Building Pageant Wardrobe on a Budget

Build a Basic Pageant Wardrobe Inexpensively

If you compete in many pageants, you may want to consider building a pageant wardrobe. A businesswoman has a business wardrobe. An athlete has a sports clothes wardrobe. You should have a pageant wardrobe as well. Considering the prices of pageant gowns and outfits that can go well into the thousands for one item, you will want be creative when building your pageant wardrobe. Here are some tips to you can use.

Classic: Trends come and go, but classic is forever. Purchase tailored classic pieces that fit well and look good. Stick to colors that are always in style as well like navy, ivory, white, tan, and grey. You can dress up and brighten these items with accessories.

Cost: Though worth it, classic clothing can be costly. However, if you make it a habit of looking for classic clothes regularly and at brand name discount stores, you can build up your pageant wardrobe over time.

Versatile: To avoid being seen in the same outfit twice by the same people, your pageant wardrobe must be versatile. Having classic clothing that coordinates well will help you to mix and match your individual pieces. Be sure to choose items that will look good regardless of the category. For example, clothing you purchase for the talent category should be versatile enough to wear for future semi formal, formal, or casual wear requirements.

Casual: Make sure your casual wear is not too casual. When participating in pageants, you must look good at all times, whether you are being judged or not. While your clothing must be comfortable, they should retain shape, fit well, and be in good repair. Once an item starts to show the least bit of wear, it should be moved into your casual lounging around the house wardrobe.