How to Dress Softly
Many famous women, including former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and First Lady Michelle Obama, are known to dress softly. To dress softly is to wear clothing ensembles that are elegant, feminine and fashionable. The outfit should not be too extravagant but should be enough of a fashion statement to capture positive attention. There are a few important rules to keep in mind if you want to dress softly.
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Choose colors wisely. Soft colors include salmon pink, powder blue and ivory. White tops with polka dots in soft colors are also attractive choices if you like patterns.
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Pick a simple dress suit that includes a matching blazer and skirt along with a white or light-colored shirt. This is the most basic choice for a soft outfit.
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Wear pencil skirts. These skirts are simple yet stylish and accentuate your physique nicely. Make sure that the skirt comes to just above your knees or lower. It is important to be modest when dressing softly.
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Always wear sheer stockings that match your skin tone when you dress in soft ensembles, especially when wearing a skirt.
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Select clothing pieces that are loose fitting and flowing but that still show off your feminine figure. For example, skirts are preferable to pants when seeking a soft and feminine look, but a pair of loose-fitting dress pants and a rayon or silk blouse are also acceptable.
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Wear solid-colored pumps that are no higher than about 2 inches tall (kitten heels) or flats, which can be either plain or adorned. For example, a bow or jewel placed on the front of a pair of flats is fine.
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Wear shirts with ruffles around the collars. The ruffles accentuate feminine features and give you an approachable look.
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Avoid wearing sharp-edged, colorful or ornate hats. If you wear a hat, it should be simple and made of one or two colors to match your outfit, with no decorative additions. Adornments such as fake birds or rhinestones are too much.
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Avoid wearing gaudy jewelry. Wear simple brooches or a silver chain with a small charm instead.
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Tips & Warnings
The best accessory for a soft look is a soft, calm and pleasant demeanor. The way your carry yourself while wearing this type of outfit is what really defines it as "soft" and elegant.
Dressing softly doesn't mean you can't be bold. Madeleine Albright, for example, has made symbolic statements about leaders and governments with the brooches she has worn.
Be careful to choose soft makeup that complements your ensemble.
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