The 2016 Way to Wear Your Favorite Trends

Updated on 8/4/2016 at 3:10 PM

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It's 2016, when last year's wardrobe has become completely dated and useless. Just kidding. Just because we're shopping for new trends doesn't mean we can't still work the old ones in fresh ways. Sometimes all it takes is a quick little update to pull off the look you loved so much last season.

Stripes? Still totally classic — but add a matching skinny scarf, and your outfit gets an instant upgrade, making it all the more eye-catching. And if, for you, the Winter months scream for furry outerwear, why not just invest in a stole to layer over your camel peacoat?

Sure, the 2016 style scene has a different look about it, but we've been told change is a very good thing. Scroll down to see how to adapt your closet, and then shop for the pieces you need to pull it off.

Over-the-Knee Boots

2015: Pulled over skinny jeans with a standout top.

2016: In a luxe material like suede that'll make you feel sexy when you show them off with a miniskirt.

Stripes

2015: Across a tight-fitting sweater.

2016: In a button-down silhouette with a matching skinny scarf.

Statement Scarf

2015: In a printed silk fabric that became the focal point of your outfit.

2016: Black, velvet, skinny, long.

Canadian Tuxedo

2015: Boyfriend jeans and a chambray blouse that don't quite match.

2016: Separates in similar, if not exact, shades that are broken up by a chic mockneck.

Plaid

2015: Loud and proud, perhaps on a textured coat.

2016: To draw attention to a brand-new silhouette, like your slouchy overalls.

Bomber Jacket

2015: Sporty, with stripes at the sleeves and waistband.

2016: Silky, with colorful embroidery.

Coordinated Set

2015: Structured pieces that feature a slightly muted print.

2016: A ribbed gray set to help you achieve an instant groutfit.

Distressed Denim

2015: Ripped blue jeans, rolled up at the bottom.

2016: Straight-leg denim that's shredded at the ankle.

Slitted Skirt

2015: In a neutral pencil style, so the slit takes center stage.

2016: With an avant-garde twist, like an oversize bow add-on.

Heeled Booties

2015: In a sharp silhouette that you could slip over your leather skinnies.

2016: With boho embellishments to help you ground a casual, slouchy look.

Winter Neutrals

2015: Varying shades of camel and cream, broken up with a pair of jeans.

2016: Luxe white separates that feel polished, likely including a turtleneck.

Furry Coat

2015: Oversize, cozy, and cocoon-like.

2016: Limit your furry effect to a stole or collar.

Loafers

2015: Somewhere in between creepers and oxfords, in patent leather for a look-at-me effect.

2016: Grandma-like, with slipper-esque details. All the It girls got their hands on the Gucci version!

Skinny Suit

2015: Working-woman separates that work as the foundation for must-have accessories.

2016: Slightly mismatched black separates broken up with a crisp white blouse. Give off a cool-girl effect with slippers or flats.

Trainer Shoes

2015: Flashy against a feminine silhouette, like a dress or A-line midi skirt.

2016: The unexpected finish to a casual street style look — Yeezy Boosts work, if you can get your hands on them.