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Being cute and girly can be a fun way to embrace your femininity and project a happy, attractive personality. Remember that you don’t have to follow traditional gender stereotypes or try to impress others to act cute and girly—be true to yourself while emphasizing your girly side. To be cuter and more girly, wear soft and flowy clothing, use a sweet fragrance, have good basic hygiene, wear natural makeup, smile often, and be friendly and kind.

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    Wear loose, flowy clothing. To show off your graceful, feminine side, wear items that are loose and flowy such as dresses and skirts. This will add a delicate, romantic element to your look.[1]

    • You could also wear tops with flowy sleeves such as blouses, tunics, or wrap tops.
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    Choose clothes in pinks and pastels. Soft colors are traditionally more feminine, so clothes in pink and pastels such as mint and lavender will look extra cute and girly. Light colors like white and pale grey are also good options.

    • Try wearing a soft yellow dress made of a flowy material, such as chiffon. You could also jazz up basic jeans by wearing a loose white peasant blouse with sheer sleeves.
    • Look for patterns in these colors as well, such as florals and stripes. You could pair a pink and white striped top with some light-wash denim for a relaxed, cute look.[2]

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    Wear clothes made of soft fabrics. Delicate, soft textures like silk, chiffon, velvet, satin, cashmere and lace are classically feminine and perfect for feeling cute and girly. Find some key wardrobe pieces in these fabrics to update your closet.[3]

    • For example, you could buy a velvet dress, a chiffon skirt, a silk shirt, and a cashmere sweater.
    • To add more girliness, look for loungewear in these fabrics, such as a lace-trimmed wrap or silk pajamas.
    • Many of these fabrics tend to be expensive, so if you’re on a budget, look for imitations like faux silk and velvet texture.
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    Keep up with current trends. Follow magazines and fashion guru bloggers to stay up-to-date with trends in fashion and makeup. Draw inspiration from photos and advice on how to incorporate current trends into your wardrobe.

    • Read magazines such as Seventeen and Teen Vogue to keep up with celebrity fashion trends.
    • Follow fashion bloggers and YouTubers for practical fashion advice and inspiration.
    • For example, embroidery is popular. Many magazines and blogs recommend floral-embroidered jeans or heels.[4]
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    Use a subtle, sweet fragrance. Your scent will make a big impression, so choose a perfume or body lotion with a sweet scent, such as florals and those with fruity notes. Notes of jasmine, rose, and vanilla are also especially pretty and girly.[5]

    • Your scent should be nice and subtle, so don’t use too much--one or two spritzes of perfume in the morning should be enough to last throughout the day.
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    Style your hair so that it looks loose and soft. Use a curling iron and a little finishing spray to style your hair into loose waves, perfect curls, or a casual updo. For a more cutesy style, try no-heat styles like pigtails or braids.

    • To keep your hair soft, use a natural oil-based product such as an Argan oil heat protectant. Work a pea-sized amount of this product through the ends of your hair before you use heat tools.
    • For this look, avoid angular cuts, razor cuts, and using lots of product.
    • You can also add cute hair accessories, such as headbands and bows.
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    Have good basic hygiene. Taking care of yourself and putting effort into your appearance is an important part of being cute and girly. Keep up good hygiene by showering every 1 or 2 days, brushing your teeth twice a day, and moisturizing daily.

    • You should also care for your nails--apply cuticle oil nightly, then shape and buff them as needed.
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    Follow a daily skincare routine. To keep your skin clear and glowing, make sure to take care of it daily. Use a face wash and moisturizer at least once every day. Choose a moisturizer that will keep your face looking soft and smooth, and isn’t too greasy or heavy.

    • You should also apply sunscreen every day to protect your skin from damage.
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    Apply some natural, glowy makeup. Being cute and girly is all about looking natural, healthy, and pretty. For an everyday look, use some light foundation to even out your skin tone. Add some pretty pink- or coral-hued blush and highlighter to get that healthy glow. Moisturize your lips with some balm and add a subtle pink lipstick.

    • Complete the look by making your eyes pop with some light eyeliner, brown or natural pink eyeshadow, and mascara.
    • For a more dramatic evening look, add shimmer to your eyes, cheeks, and collarbones.
    • If you’re not allowed to wear makeup, use a good moisturizer to keep your skin clear and smooth and apply some plain or tinted lip balm to make your lips soft.
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    Smile often. Smiling and laughing is an important part of being cute and girly. Having a great smile and using it often is a really magnetic quality. Think positively and focus on the good things in your life, and smiling often will come naturally.

    • When you smile, be sure to smile with your eyes as well as your mouth. This happens naturally with a genuine smile, so embrace that slight creasing around the eyes that tells people your smile is real.[6]
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    Use gentle body language. Having gentle, relaxed body language is traditionally feminine and suggests that you have a friendly and nice demeanor. To achieve this, use relaxed, easy hand gestures rather than sudden and tense movements. Keep your arms relaxed and loose at your sides.[7]

    • Crossing your arms or tucking your hands into pockets often indicates tension or shyness.[8]
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    Have good posture. Standing tall with open, lifted posture is important to look and feel cute. Keep your shoulders back and relaxed--this emphasizes the natural S-shaped curve of the back and looks confident and feminine. When sitting, sit up straight and keep your shoulders back.[9]

    • Standing up straight will also make you look slimmer and healthier.[10]
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    Be friendly to the people around you. Having a cute personality means being sweet, positive, and approachable to others. Try to be kind and friendly to everyone you meet. This will not only make you feel good--it will also be attractive to others.

    • People will remember how you make them feel, so if you’re kind and friendly, people will remember your nice, cute personality.
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    Stay true to yourself. Remember to stay true to yourself when becoming cuter and more girly. You don’t have to follow stereotypes or traditions that you aren’t comfortable with. Make sure that you’re making changes for yourself, not to impress others. Embracing your cute, girly side should never feel restrictive, but rather fun and freeing.

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    Grace Thomas is a Personal Stylist and the Founder and Lead Stylist of Builtgracefully, a platform that empowers individuals to enhance their style. With over 15 years of experience in the retail and fashion industry, Grace has worked for numerous brands including Nike, Nordstrom, and Anthropologie. She has styled professional athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, and anyone who wants to feel empowered by their clothes. She has been featured in several publications including Brides, Reader's Digest, Bustle, and PopSugar. Grace received her Bachelor's degree from Portland State University in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.

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    You can start by reflecting on what makes you feel feminine and aligns with your style. Begin by searching social media sites like Pinterest, searching for terms like "feminine or cute style," and exploring the various images that comes up. Identify elements that stand out to you and resonate with your sense of femininity. As you select clothing and styles that feel genuinely you, a sense of confidence, comfort, and cuteness will naturally emerge. By embracing what feels feminine to you, whether it's a specific color, silhouette, texture, or style, you'll find yourself feeling cute, attractive, and confident in your fashion sense.

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    If your school allows it, try to wear some feminine jewelry, put on a bit of makeup or do your nails in a bright, girly color. You can also style your hair in a cute, feminine way. Try wearing perfume, and make sure you have good hygiene. Follow the steps in Method 3 to act cute and girly.

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    You don't have to have girly girl friends to be a girly girl yourself. Keep your current friends. If you do know some girly girls you'd like to be friends with, just talk to them and get to know them. Compliment them on their style - their clothes, makeup, hair, etc. You can even ask them for tips!

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      • As you develop your personal style, be true to yourself. Don't change just to impress others or fit in. Embrace what makes you unique while having fun exploring your girly side through clothes, hobbies, interests. Expressing the real you with confidence and joy will attract people who appreciate the genuine you.
      • You don't have to wear all pink and ruffles to be girly. Feel free to mix feminine items like flowing skirts with edgier pieces like leather jackets and boots. Blending contrasting styles creates a look that's uniquely you. Don't be afraid to try new combos until you find what makes you beam inside.
      • Good hygiene is the base for any style. Shower regularly, care for your skin and nails, keep your hair clean. Building these habits proves you value self-care and pride in your appearance. When you feel fresh, clean and put together, your inner glow shines through.
      • Smile often and make eye contact when it feels right. A real smile puts people at ease and shows warmth. But don't force it or seem overly eager to impress. Instead, relax and let your natural light shine through. People will be drawn to your authenticity.
      • If something embarrassing happens, like spilling or tripping, just say "Ouch, I'm okay!" and laugh it off. Handling little slipups with humor shows you don't get flustered easily. Shaking off minor embarrassment gracefully proves you have inner poise.

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      Being cute and girly can be a fun way to embrace your feminine side. Smile and laugh a lot around other people, which will help you feel good and encourage them to relax too. Be sweet and friendly to everyone you meet. For example, when you see your friend, you can give her a big smile and compliment her hair. To dress more feminine, wear loose, flowy clothing like skirts, dresses and blouses. Stick to girly colors like pink, purple, and white. You can also experiment with patterns like flowers and stripes. Style your hair in loose waves, curls, or a casual updo. For a more playful look, try pigtails or braids. Follow fashion bloggers and YouTubers for inspiration on your style. For more tips, including how to do your makeup to look cute, read on!

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      How do you become cuter and more girly? ›

      To be cuter and more girly, wear soft and flowy clothing, use a sweet fragrance, have good basic hygiene, wear natural makeup, smile often, and be friendly and kind.

      How to look cuter as a girl? ›

      Here are some ways to look attractive:
      1. Keep your skin clean.
      2. Moisture your skin.
      3. Keep your hair clean.
      4. Use good scent serum or hair oil.
      5. Give proper hair style, which must be matched with your dress.
      6. Keep your face smiley.
      7. Keep your nail clean.
      8. Wear proper dress and shoes.
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      How to start being a girly girl? ›

      One way is to add girly clothing and accessories to your closet. You can also act girly by wearing makeup and maintaining good personal hygiene. Read up on the latest fashion and beauty trends, and plan a girls' night with friends so you can have fun being girly and feminine.

      What makes a girl cute? ›

      Being a cute girl isn't just about what you look like, it's also about how you dress, how you act, and how you treat other people. You can be cute by being open and friendly with people, by being interested and curious in new things, and by dressing and behaving in certain ways.

      How to act like a pretty girl? ›

      Build strong relationships with others. Hang out with your friends, be there for them when they need you, and practice good listening skills. Staying well-connected will improve your mental health, making you all the more confident and beautiful. Consider your friends, family members, and mentors.

      How can a girl be prettier? ›

      If you want to look beautiful, fresh, and cute, it's important to spend time on your appearance every day. First, create a fresh look by taking care of your skin, wearing natural-looking makeup, and styling your hair. Then, choose clothing that flatters your figure and skin tone.

      How to look prettier in school? ›

      Focus on keeping your skin clean and moisturized rather than using heavy makeup. Let your natural beauty shine through while practicing good skincare. Choose neutral eyeshadows and lip glosses in soft pinks and peaches rather than bold colors. Dark liner and shadow can seem too heavy for school.

      How to be the prettiest girl in school? ›

      Taking care of your body by eating better, working out, and taking care of your skin and nails can not only make you look better but feel better and more confident, too. Working on your look, especially by wearing clothes that flatter your body shape, and style can also make you look and feel prettier.

      How to look sexier for your crush? ›

      Wear clothes that make you feel confident and happy. Avoid anything too revealing on first interactions, but always dress to impress in your own style. Smile, make eye contact, and give your crush your full attention when they talk to you. Actively listening shows you care about what they have to say.

      How to be a bruh girl? ›

      A bruh girl is the type of girl who doesn't care about appearances, eats plenty, swears, burps, drinks, and is essentially 'one of the guys'. She's the one who says 'bruh' to her parents and enjoys stereotypically male pursuits, finding softness and femininity pretty cringe.

      What makes a girl cute vs hot? ›

      Cute is someone who's attractive, while hot is someone sexy.

      While it might not seem like a huge difference at first, there are some key ways that people use “cute” and “hot” differently. Cute people are attractive, but in an innocent, endearing way. Hot people are attractive as well, but in a stunning, modelesque way.

      Should you call a girl cute? ›

      "Cute" in this sense can make a woman look or feel like she is insignificant, arm candy or unimportant. Instead, praise her skills and accomplishments and use words like "beautiful" or "amazing." These words will raise her up in conversation and make her feel special and important.

      How to have a girly look? ›

      Try to glam up your clothes by adding jewelry, fun belts, etc. Accessories are a fun part of being a girly girl. Wear some lip gloss, or blush. Don't wear too much or it could look like you're wearing an ugly mask.

      How to be more attractive to a girl? ›

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      3. Maintain your personal hygiene. ...
      4. Uphold good posture.

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