How to Recreate a Celebrity or Character’s Outfits in Real Life (5 Must-Know Tips)
Plan ahead to make sure you can actually wear these outfits in your everyday life!
Tip #2 – Look in your closet first and the store second.
Contrary to what you might think, you do not have to go broke to recreate celebrity outfits or dress like your favorite characters! Here’s how I approach this, as someone on a definite budget.
Whenever possible, I try to marry the inspiration source with things I already have. First I think, which of this character or celebrity’s outfits could I create with the pieces I already own? And then I go from there.
Sometimes, I do choose to buy new items to round out my looks. Whenever I buy something new, it’s almost always an item I have been thinking about for a very long time. This helps me make the most of a limited budget and get the most bang for my buck.
Also, you might be surprised at what you already own! If you stumble across something you don’t have and want to buy, take a breather, open your closet and see if there’s anything similar that would still work for the look. The two main reasons for this are:
- There’s no need to spend your money on something that you might already have but forgot about. (We all do it.) And you don’t want to spend on an item that you might never wear again!
- Fashion is one of the most polluting industries in the world. Finding an affordable dupe for a trendy item is great, but you will probably find it in a fast fashion store, which is not great for the planet. (Not to mention your piece might fall apart after one wear.) Always shop your own closet first!
Of course, if you are sure there’s nothing in your closet, the item is something you want, and you will definitely wear it again, go for it. Just be mindful of what you have in your closet and take care of your money in the process.
