It's 2016, when last year's wardrobe has become completely dated and useless. Just kidding. Just because we're shopping for new trends [1] 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 [2] 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 [3].
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 [4]!
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.