Style Resolutions I’m Making Halfway Through the Year
By Maleah Puente
We’re a little over halfway through 2025, the seasons are shifting, and the world is changing. While fashion might seem like a light topic right now in the grand scheme of things, it’s deeply tied to our identity, wellbeing, and honestly, it’s just fun. So here are a few style resolutions I'm making as we head into the second half of the year.
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Take More Fit Pics (Even if They’re Just for Me)
Taking pictures of my outfits is such a helpful tool. I often have days where I feel like I have nothing to wear while staring at my closet full of clothes. I get “fashion-block.” Having documentation of previous outfits can help inspire a new look or just give me a quick outfit when I’m in a rush. I find this to be much more useful than opening Pinterest to look for outfit inspo, knowing full well that I do not have any of those pieces in my closet (guilty). So now, I take pictures of even the simplest outfits. If I feel cute in it, I know I’ll want to wear it again.
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Dressing for the Day I Want to Have
Getting ready for the day, even if I’m spending it at home, is always a fun way to lift my mood. But shifting my vibe, whether that’s romanticizing errands or wearing an aesthetic I typically wouldn’t wear, helps me shape the day I want to have. As cliché as it sounds, I am the main character in my life, so I will dress the part. I am in control of my energy, and how I present myself has always played a huge role in that. Transforming into whoever I want to become has brought out a renewed creativity that I need to feel confident.
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Thrift More
I will always be a huge advocate for thrifting. While it does take time, it will always be my first option when shopping for outfits for a vacation, a special event, and building my dream closet. Shopping second-hand feels far more rewarding than purchasing an eight-dollar dress online that will be out of trend in a year and likely fall apart on its second wear. Thrifting allows an opportunity to find one-of-a-kind pieces that have proven to stand the test of time.
