Do you have that cringe moment where you have to switch out your closet when the seasons change? Not only is it a pain and takes extra time to organize and sort, but sometimes I hate packing away my favorite items and think “I’m not going to see you for another 6 months”. Well, have no fear because today I am sharing some tips with you that might help you keep those seasonal pieces hanging in your closet a bit longer.
1 . Layer a blouse under a dress or jumpsuit. I picked up this pocketed black dress from the sale rack at Gap over the weekend and thought, “I don’t want to wait 4 months to wear this”. So I added my new favorite button up from Zara for a bit of extra arm coverage. (I ordered a medium and it shrunk quite a bit…but it fits perfect & still slightly oversized). Layering a sweater or blouse under a sleeveless piece can make it wearable longer and also can add an other style element. Case in point, if I would’ve added a printed flowy top under the dress above, it could take the look in a whole different direction.
2 . Wearing tights under shorts. Simple black tights can easily winterize almost any type of shorts. My personal favorite is to throw on a pair of wool or printed shorts, tights & finish off with black booties for a sleek, sophisticated look. Extra tip: Wearing black or muted color on top as well on bottom can really help your shorts take center stage.
3 . Add an over-the-knee boot with a mini skirt. Who doesn’t love the feminine flare of a mini skirt? Why not wear them year round, but keep warm and stylish with over-the-knee boots, which were so popular this fall season. Balance out the overall look by throwing on an oversized coat or sweater.
4. Try a fitted tee under a thin-strap tank. I have seen this particular look everywhere lately and it gives off major 90’s vibes (which I happen to love). Layering a white or black tee under a spaghetti strap tank is one way to expand it’s closet life and look stylish in the process. Pair it with distressed jean and flats for a modern twist on my favorite decade.
Extra note – If you are looking for a soft versatile bandana, Madewell has some great silk & cotton ones to chose from. The patterns are fun and I need to order a few more for the spring as a pop of color!
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