
While some would say that your 20s are your golden years, we beg to differ. By 30, you’ve kind of sort of figured sh*t out — your personal style included. Embellished loafers are your jam, while kitten heels make you cringe. And you’ve more or less accepted the fact that you’ll never, ever be caught dead in a bustier top. There are, however, a few stragglers that don’t necessarily jibe with your newfound style sensibilities (now that you are a legit adult) but continue to kick it in your closet nonetheless. Which is why we’re here for a bit of a sartorial intervention, giving you a nudge in the right direction of style glory by weeding out these 11 “wardrobe essentials” by the time you turn 30.
Switch Low Rise Jeans for Classic or Boyfriend Denim
H&M Vintage High Cropped Jeans
Keepsake Without You Dress
Switch Bodycons for Flirty Cocktail Dresses
Lady Grey Tangent Ring in Gold
Sub Cheap Costume Jewelry for Quality Pieces With Edge
Topshop Midi Denim Skirt
Swap Denim Mini Skirts for Sleek Pencil Skirts
Zara Leather Jacket
Leave Two-in-One Duds for Versatile Forever Pieces
H&M Pull-On Pants
Let Go of Leggings for Smart Track Pants or Tailored Joggers
Mango Message Cotton Sweatshirt
Ditch Collegiate Hoodies for Sleek Sweatshirts
Loéil Jaclyn Slingback Mule
Give Up Sky-high Stilettos for Chic Kitten or Block Heels
Journelle Isabel Balconette Bra
Lose Worse-for-the-Wear Undergarments for Quality Lingerie
ASOS Pleated Satin Skirt With Marble Print
Drop Micro-Mini Anything for Modern Midi Silhouettes
Monogram Tunnel Vision
Scrap Cutesy or Sequin Tees for Chic Graphic Tops
Libby MacCarthy
Libby MacCarthy is an urban planner turned writer with a love (bordering on unhealthy obsession) of all things fashion and beauty related. She lives for perfectly brewed coffee, farmer's markets, dinner parties and perusing impeccably designed boutiques. When she's not on the hunt for the latest trends, you'll likely find her plotting her next adventure or nose deep in a book. Libby currently splits her time between the East Coast and her adopted home of France. Follow her daily adventures on Instagram.