Are you bored of your closet? I’ve got a few easy tips to help you refresh your wardrobe without buying anything new! It just takes a little creativity and a bit of effort. Give these a try.
Need a wardrobe refresh? I’ve got some easy tips!
If you’re stuck in a rut with your closet and need a wardrobe refresh but don’t want to spend any money, here are a few tips!
Sometimes all you need is a new outlook to make your closet feel refreshed.
outfit details
OLD NAVY WINDOWPANE TOP | ANTHROPOLOGIE PANTS (wearing my normal size 26) | TARGET CROSSBODY BAG | SIMILAR SNEAKERS |
6 ways to refresh your closet without buying anything
1. Wear a piece in a new way.
This is such an easy way to bring new life to a piece. Here are some easy ideas:
- Add a belt to a dress to give it a new look or some shape, if the dress is boxy
- Put a top over a dress so the dress looks like a skirt
- Put a skirt over a dress so it looks like a top
- Wear a long sleeve tee around your waist with a dress
- Try a jacket completely zipped or buttoned and worn as a top
Get creative and make the most out of your closet!
2. Wear an unexpected pair of shoes.
- Wear a pair of sneakers with a dress.
- Dress up your tee and jeans with some stilettos for date night.
- Roll up your boyfriend jeans and wear them with tall ankle boots.
- Wear bright white sneakers with a dark, neutral outfit.
- Add a splash of color with some bright flats.
There are endless possibilities — you won’t know how good it could look until you try it! (And keep in mind, some shoe options might not work, but they’re worth trying. Almost every day I stand in front of the mirror with two different shoes on and lift one foot, then the other, trying to decide between two pairs. You might find your new favorite outfit this way!)
3. Add an accessory.
- Add a belt to your outfit!
- I love adding a hat to an outfit — you could do a baseball hat or a fedora!
- Try layering a few necklaces.
- Don’t forget a stack of bracelets — that can add so much to an outfit!
- If your outfit is super basic, a pair of statement earrings is a great option to add some fun.
4. Try a new color combination.
This is one of my favorites. I always create my favorite outfits when I experiment with new color combos.
- Need some new color combination ideas? Try one of these!
- Try a monochromatic look like one of these.
- Or try a bold solid black and white combo.
- Or try a bold new color with some pieces already in your closet — this hashtag has some great videos that will give you ideas!
Look through your closet and find two things you’ve never paired together before. It’s a fun way to make the most of your closet.
5. Refashion something in your closet
I’ve got a bunch of blog posts with easy ideas to dye, embellish, tailor, chop, or somehow re-work an item in your closet. Check them out right here!
- Chop a pair of jeans into shorts
- Cut a shirt to be a little more cropped
- Cut long sleeves into short sleeves
- Hem a dress to be shorter
- Add embellishments to your jeans or a bag
6. Do a clothing swap with friends
Have you ever done one of these before? They’re really fun and simple. Just invite over a bunch of girlfriends and everyone brings a bag of items to swap. It can be anything — shoes, jewelry, jackets, clothing, whatever they want! Then “shop” and chat and hang out. It’s a fun and free girls night!
Any other ideas to refresh your closet? Share in the comments!
Great ideas Merrick! How about…clothing swap with similar sized friends/sisters. Raid your husbands closet for that perfect, oversized slouchy sweater. Accessorize!
Great ideas! Saving for later for inspo!
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genius!
I think I have all the ingredients for this! lol Boots just delivered today!
I’ve been trying to spend less on clothes and these are such great tips for refreshing your wardrobe! I’ve definitely been trying to style things I already own in new ways, but I also want to try new color combinations. Thanks for sharing!
-Helen
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Cute, comfy and stylish outfit! 🙂
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Scarves! I have more than a few scarves in my wardrobe and they’re perfect for changing up the same outfit. I recently splurged and bought six new ones and although three of them have polka dots, they are different to each other. plus I had to have a floral and a quirky cat one too. The forecast for the next few days here in Brisbane is for a heatwave [thanks Summer], so I will be using my new scarf collection to keep the sun off my shoulders outside and keep the aircon off my shoulders inside the office!
I wish I lived in a climate where I could layer clothing and not sweat to death.
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Loving this post! Refreshing your closet doesn’t have to break the bank. These 6 easy tips will help you update your wardrobe without buying anything new. From wearing a piece in a new way to trying a new color combination, there are so many ways to breathe new life into your old clothes. My favorite tip is to add an accessory – a simple hat or belt can completely transform an outfit!”