Sufficient hem width for alteration at hem and sleeves, if needed for fit. Comfortable, neat fit. Decide on a becoming basic color plan. Choose a color plan and stick to it. Find your best neutral color and use it as the core of your wardrobe.
Neutral colors are appropriate all year long.
Navy and white are good neutrals for spring and summer seasons. Choose lighter, brighter colors that blend, harmonize, or contrast to coordinate with the neutrals. If you can't afford separate summer and winter wardrobes, plan outfits with skirts, slacks, and jackets in fabrics that may be worn year-round. Let blouses, sweaters, and underwear help you adjust to the weather as seasons change. When colors harmonize, you can mix and match for many different outfits.