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Want to look more girly, but don't know how? There are plenty of ways to look girly, and if you're looking for a way on how, this guide will help you with everything you need.
Steps
Donning Girly Clothes
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1Choose flattering, cute bottoms. Jeans should be formfitting. Go for light washes. If you're wearing a skirt, make sure it's wavy and bright. Make sure your skirts aren't too short.
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2Do not wear shirts that are too tight or loose. Choose good styles such as baby-doll, empire, t-shirts, halter, peplum, spaghetti straps, and tank tops.
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3Wear shorts. Make sure the pockets aren't hanging out or that they ride up on you. Alternatively, wear Capri pants, and long shorts that go to your thigh or your mid-calf.
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4Wear dresses. Dresses are essential for the girly look. All lengths are possible. Choose dresses with floral patterns, plain girly colors, stripes, or swirls.
Adding Girly Footwear and Accessories
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1Wear flats, heels, flip-flops, or boots. If you need to wear sneakers, try finding converse in bright colors.
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2Try to glam up your clothes by adding jewelry, fun belts, etc. Accessories are a fun part of being a girly girl.
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3Wear some lip gloss, or blush. Don't wear too much or it could look like you're wearing an ugly mask. Look confident with your makeup. Curl your lashes, and apply some mascara.If you have acne, use foundation to cover it up. Paint your nails pretty colors, and if you want, create a pattern with different colors!
- Do not overdo the makeup. Keep it simple and natural, for a fresh look.
Showing Girly Behavior
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1Pay attention to your image. Have good hygiene and wear what flatters you.
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2Be active. Exercise, and eat healthy. Don't try starving yourself as this will lead to anorexia. Be as healthy as you can be, everybody has different body types, curvy or stick-thin.
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3Study! Just because you are pretty doesn't mean you can't be smart and brainy. If you want to make even more friends, have a study group come over before an exam.
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4Don't take this article too seriously. Find the style that suits you best, flatters you, and catapults you into the girly stratosphere. Or not. It's totes up to you.
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhat if I think I am ugly?Community AnswerBeauty is in the eye of the beholder. Nobody has the same idea of what "beautiful" is. Find a way to realize you are, in fact, beautiful.
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QuestionDo I have to do my nails when being girly?Tylah JackowskiCommunity AnswerOf course not. If you want to do your nails, do them. if you don't, don't worry about it. Just keep your nails clean and avoid biting them.
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QuestionHow do I wear pink with black?Community AnswerA cute pink blouse or button-up shirt would be cute with skinny black jeans (or you can swap the colors, it works either way).
Warnings
- You don't have to do what's in trend in the magazines if you don't want to. Be yourself!⧼thumbs_response⧽
- Just because you're girly, doesn't mean you should turn into a mean girl. Be kind.⧼thumbs_response⧽
Things You'll Need
- Cute shoes
- Makeup
- Breath mints
- Fashionable purse
- Feminine clothes
- Nail polish
- Bow or headband (optional)
- Cute hand bag
About This Article
If you want to look girly, prioritize girly patterns like florals, stripes, and swirls. Additionally, look for clothing in more traditionally “girly” colors, like pastels or bright colors. You can also try to glam up your clothes by adding accessories like jewelry or a fun belt. Complete your girly look with some lip gloss and painted nails, but remember to keep it simple and natural for a fresh look. For more ideas, like how to act like a girly girl, keep reading!