horizontal stripes, you can create an illusion that will make your body appear longer and thinner. This illusion is the perfect solution for any short girl looking to step into a maxi dress for the first time. Ena Pelly’s Compact Knit Tank, when paired with the matching long skirt, will help to make you look taller with its eye-catching vertical stripes. Hold your head high and feel confident in your clothes when you wear this sophisticated outfit.
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Show off a little leg: Get the best of both worlds when you opt for a maxi that still shows off your legs and makes them the main feature of your outfit. Any dress with a side split in it will help to ensure that you remain the star of the show. Avoid looking overwhelmed in your maxi and flaunt your figure in Ena Pelly’s Sloan Knit Dress. This stretch knit dress features a low front neckline and a cut out side split in the hem, allowing you to exude confidence and class whenever you wear it.
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Focus on the details: By wearing a dress that has eye-catching detailing, you can pull focus from the length of your maxi and draw attention to other aspects of your outfit. When a maxi has other interesting details, the length of the outfit can become the last thing people notice. Ena Pelly’s Billie Racer Rib Dress features cutouts at the sides of your waist, drawing the eye to the middle of the outfit and enhancing your natural figure.
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Let it flow: When you wear maxis that flow out at the ankle, it can become very easy to disguise heels and platforms, giving the wearer the illusion of longer legs. By appearing taller, maxis will look like a more obvious clothing choice for you to gravitate towards. When you use this tip, you can benefit from all the comfort maxis have to offer without worrying about tripping over your hem. Ena Pelly’s Cheetah Panelled Midi Skirt has enough flow to pull focus from your shoe choices, allowing you to stealthily add height.
“Don’t Mix Prints”
Mixing prints and patterns, while unconventional, can really add to an outfit if you manage to execute it right. By successfully combining more than one stand-out print, you can show that you have given your final look a lot of thought and consideration. At Milc., we encourage you to take your outfit to the next level by having the tenacity to add more than one print to a look. However, we know that getting this right can result in outfit clashes and draw people’s attention for all the wrong reasons. We’re here to show you how to mix prints in a way that makes you seem like a fashion pro instead of a fashion flop.
Break it up with a belt or block colour: When you combine more than one print, you can inadvertently merge the patterns together in a way that doesn’t work. One way to avoid this is by creating a break in your prints with a belt or a block colour. Ena Pelly’s Nyah Mini Skirt in Black is one great way to create separation between different styles. Combine fun tights with a patterned top, and successfully avoid an outfit clash when you add this stylish skirt into the mix.
Have a theme to the patterns: If your outfit has a theme, clashing prints will appear as a much more deliberate fashion choice. You can choose to mix varying plaid patterns, combine different prints in the same colour scheme, or link your prints any other way you’d like. Our favourite way to create coherence is to focus on one colour that remains consistent throughout your entire outfit. Achieve unity in your outfit with Ena Pelly. Combine their Cheetah Panelled Midi Skirt with their On Tour Tee in Honey Gold, and finish the look off with their Minimalist Faux Fur Jacket in Teddy. While the prints and textures of each clothing piece varies wildly, their warm golden tones help to unite them into one consistent outfit.
Mix bold prints with more subtle prints: One final way we love to sport more than one print is by mixing bold prints and patterns with more subtle ones to create a feature. Every piece of your clothing can differ, but if one piece stands out more than the others, there is less chance your outfit will clash. Pair bold trousers with finely patterned tops, or wear delicate dress designs with statement earrings and a stand out bag. Discover subtle prints and patterns with Ena Pelly’s Marni Cable Knit, Warped Logo Tee, or Compact Knit Tank. These choices provide the wearer with softer patterns designed to compliment their more bold wardrobe choices.
“Only Wear One Bright Colour At A Time”
Sticking to wearing one bright colour at a time is a fairly new concept that has only gained traction over the last decade or so. It can be easy to understand how this rule came about when looking back at past fashion eras. Avoiding colour seems justified when we consider trends like the overly busy outfits of the 80’s, or the more recent galaxy print obsession of the early 2010’s. However, avoiding bright colours altogether decreases our opportunity to be playful with our fashion and can leave things looking boring and monotonous. Fashion should be fun, and colour is not your enemy, so how can we style it in a way that breathes life into a look without leaning too far into clown chic?
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Pick out accent colours: If you have one particularly colourful piece that has the whole rainbow on it, it doesn’t mean your entire outfit has to follow suit. Pick one colour from your busy clothing item and make that the feature colour for all the other elements of your outfit. This will allow your brightly coloured clothing item to remain the focus while still allowing every other aspect of your outfit to be bright. Achieve a bright style with Ena Pelly’s range of vibrant block colours. Explore styles such as their Roll Neck Knit in Mustard, their Olsen Knit Cropped Tank in Royal Blue, their One Shoulder Rib Tank in Pine, and many more.
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Pair shades of colours together: One other effective way of wearing more than one colour at a time is by focusing on their shades and hues. Achieve order with multiple different colours by making your outfit all pastel, all neon, or all bold, vibrant shades. This will allow you to wear a wide range of different colours while still unifying your outfit and linking every piece of clothing together. Ena Pelly has a number of clothing options that abide by this rule. You can promote consistency while still exploring more than one colour with options like their Loui Faux Fur Jacket, their Block Floral Sweater, and their Yin Yang Sweatshirt.
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Pair complementary colours: When opting for more than one bright colour, it can be effective to stick to complimentary colour palettes, such as all warm, all cool, or all neutral tones. Pair bright reds with vibrant yellows, cool blues with cold purples, or leafy greens with golden browns to pull together a bright, colourful look that doesn’t look too busy. For a warm look, wear a pair of vibrant red trousers with Ena Pelly’s Roll Neck Knit in Mustard. Create cool tones with deep blue jeans and Ena Pelly’s Collegiate Logo Sweatshirt in Navy. Dive into a rich earthy colour palette with a rich green dress and Ena Pelly’s Cropped Puffer Jacket in Khaki Black.
Learn How To Break The Rules With Milc. Homewares, Your Local Ena Pelly Stockists
At Milc. Homewares, we have been fashion forward for nearly 20 years, encouraging our customers to make their own rules when it comes to how they want to dress. As Ena Pelly stockists, we are here to help as you mix bold prints and colours, finally wearing the things you’ve always wanted to, and rediscovering your personal style. Our commitment to providing our customers with thoughtfully designed clothing that takes risks led us to Ena Pelly Australia. To explore the Ena Pelly range for yourself, jump online and browse the collection at Milc.
