Think Outside The Box With Your Party Clothes

We all have certain styles that we tend to gravitate toward, weather it be preppy, goth or hipster. But after a while, it’s easy to get stuck in a style rut, and even the most dedicated goth can find joy in a white cardigan. They key is to strike a balance between your taste and something new so you don’t feel like you stepped out of someone else’s closet.

It’s good to switch up your style every now and then, and there’s no better place to do so than a relaxed setting like a party. Below, we’ve gathered a few if/then style scenarios to get you started.

If your style is ladylike and Grace Kelly is your muse, then try going a bit more edgy by introducing a biker jacket into the mix. And by wearing it with a lace dress and layered pearls, you can still stay true to your classy style.

If you’re a self-professed tomboy, take a break from the jeans and T-shirts and wear a denim dress to the party. It’s still in line with your sporty aesthetic and it’ll pair nicely with a pair of high-top sneakers in the color of your choosing.

If you live for polo shirts, pastel cardigans and tartan, then find new inspiration with a pair of studded army boots reminiscent of ‘90s grunge. Surprise your friends when you show up wearing these boots, jeans and your signature preppy button-up under a crew-neck sweater.

If your closet is full of neutrals and structured sheaths, then inject some color into your minimalist life with a red jumpsuit and low-key accessories like a white clutch and stud earrings.

If you wish to see what life is like on the other side of black leather and spikes, then opt for a strapless, leopard-print midi dress. The dress adds a touch of elegance, while the leopard-print still speaks to the punk rocker in you.

Getting dressed—and partying for that matter—should be fun. Keep these tricks in mind the next time you feel like breaking free from your style routine.

You'll never know if you like it until you wear it.

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