5 Tips To Always Look Chic On Any Budget

[@adriennecruz3843]

This is like a master class in classic dressing in less than ten minutes. So helpful and great advice for timeless yet modern looks. The video presentation visuals including details such as subtitles are also well-chosen and somehow calming and reassuring to watch. Keep it coming -- your viewers are enjoying immensely your more-frequent and right on-topic videos!

[@eggegg8181]

There’s a part of me that wants to wear very classic and neutral (my usual style and what I’m more comfortable in) but there’s also a part of me that wants to wear some crazy prints and accessories just for the fun of it.

[@Bonnieerina]

I loved this! I have only recently began shopping secondhand and I’m hooked. On my last outing, I was able to find a silk button down top and a cashmere turtleneck for $10 each, a wool Rag & Bone sweater for $6, a Northface winter parka for $25, and AG jeans for $6. I used to waste so much money on fast fashion but now when I look on my wardrobe, I’m truly excited over each piece I’ve curated.

[@linedallaire9631]

I totally agree with you.....thrift shopping is the way to go 🤗

[@karelmillard9854]

This how I do it, as well! It’s so satisfying! 😊

[@teresajohnstone7111]

I am in my late 70s, and your advice is so right!!! I have classic jackets in my wardrobe that has now come back into fashion.. Blazer, woollen check jacket, trench jacket... Brilliant. Personally I don’t think they ever go out of fashion... Just love your great advice!!

[@joysoul4089]

1. Move to a cooler climate, away from the tropical heat and humidity 2. Lose 40 pounds

[@peytonplace3335]

It’s so much easier to put together a stylish wardrobe if you have a need for a long trench coat or sweaters, Neither of which you need,in the southern United States.

[@amandaavia]

@@peytonplace3335 underrated comment

[@Karina-hw3dd]

@@peytonplace3335 too cold is also not great, because you always need so many layers, that it's hard to create outfits that look good and will also keep you warm. Something I struggle with daily 🥲

[@prettytalia143]

@@Karina-hw3dd I thought the same thing, but then I discovered Erin Busbee’s KZbin channel. She has great videos on how to layer up in cold climates, but still look fashionable, not frumpy. Look up her “Don’t Look Frumpy” video.

[@lesliew398]

What are your favorite blue denim jeans ? Thanks!

[@fififinance7469]

Don’t save what’s left after spending, but spend what’s left after saving - W .Buffett👍

[@mortedifamme2793]

Brilliant!

[@happy_nancy4530]

Paisley, plaids, and "old fashioned" florals in classic colors are also good prints to add via a scarf or a blouse, to add some interest to a minimalist outfit.

[@jodeemapoe9032]

I am so glad to have found someone who enjoys the same colours as I do but doesnt look like all these other influencers wearing neutrals. I was told MY ENTIRE LIFE to "wear more colour" and I allowed myself to be bullied into buying colourful clothes that are just sitting in my wardrobe getting no use.

[@OWB-ml2ux]

And this is why you’re awesome. Good, solid, practical advice, without any faff!! ❤️

[@madihahqureshi9510]

I have to agree 100% 🤍

[@laurend.tamayo2186]

Absolutely, couldn't agree with you more.

[@iva6728]

You really do have an impeccable style.

[@brightside119]

Exactly what I needed to see/hear Emma! Thank you! I feel like I’ve forgotten how to dress since lockdown, I feel like I’ve lost my style and I’ve been living in sweats to WFH. This is the help I need 😁😁👌🏼💕

[@andreaturner2472]

Excellent. Love your style. But I love a floral dress, either with plimsoles & straw bag for summer or boots,tights and leather jacket for cooler months. Agree on sunglasses !

[@mauzoomauzoo]

1. classic & mininal colour palette Camel-black, tan-navy, black-white, beige-black 2:38 2. caring of ur clothes & accessories 3. less is more : 3 colour per outfit 4. sunglasses 5. tailoring

[@rhulballroomandlatin]

Would say I have a fairly neutral palette, with the one off instance of red. Find it works equally well with black and navy, and is a really versatile and sexy colour to have in your wardrobe!

[@marylhere]

My great aunt always said everything needs a touch of red. I think she is that Cardinal that sits outside my window in the dead of winter. I wore red shoes today and thought of her.

[@shirleymclean5895]

Agree, stylish as always! 'Others' bung on some dubious items, telling us it's the next big thing, then you notice that several other vloggers are pushing the same piece🙄Our Emma, knows her stuff!👍

[@lyndadale6255]

I use old sweaters / cardigans and old cushions to pad out my bags, less messy than paper etc. Nice easy advice, thank you.

[@joannachimonides3644]

I agree but with age too much of a black colour can make you look sad and tired. Also you need to check if your skin tone type is warm or cool then you wear warm blue or cold navy blue, warm red or dark cool red.

[@WAG24205]

And that is what I never did! Pad my handbags when storing and now they’ve creased. And that is so discouraging. Lesson learned though. Thank you for all the great tips.

[@carlsenlifeafter60carlsen11]

I would love to know how to look chic when it’s 115° outside. And you don’t go outside very often . I live in the California desert where it’s very hot and we’re having a extremely hot summer. I wear dresses mostly because that’s all that’s comfortable. I love your videos !

[@IamMagsB]

exactly!

[@Ni_kki__]

I’m with you Emma as long as you have the right accessories you can change an outfit completely! 👍🏻

[@monica4158]

Totally random, but ehen this whole covid thing is over, I'd love to see you take a subscriber shopping and give them a make-over on a budget. That'll be fun to watch!

[@labradormom3656]

I’d love that too! Take a mid budget subscriber and recreate some key looks.

[@rachaeljones5767]

Thank you for the heads up on the protector spray i never thought of using it on bags and my Fossil are 100% leather so worth the extra TLC . your past video about your bobbler changed my life and i will be used soon when i start to wear my jumpers x

[@EmmaMartinaSweden]

Tip for trainers: A simple way to change your look is to buy shoelaces in different colours! When I wear a red lipstick I use red shoelaces etc.

[@paulina_bajor]

Morning joga - checked, warm water with lemon and honey - checked, video from Emma - checked checked checked !!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

Great tips Emma!!! So glad I found your channel. I'm just beginning my wardrobe decluttering and embracing a more minimalistic approach to my style. I cleaned out my entire closet yesterday and am looking forward to getting a few more classic pieces like blazers and cashmere sweaters (or jumpers as you call them). I recently retired and am passing a lot of my former work clothes on to ladies that can get some use out of them. I'll probably binge watch a lot of your videos today.

[@Rellennn]

This is such a brilliant video - thanks Emma! 💕 Would you consider doing a video on minimal chic dressing for an evening occasion (date night, dinner with the girls)? I know I would personally find this useful as I think evening wear can be much harder to find the pieces that are chic/expensive/minimal looking . 🧐

[@deniseatthelake]

You have impeccable taste and style in putting outfits together, best put together clothing capsule I have seen anywhere, thanks!

[@hoikatia]

speaking of minimalism, please do a closet declutter video if youve been planning to do one!

[@Mia-ny3vo]

I wear my sunglasses all year long - rain or snow or whatever, this is essentially one thing I can't leave home without. Great tips! I love your minimalist style!

[@fuilik1]

Really? Even in winter when it’s snowy or in the morning?

[@Dream1711msn]

Why do I always get excited when one of your videos come out? Because they are awesome, straight to the point, useful and I just love your personality ☺️ So nice to see you back on youtube although I'm a big fan of your 2 IGs . Best 9 minutes of my day! Have great day and regards from Belgium 🇧🇪

[@melsrtn3804]

Thanks for all those tips that’s very helpful as always ! Oh god I miss your videos sooo much you have no idea! Can’t wait to see you and Simon together in a video !! Have a good day !

[@tamikaleeryker]

This is how I've always dressed. It's easy and looks classic and classy. LOVE watching you

[@saffronhadleyrendle9520]

Totally understand that you're doing what is best for you at the moment and that is the most important! But I am definitely looking forward to future vlogs whenever that may be! They were always my fave vids x

[@TheSwimmom1]

I once heard that to look chic dress in the colours a mercedes comes in. Black,white, Grey, Beige, Navy and sometimes Red Regarding missing buttons, if it is a high end garment some companies will sell you buttons if you contact them.

[@evimbourger]

Or you take them into the shop and they’ll retouch it for free if it’s minor.

[@neshafisher2790]

I started buying second hand because of you, ended up buying a vintage Burberry wool mazy blazer for £30, I’m hooked! Thank you ❤️

[@christia0873]

Hi i wanted to start buying second hand. Where do you shop? Online?

[@jasminetyxo]

This is so helpful! I just realized how many of your outfits on Pinterest I have saved, so happy I found your channel 🖤

[@anmolkaur4075]

All quarantine I have been watching a lot of fashion statement/tips videos and you are my favorite 100%!

[@christinam2017]

The most useful video ❤️ I love it and I am so happy that you come back!!❤️

[@YokabedVlog]

I really think green looks good on you💚 specifically dark green like leaves

[@janeseemann2527]

I’m addicted to pattern. I create a lot of problems for myself when I’m trying to pull an outfit together... I probably need to have a little clear out and then a basics/block colour shop up when (Melbourne) lockdown is over.

[@bodelian2742]

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[@camdynzaid24]

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[@bodelian2742]

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[@camdynzaid24]

@Bode Lian happy to help :D

[@737700flygirl]

Love this, Emma. Excellent advice, well explained, beautiful examples. I kept pausing the video to look at the inserted stills, just so so good. Also: really appreciate that there's no hard sell here (you never do that anyway, just seen it a lot lately on some other channels and it's so grating). Thank you :D xo

[@dmdm3294]

I’ve seen this vídeo for 10 times and I am not tired of repeating it. The most elegant style I’ve never seen.

[@lisap9057]

Love your style. So glad that you’re back❤️

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I like to pad my bags with a custom-size roll of bubble wrap I get plenty of pieces from online shopping deliveries). It’s just one single piece of material that way, and I hate transferring, and dropping, all those separate pieces of tissue pieces. I live in a dry climate, so it’s fine, but for bags that get moist, I’d use paper to absorb the moisture, then change it out if it gets damp.🙂

[@charlotteroseclay]

Love it! I’m always very neutral but I LOVE that three colour rule, definitely going to be sticking to that one from now on!!

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

Well there’s no doubt in my mind that you always look chic. This is wonderful advice. I love the three colour maximum as I really do think that keeps an outfit classy. Also no prints make a big difference in keeping an outfit streamlined and chic. As always Emma great advice.😊💖🙏

[@EmA-sm8se]

Your sense of style is perfection!

[@blanca2301]

I like 2 colors per outfit. Even as an elementary kid. Can be different hues of a color... but 2 colors. (Except when I wear a flowery or small patterened dress). I worked for Pantone and I was lucky enough to learn about color. Tom Ford, for the most part, follows 2 color "rule".

[@cheekyllamacreations]

I agree, you don’t need to splurge too much to look chic. You make it look so easy too! With regard to the handbag storage, I also agree don’t cram them together as I ruined an Oroton handbag by leaning another handbag up against it in the wardrobe and the buckle of the other bag became imprinted into the leather of the Oroton. I completely ruined it 🙁

[@chrissapap7656]

Hi Emma! I agree with your points for a chic look and I would add that good posture and good manners are also essential to looking classy and put together. Also, expensive items may look effortlessly chic because of better tailoring and fabric, but only if they are well-cared for, as you mentioned. Designer handbags, shoes or coats will look cheap if they are worn out. What's the point of holding onto a tattered coat or bag even if it's designer, just for the sake of it? One thing I have been trying to do lately is look carefully at my wardrobe items and assess what I have before rushing to buy new ones. I donate what no longer fits or suits my style, which makes me happier and gives my wardrobe more room. Smart combinations of outfits are also the way to go, as you show in your videos. A different handbag or a pair of shoes and jewellery will transform any look. Btw thank you for continuing with your videos 😊 Please do more vlogs!!!

[@kerrynhampton4268]

Love minimalist styling. It truly is classy and timeless. I have about 4 patterned items in my entire wardrobe. The one thing I need to be careful with though is too much black. I am ‘cooling off’ as I get older and have to limit it a little or consign it to skirts and pants. On the upside, off whites and soft camels, along with a sneaky sky blue give me some lift

[@antoniaMBTS]

Excellent points....I'm really loving the minimal palette and suddenly feel the need to go through my closet again and downsize more! I could totally adopt the basic colors rule!!

[@dooham1383]

Can you do a video on how you care for your cashmere, merino wool and wool knits? Unless you dry clean them. Thx!

[@EmmaHill]

Hi I did cover this in a caring for my clothes video earlier in the year if you want to check it out ❤️

[@agnesnathalie]

I get ridiculed for wearing sunnies during winter but I don't care 😂 I love a pair of sunglasses with any outfit, it really spices things up 👌🏻

[@EmmaHill]

Everyday is a sunglasses day 👍

[@elainewang9419]

Wearing sunglasses during and after a heavy snowfall is actually a very good way to protect your eyes from the reflected light of the snow. Since the snow is white it reflects all the light that shines on it, which could be very bright and possibly harmful for your eyes. I don't know if you get a lot of snow where you live, but sunglasses are winter essentials for me here in upstate new york since we get so much snow every year!

[@elizabethsmith1803]

My eyes are dreadfully light sensitive so they prevent pathetic runny peepers.

[@nickyodujirin]

Elaine Wang yes exactly! The brightness from the sun and snow combo hurts my eyes even more than the summer sun does.

[@LivingForThis]

It's called sunglasses not summerglasses, I wear mine when there is ... sun !

[@paulacarter9498]

All excellent tips. Thank you. I have two pairs of sunglasses I flip flop around. Large, round black ones and gold aviator; both Ray Ban with polarized lenses and classically chic.

[@Katrn30]

I needed this video a few years ago...I have too many clothes I don’t wear. I am going to apply this advice going forward.

[@1Mybosslady]

Love this and totally agree about the sunglasses. They really protect your face from wrinkles!

[@janicevin4207]

I would add ironing! a simple white cotton shirt looks perfectly chic if impeccably ironed.

[@janicevin4207]

@@lucybraun8969 I don't own a steamer yet, may be a future investment!!!

[@corinaaq.3194]

Oh yes! This is like a master class in classic dressing in less than ten minutes. Keep going!

[@LisaIsabelle]

Awesome styling guide, Emma! This is very curated and exactly the type of wardrobe I wanna build for myself. The only thing I like to add to my wardrobe are well selected music t-shirts. I usually stick to the classics (that I also love!) such as the Rolling Stones, Bowie, the Beatles, and so on. I wear them moderately and usually with a blazer for the chic factor. I know you're not a big fan of prints, but you can't go wrong with them imo. ♥

[@EmmaHill]

I am a little partial to the band tee and a blazer, its just slogans Im not a fan of 🤣🙈

[@albams1730]

WOOOOOOOOOWWWW, I love every outfit, so beautiful!!!!!!!

[@48mavemiss2]

One of the few creators I don’t skip the intro lol. I love your voice Emma!

[@Frick_79]

Advice that’s helpful, not overly complicated and achievable for everyone. I took a couple of screenshots for inspo 😉 All classic palettes that never go out of style and provide endless options if you’re mixing them up with some fun accessories. Great editing too Simon 👍🏻. X

[@EmmaHill]

❤️

[@simoncreasey4067]

Thank you 😁

[@rodequis6014]

Emma, wow, u look great on all those outfits. Yes, less is more.

[@eleanorbesly9868]

Great video, Emma. Solid advice, lots of fabulous examples, and not taking it all too seriously. So glad to have you back! 👏

[@nettipush12]

The Sunglasses thing is genius. I adopted this immediately.Thank you.

[@Greenohlover]

How I wish this video was available at my 20s lol. Thank you for sharing Emma. My favorite youtuber!

[@lfavre7]

Emma, I love love love your videos! Your style inspire my so much. Thank you!!! I have a tip for the padding of your bags: I put all the papers in a dustbag that fits into the bag, that way I just have to take out the dustbag when I want to wear it, and I’m good to go.

[@EmmaHill]

Great tip, I love it ❤️

[@soullacharalambous6553]

Very helpful tips Emma!! You are always chic and stylish!!! I like very much your secondhand buys, especially your bags!! xxx

[@rueystocking9045]

This was exactly what I needed to hear, thank you!!!

[@beatereese656]

You are absolutely right. I agree with you that tailoring and caring for clothes is already a big part of looking chic.

[@paolaalviz7104]

Thank you!✨great tips!! especially the shoes I totally agree, you can’t look good if shoes are dirty 🤭. You’re so elegant, even the editing of your videos are 😎

[@renasiegel]

great video, as always 👍❤️ and of so much real value - i recently lost a very much loved (but not so often used) bag due to not stuffing it 😭

[@lenabo6611]

I love your style so much. It's chic and actually wearable. There is simply no place for a mini skirts in an office. :D

[@bridgetdickert5040]

Great video! I’m going to be a bit presumptuous and add to your storage/care tips. If you pad out bags with tissue, use acid free tissue paper. The regular gift wrap type tissue, over time, will degrade cloth, felt or suede linings. Admittedly it takes quite a long time for the damage to set in, but if, like me, your handbag collection goes back 20 years, it can be an issue. My second tip (and both tips come from DISASTROUS experience), would be storage of garments, especially woolens, in hanging bags. Avoid plastic zip hanging bags and go for cotton or cotton canvas. Better summertime moth protection, and all year round dust and odor protection. Plus plastic does nasty things to fabric, especially luxury fabric. Can’t wait for the release of your blazer collaboration with The Curated. You look stunning as always!

[@carolinea8371]

This is so incredibly helpful! Thank you for the tips and suggestions Emma.

[@bitak2095]

Love love and more love!! 😍🥰

[@kamilabutler6383]

I adore this video! It reminds me of my friends from Voicely, they really help me to stop feeling loneliness!

[@joanannewallace]

Great advice but I find hard to stick with as I like flowered dresses and bright colours especially here in WA.

[@tracyhiggins8533]

Love your style Emma. It’s great to have you back 😊

[@houni1511]

My favourite videos! Get so much solid advice out of them!

[@samanthahemmann7395]

Yes!!! Thank you for posting this video - really helpful tips. Love your style and your no fuss approach.

[@koalanv]

Emma-- any chance you can show us how you store and care for your designer bags? Alwaays have a problem with how to store them so think that would be so helpful!!

[@elenaackers4848]

I love your videos - great, as always :)

[@inessantos4918]

Thank you so much for your wonderful tips! I have been struggling with anxiety and some days it gets hard to dress myself up and look my best, because i am too lazy for that. But you make it seem so simple to be stylish! I will follow your advice! PS: there is something about you that reminds me of Alex Turner from Arctic Monkeys! That cool relaxed way of speaking! Instant fan here

[@barbaralopes8820]

Your style is amazing! So inspiring ✨

[@sandrakayzie4279]

Loved this video! I am not a huge floral or pattern fan either unless it's minimal. Great tips!

[@marilynseptember21]

3 colour rule broken. I love multi-colour top or bottom but do use one colour to match. I also have been dying my hair. I used to wear a bright orange corduroy jacket during winter and look at the train platform to see black, navy blue, grey...I've moved to wine and brown now. I will still go to bright orange if I see something I really like. After years of depression, I just want to be happy in my colourful world. I can do black or muted colours a few times. For my first trip after this lockdown is truly over, I will do white, black and red 💞 to make packing and dressing up easy.

[@Malithi-P]

Those outfits were so amazing!!! X

[@liachatzi5897]

excellent video ! i totally agree with you ..i love simple patterns and basic colors . i see often ladies with expensive or" expensive type" clothes but their clothes are wrinkled or with holes or their shoes dirty .. this not chic at all.You have to repair and take of care your clothes and shoes . if you have always clean, repaired and ironed clothes and polished shoes you are always chic and elegant

[@bymillie]

Your style is perfection!!! Always stalking your Insta in the Autumn especially xxx

[@fortiesandfabulous2146]

I love your minimalist style Emma💓

[@janapeony8561]

love love these styles!!!

[@gemhay8896]

Wonderful, wonderful advice for always staying classy. Love your vibe of stylish, simply chic. Appreciate you so much!

[@jackieedwards7672]

just looking at this again. such fabulous advice

[@kimberlygould6839]

Your style is the best that I’ve seen on KZbin. New subscriber here!!!! Great video and now I’m inspired!!!!

[@EmmaHill]

Thank you and welcome to the channel ❤️

[@princessjulia5646]

Good morning Emma nice to see you back. I love this kind of video tips on style. Takecare

[@mario-qi3yw]

I really enjoy your videos. You do a wonderful job on reviewing and explaining outfits.

[@jfd1959]

It’s nice to see your humour peeking through again :)

[@beachkaka4738]

You are always so funny. Glad you are back. Have you thought about challenge yourself with only a few clothings for a week as a minimal enthusiast? ( I’ve seen a women challenged it for a year) I’ve been thinking about it but tbh it might get even more boring on myself, I would love to see how you would come up with some brilliant ideas if you wanna have a go.