Upgrade your wardrobe by swapping out old trends for the new.
Are you bored of everything in your closet right now?
Okay, that might be an exaggerated question, but we know that feeling when you look into your wardrobe in the morning and you can't help but let out a big sigh.
The easiest way to make your lineup more exciting is by adding in new trend pieces. Now, we're not saying to throw out last year's buys, but we suggest giving your over-worn pieces a break by swapping them out for of-the-moment alternatives.
Ahead, see which of summer's biggest trends are worth upgrading for.
Swap: Lucite Shoes
Buy: Strappy Sandals
See-through, PVC, lucite footwear was everywhere in 2018 (we blame the Kardashian-Jenners), but this year is all about the strappy shoe. Heeled sandals with floss-like straps that give off minimalist '90s vibes is all the rage right now, and it's proving to be extremely versatile -- it literally goes with any outfit.
Shop the Trend:
Leather Sandals, $60 at H&M
Zayla Heels, $120 at Dolce Vita
Knotted Sandals, $129 at & Other Stories
Swap: Straight-Leg Jeans
Buy: White Wide-Leg Jeans
Vintage-inspired straight-leg jeans are a wardrobe essential. But if you're tired of blue denim, we recommend trying out white, ivory or cream-colored wide-leg, cropped designs. They pair flawlessly with summer tops and have a modern flair about them.
Shop the Trend:
Free People Ranger Wide Leg Jean, $78 at Revolve
Modern Wide Leg Crop Jeans, $80 at LOFT
AGOLDE Ren High Rise Jeans, $168 at Shopbop
Swap: Wrap Dress
Buy: Square Neck Dress
Wrap dresses, short or long, continue to be a no-brainer choice for any season when you want to look feminine and polished (Kate Middleton seems to agree). However, fashion girls and influencers everywhere are currently obsessed with romantic, vintage-like frocks with square necklines and puff sleeves.
Shop the Trend:
Feel Your Halo Dress, $54 at Showpo
ASTR The Label Bea Minidress, $128 at Nordstrom
Marabella Dress, $248 at Reformation
Swap: Leopard Print
Buy: Fruit Print
Animal print -- leopard in particular -- has been the top ubiquitous trend, both on and off the runways. This summer, shake up our print lineup with fruit motifs. It's playful, quirky and immediately exudes vacation vibes.
Shop the Trend:
Socialite Print Tie Front Top, $39 at Nordstrom
Bershka Fruit Printed Jumpsuit, $56 at ASOS
Song of Style Blaire Pant, $188 at Revolve
Swap: Belt Bag
Buy: Top-Handle Mini Bag
The reemergence of the belt bag, no matter how popular, was hard to chew for most. Luckily, a more wearable bag trend is well underway -- the top-handle mini bag. It's the combination of an elegant, ladylike tote and a going-out clutch, and today's iterations are fun. Just grab and show it off.
Shop the Trend:
Want Hanging On the Telephone Bag, $30 $12 at Nasty Gal
Mason Mini Bag, $40 at Topshop
Zara Glitter Mini Bag, $50
Swap: Belted Swimsuit
Buy: Balconette Style
The belted maillot was one of the most coveted swimsuit styles last summer. And although we are keeping the one-piece forever (it's so flattering!), we're seeking a bikini with a balconette top that provides support and defines our shape.
Shop the Trend:
Triangle Bikini Top, $18; High-Leg Bikini Bottoms, $13 at Forever 21
Maui Top, $96; Maui Bottom, $79 at Monday Swimwear
Faithfull The Brand Djerra Check Print Bikini, $179
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