Social media does have its good points... Far from the usual hateful comments and ridiculous AI videos, some content creators bring fashion into our daily feeds. And not just in any old way: they offer us tips!
Scarves worn as elegant tops, ties used to cinch the waist, and DIY shirts made with safety pins: our fashion specialist scoured Instagram and TikTok in search of the next hacks that will radically change your wardrobe.
5 fashion tips, approved by OniriQ
The scarf, your evening companion
We've all received one as a gift at least once... Scarves pile up in our wardrobes without us really knowing how to wear them other than around our necks, almost bordering on the Parisian cliché. Yet behind their satin fabric lie many possibilities.
It's on TikTok that we discover Charlotte Evrd, @charlotteevrd. On her account, it's hard not to immediately understand what it's all about: scarves, scarves and more scarves. Self-proclaimed ‘It-girl scarves’, she teaches us how to wear them, tie them and, even better, how to repurpose them.
Our favourite format is undoubtedly her signature ‘From Desk to Dinner’. A series of staged videos in which the young woman has to leave the office and rush to a social dinner. With no time to go home, she transforms her scarf, a previously insignificant accessory, into an elegant top that is ideal for the occasion. Both clever and daring, this tip is adapted throughout her profile with pearl necklaces, pins and other essentials for a woman with a busy life.
@charlotteevrd From desk to dinner … an other bathroom transformation 🌪️ #fashiontips ♬ Suddenly I See - KT Tunstall
2 ties, one belt
In the morning, when getting dressed, we sometimes wish we could go on an instant shopping spree to get our hands on some new items. In reality, just like transforming a scarf into a top, other possibilities are right in front of our eyes without us even realising it.
Still on the same app, this time we find ourselves in the men's wardrobe with content creator Goddja, @goddja_. Throughout his feed, he has fun looking for ways to upgrade his looks, sometimes taking inspiration from the 80s, sometimes making his shirt asymmetrical.
Among our favourite tricks, the Parisian reveals how he combines two ties to make a belt. Quick, economical and, above all, very tailored, this trick offers endless possibilities, depending on the size of your tie collection.
@goddja_ Tuto : faire une ceinture avec 2 cravates !! ^^ #fyp #pourtoii #foruyou #pourtoipage #virale #mode #fashion #fashiontiktok #model #outfit #ootdinspo #inspiration #styling #stylinghacks #stylingideas #stylingtips #grwm #ootd #styletips #cravates ♬ A Good Man with a Broken Heart - LoVibe.
Making shirts more fashionable
To make a classic piece much more fashionable, we turn to Singapore and Siti Nadhrah, who can be found under the username @nadhrah. Admiring combinations of black and white, the young creative takes on a wardrobe classic: the white shirt. In a tutorial, she transforms this timeless piece with almost surgical precision...
The principle? Lift the collar, then methodically pin the entire shirt to redesign its silhouette. The result is reminiscent of Maison Martin Margiela's famous experimental aesthetic, but at a lower cost! It's a clever and accessible way to transform a basic into a statement piece, where DIY reigns supreme.
@nadddwa back with another styling hacks series #fashionhacks #outfitideas #fitinspo #ootdhijab #fyp ♬ Modal Soul - Nujabes
Trousers that finally fit you
Have you suddenly gained weight and are now faced with the prospect of having to buy half your wardrobe again? Don't panic. Thanks to influencer Valeria Lipovetsky's tip, your trousers will never slip again
On her TikTok account, followed by some 1.8 million followers (@valeria.lipovetsky), she recommends using a safety pin to create a new fastening at the trouser clip. It's a simple and effective solution, but unfortunately it doesn't work on button-fly trousers, which are very common in men's wardrobes. Still, the Russian star has managed to save more than a few pairs of trousers from an early demise at the back of the wardrobe or in the bin. We're grateful to her!
@valeria.lipovetsky best quick fix for thrifted or oversized trousers 👌🏻 #fashionhack #stylehack #vlstyles ♬ Escapism. - Super Sped Up - RAYE
A cape in a fraction of a second
To finish off this selection of fashion tips found on social media, let's focus on the current season: winter. For those who don't want to trade comfort for style, Swiss content creator @tinasomnia comes to the rescue.
To the tune of Pretty Woman, the fashion enthusiast grabs a scarf lying around, attaches it with a pin (you absolutely need one!), turns the stole inside out and turns it into a stylish cape. Both elegant and practical, this hack will go with any of your outfits until spring returns.
@tinasomnia you will see me wearing a scarf cape all fall long🍂🍂🍂 #fallhacks #capecoat #falloutfits #fashionhacks #styletips ♬ Pretty Woman - filmcusp
Translated by Bethszabee Garner
