From top: chocolate brown nail polish / medium brown nail polish / sweatshirt / suede shoulder bag / suede and leather bucket bag / sneakers /

As 2024 comes to an end, a new era in how we spend our money, and how we portray ourselves to the outside world, begins. 2025 is all about conscious spending, understated elegance, and keeping them guessing. So, without further ado, here is what to shelve in the new year, and what to rock on the streets.

Goodbye 2024

Peach Fuzz: This pale version of orange didn’t really catch on, but will make a soft accent to Mocha Mousse, so if you have it in your closet, mix it with mocha. Otherwise, store your peachy hues for when pastels make a comeback.

Structured looks: Structured is out, soft and slouchy is in. Store your over-starched apparel and handbags, it’s all about soft, luxurious comfort in the new year.

Bright colors: Being the brightest in the room is out. Get understated and shelve the bright hues.

Obvious style or brand: It isn’t enough to just shun logos anymore, the style you wear, or carry, should not be recognizable by designer or brand. Make them ask what you are wearing or carrying.

Spending thousands of dollars on designer goods: Now that some designers have been exposed for manufacturing a handbag for $25 and charging $4000, we know better than to spend our money on overpriced fashion. Look for no-name brands, understated labels, and emerging designers who charge for their craftsmanship and are not price gouging you.

Hello 2025:

Mocha Mousse: This unlikely hue is the color of 2025. You don’t need to be exact with it, so focus on shades of brown you love, and will work within your wardrobe. Natural hues rule.

Soft and Slouchy looks: Gone are the days of uncomfortable fashion. Look for soft fabrics and silhouettes you can love and live in.

Earth tones: In addition to shades of brown, shades of green and colors found in nature are hotter than hot as we move into 2025. Time to be one with nature.

IYKYK: OK, so this has been around for years, but in 2025 it is really important. People should have to ask who makes your bag or clothing item, it should not be obvious. Therefore, items people know, even without logos, are out.

Thoughtful spending: Inflation is no joke, and with some designers’ price gouging us, it is no wonder that purchasing designer goods which are horrendously marked up in price is out. When you part with your hard earned dollars, make sure the item you are buying is actually worth the price. Otherwise, spend elsewhere.

There you have it. 2025 is all about elegantly blending in and not lining the pockets of greedy brands. Cheers to the new year and spending wisely!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

pictured: caramel top handle bag / flare jeans /

Well, snap! This is the hardest Goodbye-Hello post I have had to write! 2023 was all about investment dressing, classic lines, and staying far away from logos. 2024 is kinda the same! So, I will do my best to find things to say Goodbye to! Here goes!

Goodbye 2023

Viva Magenta: Did this color ever take off? Not really. Bye-bye!

Bright hues: Neon and ultra bright hues are done. Look for a softer color palette as we move into the new year.

Distressed jeans: Torn jeans are over. Look for more classic washes in 2024.

Flashy jewelry: Time to store your flashy jewels and over-the-top jewelry. As we move into a slower economy, flashing expensive jewelry is considered gauche.

Logo handbags: Not sure why I have to repeat this, but I still see a handful of people wearing them. Store your logo-wear, it’s over.

Funky colored hair: No more green, blue, pink or other colors in your hair. Hair color should be natural and soft.

Hello 2024

Peach Fuzz: Are you peachy over Peach Fuzz? Soft colors and pastel hues are going to be hot this year! Look for peachy hues in 2024.

Soft hues: Soft hues are what’s hot! Look for softer neutrals and colors as we move into the spring season.

Clean jeans: No more tears! Jeans this year are whole, without parts missing. Take note.

Investment jewelry: As the economy slows down, it is time to invest in timeless, understated jewelry. Look for clean hoops, quiet bracelets and earrings, and smaller necklaces.

Doctor bags: The emerging trend in handbags is the return of the doctor bag. Think dome shaped bags, rhombus shaped bags, and the Givenchy Antigona; all with two tops handles.

Natural hued hair: Stick with hair color found in nature as we move into the new year. No more unnatural colors which only look good for three days after you dyed your hair. Look for hair color found on people’s heads.

Well, there you have it! Goodbye 2023, and hello 2024! What are you excited about in the new year?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy