In general, I try to avoid falling into any sort of trend-cycle trap. I believe that personal style is all about deciding which pieces you feel most passionately about and wearing

them with reckless abandon, no matter if they're technically "in" or "out." That being said, it's still justifiable to keep your eye on designers and items that are having a moment in the spotlight and adding those to your rotation if they seem like a good fit. In other words, you can participate in fashion trends without considering them the be-all and end-all.

Keeping this in mind, I took stock of my existing wardrobe to identify which trends I've invested in over the last year or so that are no longer serving a purpose. Five, in particular, stood out to me as items that I'm simply not wearing anymore. Ahead, find out which trends have become irrelevant in my wardrobe and what pieces I'm replacing them with for the months ahead.