It's 2017, which means all your New Year's style resolutions are now in play. No pressure. Whether you've committed to trying a new trend or finally tossed that item from your closet [1], they are all steps to becoming the fashion girl you aspire to be. If you're still struggling with where to start, however, we complied nine more easy tips for overhauling your style.
Consider the following list of "do more of this and less of that," your guide to this year's top trends and concepts. Every girl will be looking at this list closely, and once you take a peek, you'll realize all the tips are actually achievable. If you need more inspiration afterward, challenge yourself to complete our 31 days of styling hacks [2], because we're sensing you'll want a fresh OOTD for the 'gram.
More '80s Than '90s
It's confirmed that you'll see more '80s influence in clothes for the New Year, and if you know how to interpret them, they won't look dated. From leather miniskirts and pants to bold shoulders, choose a style you want to try and then follow our guide on how to rock the piece [5].
More Seasonless Fashion Than Of-the-Moment Items
Stop investing in the item you'll wear only once and invest in items you'll wear year round. You first saw this concept on the runways, where designers released see-now-buy-now collections, paying no attention to whether dresses or skirts work for Fall or not (they do!). It just depends on how you style them.
More Comfortable Than Complicated Fashion
What do pajama dressing [6] and loafers [7] have to do with each other in 2017? It's all about feeling comfortable in what you're wearing while still looking put-together and elevated.
More Conscious Shopping Than Mass-Market Looks
This is the year to tap into a mindful approach about where your clothes come from and who creates them. While eco-friendly collections are not novel, continuing to embrace and support these smaller platforms and designers puts you ahead of the fashion game. This idea goes back to the whole "quality over quantity" statement.
More Colors Than Just Black
Blush tones, reds, and yellows were popular on the Spring 2017 runways [8], but you don't have to wait for warmer weather to start wearing these trends. Work the colors into your Winter tops and jackets for a wear-now situation.
More Baring Your Legs Than Covered-Up Looks
According to designer Rebecca Taylor, dresses for Spring 2017 will be all about the length [9]. Specifically, midi and minis. Though you might not be able to show off your legs the way you want for Winter, keep in mind the pieces you like to scoop up for Spring.
More Exaggerated Sleeves Than Shoulder Cutouts
While off-the-shoulder tops still remain popular with some, it's really the sleeves everyone will be talking about in the New Year. Whether they're billowy or ruffled up, sleeves are the It details in any outfit you'll wear.
More Focus on Accessories Than You Have in the Past
Don't let accessories — from necklaces to belts — collect dust in the back of the your closet. Bring the pieces out to play, and if you need a refresher on how to wear them, we have you covered [10]. It's the easy way to instantly up your outfits.
More Wearing What You Love Than Caring What People Think
At the top of every girl's style resolutions should always be: "Wear more of what you love." If you have a signature look or take on a trend, don't be afraid to commit to it 100 percent. No matter what year you're in, there will always be critics, so just ignore them and wear what you want.