While it would be nice to be able to completely overhaul your wardrobe whenever you like — say, every season — that’s not financially feasible for most of us. Sure, it’s tempting to embrace all of the newness you see on the runways but you don’t want to drain your bank account in the process. Luckily, starting out the year in style doesn’t require such drastic measures. There are plenty of quick, easy ways to update your look little by little for Spring 2018 using just a few strategic swaps. Click through above to see nine style switches to make ASAP.
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Quick Switches You Can Make to Update Your Look for 2018
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Swap: Bomber Jackets
The silhouette that wouldn't die, bombers are ready to be retired for now. If you're craving a sporty topper...
Elie Saab Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Windbreakers
...try the Spring 2018 sleeper hit in that category as seen at Isabel Marant: the windbreaker.
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Your Bomber for a Windbreaker
Instead of the neons of yore, try your windbreaker in ultra-flattering army green.
Free People Ellie Windbreaker, $88.80 at Nordstrom
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Swap: Millennial Pink
Yes, it's time for a new hue. While pink dominated previously in a way that couldn't be ignored, Spring 2018 saw...
Sies Marjan Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Lavender
...purple reign on the runways (and let's not forget the color of the year is violet).
Tibi Spring 2018; Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Millennial Pink for Lavender
A tissue-thin knit in lavender will feel easy and on trend.
Farrow Alexa Sweater in Lavender, $60 at Need Supply Co.
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Swap: Saturated Vinyl
Slick, glossy styles made for street style bait like whoa. The next iteration as per Chanel and more?
Balenciaga Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Transparent Plastic
Lucite and transparent plastic is the clear front-runner for 2018.
Chanel Spring 2018; Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Saturated Vinyl for Transparent Plastic
Try the transparent trend in an accessory like a structured handbag to start.
Policy Handbags The Collette - Black, $88 at Policy Handbags
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Swap: Distressed Denim
Denim this season promises to be...
Alexander Wang Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Dark Denim
...a little more clean and polished as seen at Y/Project.
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Distressed Denim for Dark Denim
Go for a zip-front pair of jeans in dark indigo for an instant upgrade.
ASOS High Waist Authentic Straight Leg Jeans With Back Zip Through Rise Detail in Raw Indigo, $56 at ASOS
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Swap: Full Midi Skirts
The librarian-style skirt has run its course...
Gucci Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Pencil Skirts
Get your vixen on in a more fitted silhouette a la Fendi.
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap a Full Midi for a Pencil Skirt
Moon River Rhett Buttoned Pencil Skirt, $118 at Anthropologie
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Swap: Cold Shoulders
We told you the 2000s were returning. Ditch the 90s cut-outs and...
Roland Mouret Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Spaghetti Straps
...bare your shoulders with sliver-thin straps, like those spotted at Dries Van Noten.
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Cold Shoulders for Spaghetti Straps
& Other Stories Spades Print Top, $55 at & Other Stories
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Swap: Skater Sneakers
Stan Smiths and Vans will always be classics but the new way to look effortlessly on-trend?...
Tommy Hilfiger Spring 2016 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Grandpa Sneakers
Chunky sneakers that look like your pop-pop may have worn them. Hey, if Celine says it's cool, it's cool.
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Skater Sneakers for Grandpa Sneakers
Steve Madden Current, $89.95 at Steve Madden
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Swap: Block Heels
Not ready to let go of your comfy lower heels? Same. Luckily...
Marni Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: Kitten Heels
...the kitten heel is back and better than ever (just ask Miu Miu).
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Block Heels for Kitten Heels
Try your kitten heels in a fun, saturated hue.
Sam Edelman Laney Pointy Toe Mule, $109.95 at Nordstrom
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Swap: Tassel Earrings
Boho-inspired cord earrings can take a breather for now. This spring...
Desigual Spring 2017 Image: Imaxtree
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Shop: 80s-Inspired Statement Earrings
...prepare to get your Dynasty on as per Saint Laurent. Because what's more fun than a sparkly statement earring?
Image: Imaxtree
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Swap Silk Tassel Earrings for 80s-Inspired Statement Earrings
Express Crossover Rhinestone Fringe Drop Earrings, $20.93 at Express
