WE ALL want to look fabulous right?!

Well, we spoke to one of the UK’s leading celebrity fashion stylists to get the lowdown on how to look chic on a budget.

So whether you’ve got millions in the bank or are barely scraping by, here’s the things to avoid if you don’t want to look cheap. 

According to Ellis Ranson, a fashion stylist with over 10 years’ experience, there are some big mistakes that many women make that must be avoided if you want to look expensive. 

From magazine covers to iconic red-carpet events, Ellis has acquired an impressive range of clientele, including The Only Way Is Essex star Ferne McCann. 

Ellis regularly shares her work via her social media channels – @ellisransonx – where she has over 87k followers.

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The fashionista is also founder of ‘School of Style’, a training programme for individuals wanting to get into fashion styling and now she’s shared her top tips on looking expensive, without having to splash the cash. 

Ellis said: “I am a true believer in it's not what it is, it's how you wear it. 

“You can have a full outfit for under £50 and look just as good as someone with a £1000 outfit. 

“You can look expensive without the budget so here are my tips on how to achieve this.” 

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Keep it tonal

According to Ellis, a simple way to look expensive is to dress tonal.

The fashion expert explained: “This is one of the easiest ways to look chic and sophisticated. 

“You are also able to invest in one or two staples as this trend will never go out of style and really works for everyone. 

“I love a full nude or white look and for myself I always do like to add a pop of colour with my accessories (don’t forget to always keep your stamp).

“If you do love colour go for all red.” 

Keep it simple

Another way to avoid looking cheap is to keep your fashion simple.

Ellis said: “Minimal gold jewellery can really finish your look and shouldn’t be over complicated with lots of accessories. 

“Less is always more.

“Less colours, less clashing, less over-the-top embellishments.”

Steam/iron your items 

If you are someone that never irons their clothes, Ellis has a bone to pick with you.

She advised: “Invest in a steamer, my go-to item! 

“I could not live without a steamer especially as a stylist but even in my day to day life.

“Don't go out in your favourite shirt straight from the washing bin, it looks messy. 

“We want to look effortless but not like we just woke up!” 

Think about the fit

According to this fashion expert, the fit of your clothes is extremely important if you want to avoid looking cheap. 

Ellis added: “Find a local seamstress/tailor and when it comes to a dress for a wedding that you will re-wear and absolutely love, pay a bit extra to have it fitted. 

“This also includes underwear, wearing the right underwear for your outfit is basically the same as the foundation to your makeup.” 

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Invest in a good pair of sunnies

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Ellis explained that sunglasses: “can be worn all year round and they really do complete the look especially for that Instagram content.”

Use a structured bag

Another way to avoid looking cheap is to wear a stylish, structured bag.

Ellis explained: “This gives off a more polished finish and a smarter look.”

Don’t over-wash

And finally, another way to avoid looking cheap is to ensure your clothes are not over-washed.

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Ellis advised: “Over-washing your clothes is definitely something to avoid. 

“You want them clean but washing too often can really wear down the fabrics and make the item look too worn and more cheap.”

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