Not only did some of my pieces not even fit anymore, but I noticed some of them were on their way (or already) out of style. I'm not sure when they styles started shifting, but it was sometime during my last pregnancy. While I was in new-baby limbo, what was considered "trendy" shifted right under my feet.
I don't fully know what the new rules are, and I also started to realize that I'm reaching that age where I should be going for more timeless looks anyway. So I'm falling back on classic pieces mixed in with a few newer cuts, which I think is an age-appropriate approach now that I'm well into my thirties.
One rule I have picked up on (probably from this Youtube style channel, which is the only such channel I watch), is that right now your lower "half" should look longer than the upper portion of your body. See, I like those concrete rules, and this one is fair enough. I can work with that.
But you'll notice that I still reach for those long flannel shirts in the fall. What can I say, I like what I like.
(I've also heard that showing your socks is back in - all the kids are doing it.)
Anyway, here are a few of my current cozy outfits for the fall, as I've been gradually updated my closet.
A few of my current favorites have come from an under-appreciated store - Walmart! I know there are a lot of Walmart-haters out there, but I have to say, I've been liking a lot of the clothing there lately, and the quality is way better than previously. And actually, it's main competition, Target, has been hit or miss for me for the last year. Is Walmart surpassing Target for my go-to for clothes shopping? I don't know, but I did get some great shorts at Walmart this summer, and I found the tan blazer, the light-wash skinny jeans, the grey t-shirt, and the faux leather joggers there this fall. (The Free Assembly and Scoop brands are particularly good for the price, but you have to check in the store - it's hard to find certain items online.)
Next thing to update - my shoes, since the heels I wore in one of the photos above are literally falling apart. I don't think I've bought any new shoes for the last three-ish years (except sneakers on clearance).
How often do you update your wardrobe? Any new style "rules" you've picked up on?
You look great in all of the outfits! One "rule" I made for me was way back when ripped jeans with holes in them became popular. I determined that I was never going to wear them! I grew up poor; new clothes were very rare and most everything I owned was handed down to me. I hated the thought of my clothes getting holes in them especially my jeans- it would highlight our poorness and that we couldn't afford new clothes readily. So when ripped jeans came into style, I told myself I would never wear them. I should add that I thought the style would end quickly but of course that is not the case! Anyway, I have stayed true to my original thought on them- I've not worn a pair of ripped/ holey jeans since I inadvertently got a hole in my jeans as a child. In many ways, I've liked my rule simply because it makes decisions regarding jeans buying easier. If the jeans have rips or holes in them, I simply don't consider buying them!!
These are all great comfy but still put together looks, thank you for sharing! Please tell me more about those jeans in the photo with the green flannel *heart eyes*
Maria, I totally understand and respect your no holey jeans rule! I start to get tired of all the holes in the jeans too, sometimes you just want a nice pair with no holes. But they’re hard to find! And Anonymous, thank you! Those jeans are from Express! I got them a couple years ago, but they still have a lot of similar styles!
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