Every new year, we are tasked with assigning and implementing new year’s resolutions. If you’re anything like me, you might have arrived at the goal of betting on your stylistic choices this year. When I think about my fashion resolutions for 2025, I think about experimenting with my personal style, consuming more ethically and environmentally conscious, getting rid of the clothes I don’t need, and limiting my extensive shopping sprees. If any of these resolutions sound appealing for your new year, keep reading!
Shopping With Intention
Ever catch yourself constantly shopping at the same online stores, maybe to the point when all you wear are just a few brands? Are they fast fashion? This year let’s think about shopping with the intention to better the environment and avoid an overflowing closet. One step is to thrift more!Â
Here are 3 of my favorite thrift stores in NOLA:Â
Salvation Army  Â
Identifying Styles as Opposed to Brands
In the process of finding whatever your personal style means or looks like to you, try not to let yourself be confined to one particular aesthetic. TikTok clothing trends like, “coquette” or “old money”, may make it seem like there is one aesthetic or style meant for you. This year, let’s put the aesthetics aside when shopping and purchase things that actually make you happy and feel confident. One tip is to look for colors, textures, patterns, and silhouettes when shopping as opposed to brands.Â
AccessoriesÂ
Tired of being an outfit repeater? Look for more accessories to spice up the outfits you can find in your closet! Instead of doing extensive clothing hauls and shopping sprees the second you feel bored with your clothes, try buying new accessories to spice up the clothes in your own closet! Here are a few of my favorite accessory brands:Â
Nahall (all-time favorite for bags!)
Closet CleanoutsÂ
Is your closet full and your drawers won’t close? Seems like it’s time to start donating and selling old clothes. Instead of throwing away old clothes, give life back to your garments by giving back! Not only are you saving space in your wardrobe, but you are helping others fill theirs! Here are some simple and efficient websites to sell your old clothes on:
Shopping In-Person More Than OnlineÂ
Shopping in-store prevents us from overconsumption. When you order online, you are typically more inclined to buy more, especially from fast fashion websites when they are usually more affordable, making it so you get more for less. But this usually leads us to have overflowing closets of clothes we wear once or twice. Online shopping, particularly from fast fashion brands, also causes major harm to the environment. Shopping in person at your local thrift store, small business, or ethically friendly clothing store is a great step in buying pieces you will actually wear without hurting the environment!
Invest in a Cute Set
Spice up your everyday outfits and loungewear with a staple set. Whether you’re running errands all day, going to class, or lounging on a cozy Sunday morning, a stylish sweat set could be your new go-to. Not only do sets help limit the amount of clothes you may feel inclined to purchase, but they also have a comfortable outfit ready for you! Let’s take a look at some of my favorite sweat sets:
Lexi Cropped Cashmere Tank and Shorts
Lauren Set
Shop Your Own Closet First!Â
There are a ton of amazing possible outfits in your closet just waiting to be worn in new ways. In addition to saving money, closet shopping promotes thoughtful consumption. Reimagining your current wardrobe will also help you find your personal style with pieces you already know and love. Those old pairs of jeans you haven’t worn in months? Try styling it with a belt! That dress you have been saving for a special occasion but is still yet to be worn? Plan a fun night with your friends and give yourself an excuse to dress up! Â
This year I encourage you to find and stick to a few style goals that will inspire personal expression, creativity, and sustainability. Which resolution will you try first?
About
Lila is the fashion and beauty editor. She is a sophomore from New York City double majoring in Design and Communications with a minor in SLAM. In addition to writing fashion articles, she is a ballet dancer and enjoys vintage shopping, painting, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends.
Lila is the fashion and beauty editor. She is a sophomore from New York City double majoring in Design and Communications with a minor in SLAM. In addition to writing fashion articles, she is a ballet dancer and enjoys vintage shopping, painting, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends.
