How to Look and Dress like a Celebrity

The best fashion secrets are often the most simple. If you've ever wanted to look like a celebrity, it may be easier than you imagined. Celebrity tips and tricks are not guarded in a locked vault in Beverly Hills. A few fashion magazines, some basic make up and accessories, and an imagination are all you really need to create your own celebrity look.

The truth is, every celebrity knows that underneath the make up and clothes, we all have to start with the basics. Nobody really wakes up looking red carpet ready. Celebrity looks are often the result of trial and error fashion risks. The same can be said when creating your own celebrity look. It starts with deciding on the type of look which will not only flatter you, but also allow you to express your own personality and style. The right look will give you the confidence to feel like a celebrity in your own hometown.

Asset Development
Every celebrity knows the power of playing up their best assets. Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, and Kim Kardashian made their backsides even more famous by enhancing them, rather than hiding them. Tall actresses know that their mile long legs are the key to accentuating their assets and they tend to add heels rather than try to lower their height with flats. Angelina Jolie gave new meaning to full lips. Celebrity looks start with discovering what your best assets are. Once you can choose a few physical assets to accentuate, you can begin your celebrity look.

Looking Good Inside and Out
Looking like a celebrity on the outside starts with taking care of yourself. A balanced diet, regular exercise, and proper skin care routines will help you to look and feel good inside and out. Even simple, everyday things like wearing sunscreen in the sun, using moisturizer, and drinking plenty of water can have great benefits.

Over-the-Top or Understated?
Celebrity looks can run from the outlandish, and definitely unique style of Lady Gaga to the more understated or classic looks of other Hollywood celebrities. The key for success is to match the look to your personality and the fashion statements you want to make.

Looks can be mixed and matched to create a celebrity look. A nice pair of jeans can can be dressed up with a pair of unique boots or heels. A pair of sunglasses or an eye catching jacket can add celebrity style to ordinary outfits. Even a good hairstyle can add to your celebrity look. Stylists can help to decide which types of hairstyles best accent your natural features. All of these slight changes can help to create your own style and look.

Shopping on a Budget
It's likely your shopping budget won't match that of a celebrity. You can, however, create similar looks without breaking the bank. Many fashion magazines offer alternative suggestions to match the looks of popular celebrity outfits. You can do your own research and shop for similar celebrity clothes by watching what popular celebrities are wearing. Sometimes it's certain colors that become popular, other times it may be a type of dress or current trendy item. Spread out your shopping budget on several items rather than buying just one large ticket outfit.

Create a Signature Style
If you really want to stand out like a celebrity, you need to create your own style. Accessories can add much to any outfit to give it a boost of attention. Some celebrities add to their look with a collection of handbags and purses, others wear a variety of hats or shoes. Your signature style can be a combination of basic mix and match fashion pieces and accessories. The small changes to your wardrobe will make it stand out celebrity style, rather than blend-in Middle America.