Between rapid fire trends and a bottomless pit of clothing choices, managing wardrobe can feel like a burden. Plus, most of us are time-poor which makes prioritizing appearance feel frivolous. But polishing up your image is a form of self-care just as important as mental health, physical wellbeing and diet. It keeps personal goals aligned from the inside out and has the ability to persuade, attract and manifest our hopes and dreams — or, at the very least, inch closer toward them. If you’re wanting to feel more confident and put together, make the time for these quick and easy style hacks:

1. Pulled back hair
   Disheveled is never a good look. If your haircare routine is difficult to keep up with, try a slicked back look that’s timeless, flawless and super sophisticated. First determine if a middle part (oval and diamond shaped faces) or diagonal part (round and square shaped faces) is more flattering, then use tools like a wax stick and hairspray to smooth and slick. Style in a chignon at nape of neck or a braided ponytail if long, or slick back with a headband if short. It’s a quick fix, plus showcases your cheekbones giving your face a lift.

2. Statement sunglasses
   Glamorous sunglasses always add polish and sophistication. Invest in quality materials like heavyweight acetate or polished alloy, titanium or stainless steel metals. Choose timeless designs like over-sized statement styles, wayfarers or aviators and avoid conspicuous logos. To create a signature look, try novelty lenses like yellow, blue, green or mirrored for an extra splash of chic.

3. Power lip
   A power lip works wonders to elevate personal image. Find a statement color that best harmonizes with your skin tone, choosing blue-reds and berries for cool undertones and orangey-reds and corals for warm ones. Pair with fresh, minimalist tops like a clean white t-shirt or shirting to keep the look uncluttered and your statement lip sophisticated, not over overdone.

4. Uniform dressing
   Having a formulaic approach to dressing helps to economize time, effort and sanity. Try building templated looks for weekdays and weekends based on your optimal neutrals, accent colors and shapes. For a workwear uniform, stick with classic suiting but with an on-trend twist to keep it fresh — oversized blazer, ankle crop pants, ultra wide leg trouser — while always accentuating, minimizing or balancing features to optimize body shape. Keep it simple for an off-duty uniform with a one-and-done utility suit, romper or jersey jumpsuit. Accessorize with statement sneakers, quality sunglasses and a cropped puffer vest or jacket depending upon climate.

5. Wear a smile
   There’s no better accessory than a smile. Be sure to maintain regular teeth cleanings to maintain light and bright pearly whites, then smile often to project warmth, kindness and joy. You’ll be surprised how much goodness will start flowing your way.

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