Constantly shopping for clothes can negatively affect your wallet, self-esteem, and the planet.

Knowing your style is an immense source of self-love waiting to be harvested.

There is also something truly rewarding about caring for your possessions and using them for a long time.

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Let’s take it a step further.

What would happen if new clothing purchases were completely avoided?

When it comes to following trends, it’s all circular.

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Everything that was once popular fashion-wise is coming back and will continue to come back.

Hence, maybe the pieces that will fashionably get you through spring are already in your closet!

From “westerncore” and “barbiecore,” there will always be a new microtrend to explore.

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If you have a clothing item you truly enjoy using, like a shirt, the possibilities are endless.

If possible, you might try upcycling them into a completely new piece.

It can continue to be washed, dyed, torn apart, and reconstructed into something new."

Rework your ill-fitting jeans into a low-rise maxi skirt!

The possibilities are endless.

If you’re not particularly crafty, consider taking your garments to a tailor.

Pair pieces you usually wouldn’t or use accessories!

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Take some time and go shopping in your closet.

You never know what you might end up with!