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11 Home Must-Haves for the Fashionista

Fashion vixens know that dressing well primarily has to do with having the right wardrobe. A less obvious piece of the puzzle is having the right decor. Think about it: Would you ever go out of the house without a quick glance in a full-length mirror? Would you pull out your hair if you had to dig for the right pair of shoes from a pile under your bed?

Thankfully, the right furnishings and accessories can let the fashionista concentrate on her art without worrying about such hindrances. Read on for 11 things every style maven should incorporate into her home to get runway ready.
A full-length mirror. Every fashion lover knows a glimpse in a full-length mirror is a must before jetting off to her day. Thankfully, full-length mirrors come in a variety of sizes and prices, making them easily to fit into any space. Hang an inexpensive find from Target on the back of your bedroom door, or make a design statement by leaning a larger one against the wall.
by Heather Garrett Design  
A droolworthy, to-die-for walk-in closet. Complete with uniform Lucite hardware, luxe carpeting, a relaxing chaise (accompanied by a chilled bucket of champagne perhaps?) and incredible light fixtures as gorgeous as the wardrobe hidden behind closed doors.
by Moroso Construction  
Ok, yes, the previous photo IS beautiful and likely on everyone’s dream list, but due to budget or architectural limitations, it’s not accessible for us all. So now that we’ve come back down to earth, let’s kick off with closet organizers. An organized closet helps by allowing you to see everything you have, so you’re not constantly feeling overwhelmed staring into the abyss. Shop for affordable closet organizers at stores like IKEA or the Container Store, or hire a closet expert for a custom version.
by containerstore.com
A vanity. A comfortable spot with the right lighting is a must for your hair-and-makeup routine. Make sure it comes equipped with drawers or cabinets so you can hide away all your necessities.
by Dunlap Design Group, LLC
You can get still get the job done, and beautifully so, with a smaller vanity desk. Just looking at this mirrored desk and great magenta chair will inspire your inner fashionista.
by Alexander Johnson Photography  
A wardrobe. No need for the lion and the witch, but a wardrobe is a great piece of furniture, especially is your closet is running tight on space for hanging clothes.
by Dreamy Whites
If a wardrobe is a bit too big for your space, a chic dresser will do. Use this for everyday folding clothes like t-shirts, workout apparel, socks and underwear.
by ADEENI DESIGN GROUP
Jewelry boxes, hooks and displays. Keep your jewelry ready and at hand with accessible solutions. Use small bowls for rings or bracelets, hang necklaces on wall hooks and consider framing a sheet or wire mesh to hold earrings. Organize your jewelry boxes so everything is spread out evenly and easy to see when you pull out each drawer.
by Tamar Schechner
Hey, if you have room for it, get a dress form! You can preview outfits by styling it with different clothes or accessories. If you're an aspiring fashion designer or simply like to make your own clothes, a dress form is key for at-home draping.
by Michelle Rees
Get your shoes in plain sight. The back of your closet is no home for your shoe collection. They’re just collecting dust and wilting away. If you don’t have enough shelving to display them in your closet, outfit your room with a freestanding shelving unit. Dust bunnies no more!
by Ninainvorm
Lots, and lots, of natural light. Open up those windows and let the light shine through: it will improve your makeup, your color choices and your spirit.

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