How I Solved My Number 1 Shopping Struggle

Just to be clear, I like my style. I consider myself a pioneer of the bandana trend, have mastered mixing prints, and have successfully completed every single one of our styling hacks. But post-25, pieces I once loved often made me feel uncomfortable, forcing me to ask myself, "Would an 'adult' wear this?"

Above is an example of an outfit I'd now say "no" to, and I only just wore it last November (my birthday was this past May, for reference). Staring at my closet, I knew it was time for a change.