8 Ways to Make Basic Clothes Look Meter Basic clothes won’t look boring if you know the right styling tricks. From playing with textures and fabrics to knowing how to pair different items — even the smallest details matter. 5-Minute Crafts has prepared 8 tips to assist you in this. 1. Add layers. Make your simple outfit look more elaborate by combining several clothes together. Step 1: Gather your favorite inner layers , like vests, tank tops, and blouses from thinner fabrics to make sure you feel comfortable and don’t look bulky. You can also use several inner layers from thinner fabrics. Step 2: Add outer layers, like jackets, coats, and sweaters. They should be easy to remove and allow your inner layers to be seen. Step 3: Add accessories like scarves, hats, bags, and jewelry to balance out your look. You can layer clothes of several shades ...