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Styling Tips: How to Mix High and Low Fashion

Styling Tips: How to Mix High and Low Fashion

The line between high-end luxury items and accessible streetwear continues to blur, giving rise to the art of “high-low” fashion. This trend embraces a mix of investment pieces with affordable staples, creating a balanced, stylish look that’s as unique as it is economical. You, too, can master the high-low mix and make fashion statements that resonate with both luxury and practicality by following these tips.


1. Start with Staples

The bedrock of any high-low ensemble begins with your staple items. For the high part, invest in timeless pieces like a great pair of designer jeans, a standout dress, or a luxury handbag—items that often come with a higher price tag but justify their cost through their durability and versatility. Your low-fashion items can be trendy pieces from fast-fashion brands, seasonal accessories, or even playful graphic tees that keep the look fresh and anchored in the current zeitgeist.

2. Master the Mix

The key to mastering the high-low mix is balance. Pair a basic white T-shirt from a high street brand with a designer blazer. The idea is to allow each piece to complement the other rather than compete. For instance, a lush silk scarf can elevate an ensemble of unassuming basics, while a statement designer shoe can turn heads even if the rest of the outfit came off a clearance rack.

3. Play with Patterns and Textures

Mixing high and low is also about playing with patterns and textures to create visual interest. A brocade skirt from a luxury brand can beautifully contrast with a simple cotton top from a mass-market store. Leather and denim, silk —these juxtapositions make an outfit exciting and eye-catching. Remember, textures can add as much value to your appearance as a splash of expensive fabric.

4. Accessorise Wisely

Accessories are the easiest and often most cost-effective way to mix high and low fashion. A well-chosen piece of jewelry, an expensive pair of sunglasses, or an artisanal handbag can elevate any outfit. Conversely, playful costume jewellery can add a fun twist to a more subdued or upscale look.

5. Know When to Splurge and When to Save

Developing a keen sense of what to buy high and what to buy low is crucial. Invest in high-quality basics that will last and will stay in style. Save on trendy or seasonal items—like bold, of-the-moment prints or ultra-trendy shapes that may not stand the test of time.

6. Personalise Your Palette

Embrace your personal style. The high-low mix has no one-size-fits-all formula; it’s about what works for you. You may be someone who loves a splash of colour, or perhaps understated chic is more your vibe. Whichever it is, make sure your high-low selections reflect your individuality.



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