Have a wardrobe clear-out

One of the first steps that you need to take when it comes to ensuring that you are able to dress in a way that is on-trend, is to have a wardrobe clear-out. Take the time to sort through your wardrobe, picking out any items that you no longer like, don’t wear, or that don’t fit you anymore - there’s no point hoarding clothing, so take the time to have a good old clear out. You will feel better for it - a clearer wardrobe will allow you to see what items you’ve got, and determine how best to utilise them.

Any items that are summer-only items and you know that you won’t wear during the winter months, consider packing away and storing. That way you will leave your wardrobe clear for your autumn-winter wardrobe. When it comes to your wardrobe, the more space you have, the better, as that way it’s easier to see what items of clothing you have.

Look at what you've already got

The next step is to think about the items of clothing you have already got, and which ones you could incorporate into your autumn-winter 2020 looks. For instance, if you have items like pinafore dresses, plain skirts, jeans, and dungarees, these are fairly versatile items and don’t tend to change that much from season to season.

For example, a pinafore dress is a pinafore dress, and the design rarely changes. What might change, however, is how and what you wear a pinafore dress with, such as the colours, for instance. The good news is that by simply buying a new top in an on-trend colour, you can update an out-of-season pinafore dress, making it look like an on-trend item. It’s not just top colour that you can change either, you can also incorporate a quirky - and on-trend - pair of tights or boosts, for instance.

The fact is that you can easily utilise the garments you already have to create a number of on-trend, seasonal looks. It’s just a case of getting creative with what you’ve got, that’s all.

Create a capsule wardrobe

If you don’t already have a capsule wardrobe, now is the ideal time to create one. What is a capsule wardrobe and what is the benefit? A capsule wardrobe is simply a wardrobe of clothing where everything can be worn together - it’s a wardrobe that is versatile and accommodating, not to mention a wardrobe that keeps clothing costs low.

Creating a capsule wardrobe means putting together a collection of versatile clothing that will allow you to create a number of different looks that are stylish and on-trend. What’s great about a capsule wardrobe is that it can last for years, as you simply need to switch out certain basic garments as seasons and trends change.

So, what are some capsule wardrobe staples and what basics are needed to pair with them? In terms of staples, ideally, you would want to have: black jeans, blue jeans, simple skirts - ideally in monochrome tones - and a couple of different pinafore dress colours and styles. These items make up your staples, and then teamed with a collection of seasonal basics, such as on-trend tees, tights, jumpers, and cardigans. You can utilise a few basic items in the colour and style of the season’s trends to ensure that your capsule wardrobe always remains up to date - it’s a simple yet effective method of staying on-trend without breaking the bank.

Incorporate some new garments to team with your clothing

As touched on slightly above, a simple way to update an old look is by incorporating some new garments to team with older clothing. You would be amazed at how easy it is to update and upgrade an old look with a couple of new items. For autumn-winter 2020, jewel tones, metallics, lilac, and toffee-shades are on-trend, so buying garments and accessories in these colours can help you to update an old look more easily.

For instance, say you’ve got a gorgeous pair of black skinnies, these are truly versatile and will last for years, as jeans never go out of style even if new cuts come in each season. If you want to update the way in which you wear your jeans to meet the new season’s style trends, you might want to invest in a few new items to team with them. For a casual look, a simple tee tucked into your jeans, and topped with a shacket - aka a shirt jacket - could look fantastic, especially if you opt for a shacket in one of the on-trend tones - army green is a popular colour this season.

Utilise accessories to add style

Another simple way to add style to your look, and ensure that you are dressed in a way that meets this season’s trends, is to think about using accessories to update your look. You would be amazed at just how easily a few carefully throughout accessories can really lift an older look and make it look brand new again.

Wondering what items you can utilise to upgrade your look? There’s no limit to what works, from scarves, bags and tights to boots, cardigans, and hairbands, not to mention eyeglasses of course. If you’re someone who wears glasses, you can use your glasses to update your look and ensure that you are on-trend for the season at hand. When it comes to sourcing smart, stylish, fashionable glasses, resources like www.eyeglasses.com are invaluable. When it comes to adding style to a look, often it’s the little things that make all of the difference.

Jewellery is another option for adding a sense of on-trend style to your look - if you want to update an old look using accessories, a few carefully selected pieces of jewellery can help you to do that - even costume jewellery will do the trick.

Shoes are of course another way that you can update an older look - it’s just a case of choosing the right shoes to match the season. By upgrading your go-to shoe collection for the start of a new season, you can help to keep your look smart, stylish, and on-trend. Of course, if you have shoes such as ankle boots, for instance, these tend to stand the test of time and don’t really need updating, as they will last for years and still look on-trend. However, if you want to add a pair or two of new season-style shoes to your wardrobe, this can help you to more seamlessly update your look further.

The fact is that when it comes to the new season fashion trends, it’s easy to feel like you have to buy an entirely new wardrobe. However, the fact is that not everyone is able to afford to completely update their wardrobe each season - and to be totally honest, doing so is a huge waste. Just because an item of clothing is from last season or the season before, that doesn’t mean that it can’t look good - it’s just a case of knowing how to update your overall look by making a few small, simple changes.

Hopefully, the guide above will help you to learn how to seasonally update your look without having to replace your entire wardrobe in the process. Believe it or not, it’s actually easier than you might think to update your wardrobe by implementing a few new garments in the season’s on-trend colours and styles. If you’re stuck for ideas, you can find plenty of ideas and inspiration online - it’s just a case of taking the time to find the inspiration that you need to look and feel good whatever the season and year.