If you’re going to one of the biggest blogging conferences ever, you’re probably asking that very question. I’ve been asking myself that question for the past 6 months, since I booked my ticket. Seriously, growing up, fashion just wasn’t really at the forefront of my mind (I was a tried and true tomboy)….I’ve been a bit behind the times when it comes to accessorizing and really making an outfit come together. But….I have a few tips, from one misfit stylist to possibly another….

1. Find your own style. So, what the heck does that mean? Well, what clothes complement your personal style? What are you most comfortable in? What makes you feel like the bomb diggity? Maybe it’s a beautiful dress, or maybe it’s a pair of capris. Simply put, whatever makes you feel that way, wear it. Be YOU!
2. Now that that’s over with, let’s get on with this post….First, take a look in your own closet. What pieces can you mix and match? You’d be surprised what awesome outfits you can come up with in pairing things together you never would have thought of.Think outside the box.
3. Head to the mall….but don’t go after those brand new styles in the front of the store. Head to the back to the clearance racks. Right now, back to school/fall styles are starting to come out, which means summer styles (perfect for warm San Diego weather) are rockin’ the clearance racks. (My recommendations for stores? Definitely Soma Intimates (they carry such beautiful dresses that are made to fit a woman if you know what I mean….they take your curves and accentuate them; I can’t get over how feminine and comfortable their dresses are). Just a note: if you are about my size, don’t go into stores like Forever 21; it will only serve to give you a complex, which I succeeded in gaining as I jumped around the dressing room trying to get out of the dress I was stuck in. Such cute clothes, just definitely not made for me, at least until I lose about 30 pounds or so.
4. Think outside the box. You want to be yourself, but don’t be afraid to try new styles of clothing on. You never know….you may just find some hidden part of you anxious to come out on the dance floor. Try something on you normally wouldn’t touch with a 10-foot pole.
5. Even if you only buy 1-2 outfits/dresses, make them into 3-4 outfits by accessorizing. If you look, you can find belts, leggings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, flower barrettes, etc., that will bring that outfit full circle. Don’t be afraid of color either; make that black dress pop with a dash of color in your accessories. Another tip? You can even make a day outfit/dress work for night time parties, depending on how you accessorize.
6. Shoes- the age-old dilemma….what to wear? We’re going to be on our feet all day and night! Personally, I’m taking a couple pair of dress shoes, but I also got a pair of dressy, blinged up flip flops. Black with little rhinestones. Cute, yet comfy.
7. Shop your local thrift store. You may find the perfect retro outfit, or you may even find a completely new outfit with the tags still on….along with the leggings or belt or whatever else you need to go with it, all for only a few bucks.
8. Finally, buy the cheap brand of Spanx at Walmart….just sayin’. They even have awesome tummy slimming tanks and leggings, and believe me, they work, and they’re pretty comfy.

So, that’s it from this misfit stylist to you. I’m considering making this a regular column. What about you? What are you wearing to Blogher? ‘Fess up! Have you ever gotten stuck in a dress before?

(This post is all me….no compensation, just my own opinions; I’ve never claimed to be a fashion guru, but I do love it!)