One of the challenges of building a wardrobe is keeping up with fashion trends. As you collect clothing items it is not uncommon to eventually find yourself standing in front of a closet that is full of clothes that are out of date but that still have a lot of wear left in them. If you want to get more wear out of these quality items then you need to learn how to update older pieces with accessories and styling.

Accessorizing Within Jewelry
One of the easiest ways to update the look of an older dress, shirt or suit is to use jewelry. Necklaces in particular can be very helpful at modifying the look of a clothing item to make it more modern and chic. For example, the style of the necklace, its length, its colors and the size of the beads on the necklace will influence how modern or stylish your new outfit will look. To modernize the look of your wardrobe just select a necklace that is fashionable for today's standards and that also compliments the colors of your older wardrobe pieces.

Accessorizing With Belts
Belts are a great fashion styling item. They can be used to change the shape of an older piece of clothing to make it more fashion forward. Belts are also relatively inexpensive so you can afford to invest in multiple pieces. The height of the belt, its color, its buckle design and its general pattern will be useful in updating the look of an old suit, an old shirtdress or an older pair of slacks. You can also use belts to add a punch of color to an otherwise neutral outfit. If you are losing weight, belts can be used to modify your clothes' fit until you are ready to buy a smaller size.

Other Accessories
Hats, scarves, gloves and leggings are other accessories that you can use to modernize your out-dated wardrobe. All of these items are relatively inexpensive so it is okay to buy trendier looks. You will need them to be trendy as they will be what update the look of your outfits. As you buy accessories, however, think about what you are going to be comfortable wearing. If you are not a rhinestones and leopard print type of person don't buy accessories with these design features. Remember your wardrobe is supposed to reflect who you are.

Every sport that you are serious about requires proper gear. If you are a runner, the gear you need is a versatile wardrobe that will take you through the various climate changes during the year and that will also fit the running events that you enter. Regardless if you are a recreational jogger or a professional runner, you need to build at least a basic running wardrobe.

Undergarments
The best place to start when building a runner's wardrobe is undergarments. This foundational layer is going to be what protects your skin from rashes, rubbing burns, blisters and discomfort. Men will want to focus on underpants that offer extra support and bounce control, as well as moisture wicking properties. For women, a quality jog bra will be worth its weight in gold. If you are a woman who has had a baby or who is carrying a little extra weight in your abdomen, then a high waisted, supportive pair of underpants will also help make your running more comfortable. Finally, both men and women will need running socks. These socks offer extra padding in the heel, the balls of the feet and the back of the ankle.

Training Clothes
When you are training, your clothing items will need to reflect what time of year you are training. During transitional seasons, fall and spring, you will want to select training clothes that are layered. This will include a thin long sleeved shirt, running pants, a vest and a windbreaker. For warm weather training you will want to select from a collection of running shorts, t-shirts, tank tops, and great jog bras. Cold weather runs can be accommodated with thermal underwear, a warmer jacket and an extra layering shirt.

Racing Clothes
The clothes that you race in are going to be slightly different from the clothes that you train in. Your racing clothes will be more fashionable, aero dynamic and lighter in weight. If you race in the winter months or at high elevations, then you may want to start the race with a few layers of stylish running clothes and as the temperatures climb you can remove layers and drop them off with your support crew.