Stay within your comfort zone with your style of clothing. If you look like you are trying too hard to look different, you won’t feel confident. Take baby steps if you are trying to change your look. Try a few new things at a time, until your confidence catches up.

Pay attention to your body type. If you are short and heavy, don’t buy a double-breasted coat. It will make you look shorter and heavier. Elongate yourself with a two-button coat. Avoid big plaids. Pick medium stripes and solid colors.

Shop with people you trust, who actually want you to look your best.