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5 styles that are out for 2015

OUT: Mini skirts; IN: Midi skirts

Say buh-bye to all that thigh. Consider the midi the sophisticated cousin to the wild-child mini of 2014.

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OUT: Pop-art clutches; IN: Ladylike handbags

Boom! And just like that, the ubiquitous graphic clutch was forced to make way for the more-polished top-handle bag.

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OUT: Birkenstock-style sandals; IN: Clogs

In the ugly-shoe wars, the indomitable Birkenstock style no longer has the clear edge. Prepare to get your shuffle on in an equally comfy clog in the new year.

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OUT: Plaid; IN: Gingham

Check it out: No longer just for the boys, gingham is our new go-to — lighter, brighter and more feminine than traditional plaids.

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OUT: Radiant orchid; IN: Marsala

Pantone’s color of 2014, Radiant Ochid, is so over. Now, pop the cork and take a swig of rich, full-bodied Marsala: The earthy-chic hue is destined to color everything from cheeks to chairs in the new year.

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