I’m generally not one to make New Year’s resolutions because I know I probably won’t keep them. Instead, I like to exceed my own expectations rather than failing to meet impossible standards.
That said, I like to set fashion-oriented goals for myself. Sometimes it’s related to consumption, sometimes it’s about honing in on personal style. So I polled my colleagues on their 2026 goals, too. They span the practical (doing away with the pile of clothes in your bedroom, laying out their clothes the night before) to the curatorial (culling their closets and shopping with intention). Read them below.
I would like to plan my outfits the night before—for real! Actually lay them out so my mornings are less of a hellscape. —Chloe Malle, head of editorial content
I would like to hang up my clothing in a timely manner in 2026. Please note, I said timely, not right away. I am a realist and can’t set myself up for failure. We all have that one spot in our room—mine is a chair—where we throw everything in a giant pile to deal with later. Maybe I’ll actually get to sit in the chair if I really dream big. —Margaux Anbouba, senior beauty wellness editor
My 2026 fashion resolution is to wear more heels. It may just be Peter Pan syndrome, but whenever I wear heels, I feel like I am cosplaying as an adult. For more context, I am 27 (a legal adult of almost a decade) and only 5’1” (and a half!), so I could definitely benefit from the extra couple of inches a sling-back would provide. I have spent years admiring my colleagues as they click-clack around the office in their little heels, so I’ve decided that enough is enough, and 2026 is going to be the year I master wearing a casual heel to work. —Florence O’Connor, content manager
In 2026, I want to invest in some funky pieces to level up my wardrobe basics. With that, I also want to interrogate what funky means to me. Sure, it may not be the red vinyl snakeskin pants my colleague would wear, but a muted print or a splash of bold color might be exactly what I need to give my closet a jolt—all within reason. —Hannah Jackson, fashion writer
I wear heeled or platform boots about 360 days a year. A dress, jeans, a suit, doesn’t matter–boots it is. And while I love that I have accidentally developed a signature, in 2026, I’m challenging myself to actually wear the other shoes in my closet. So if you see me in a shoe that isn’t fully over my ankle, please clap. —Alyssa Hardy, style director, Teen Vogue
This is the year I abide by a “one in, one out” clothing program; there s a fairly big walk-in closet in my new studio apartment (brag), but it’s not big enough to accommodate a ton of frivolous purchases, so I’m committed to donating or selling an item I’m not getting a lot of wear out of before replacing it with a new one. TheRealReal, you will always be famous! —Emma Specter, culture writer
My resolution is to accessorize more (and better). I ve gotten incredibly lazy with my jewelry—the staples stay on 24/7, nothing extra added—and couldn t tell you the last time I swapped out my earrings. Next year I want to put more effort into jazzing up my outfits with the extra touches that I always think look great on others, but rarely incorporate into my own wardrobe. Catch me in anklets and silk scarves in spring 2026. —Madeleine Schulz, US editor, Vogue Business
Once I get past giving birth and postpartum recovery early next year, my 2026 resolution will be about adopting a relaxed hot-mom style. The inspiration? Basically, if J. Law and Rihanna’s new mom in New York City street style had a baby. I’ve always loved a big blazer and loose pants and slightly uncomfortable flats as an everyday go-to, but now I want to add new comfy shoes, more functionality (think lots of pockets), and a very chic diaper bag to my rotation. —Stephanie Kariuki, executive producer, The Run Through With Vogue
I want to challenge myself to go more preppy and classic. I have been on a big Ralph Lauren kick lately and am lusting over his classic cashmere cableknit sweaters for the new year. For someone who typically leans more colorful or grungy, stepping into a more muted and timeless fashion mood feels fresh. —Christian Allaire, senior fashion writer
My fashion resolution for this year is to switch up my pants game. I wear jeans probably 355 days of the year, so in 2026 I’m hoping to add some new styles to my wardrobe. Today I wore corduroys, so maybe this is the first step. —Irene Kim, production editorial associate
I want to establish a uniform for each season that is stylish, simple, and unique to me! —Gaetane Lewis, director of audience
A long overdue resolution, but I am ready to embrace more color (shocking, I know.) A pop of red, an autumnal hue, maybe even a leopard print (I’ve heard it s basically a neutral now anyway?!) Something is drawing me towards color and print, and, unlike this year, when I’ve had the urge but nothing in my wardrobe to satisfy, in 2026 I’ll be prepared! —Libby Page, executive shopping director
In the new year, my goal is to be more intentional with incorporating color in my wardrobe. Think reds, blues, shades of pink and green. Once I determined which color looks best with my skin tone, hair, and eye colors, I wanted to ensure that I have enough pieces to enhance those. —Kylee McGuigan, production manager
I’ve always been a pants girl—the baggier, the better—but in 2026, I’m ready to lean into my feminine era and invest in more dresses. Winter may not be ideal, but I’m putting this out into the universe so I actually stick to my resolutions this year. —Molly Barstein, associate manager, audience development
Donate, donate, donate. I want to open my closet and see a uniform. —Laird Borrelli-Persson, senior archive editor
My style skews minimalist on the day-to-day, but for events and parties, I want to lean more maximalist. Give me all the sparkles, fluid textures, abstract shapes, and color! Occasion wear is such a fun time to experiment, so this gives me a chance to play around. —Kiana Murden, beauty commerce editor
I could go for quite a long time without repeating an outfit. This year, I vow to cull the chaos, buy more comfortable everyday staples, and wear all the neglected formal pieces that still hang in my wardrobe with tags attached. —Kristin Auble, research director
I’ve been on a mission to find my personal style for what feels like years, but in 2026, I’m locking in. My Pinterest board looks majorly different than what I wear IRL, and my new focus is going to be slowly but intentionally bridging that gap. I’ve already started filling my closet with capsule wardrobe basics that will take me far, and now I’m ready to start incorporating more unique pieces that show my personality and make a statement. —Jillian Selzer, senior social media manager, Teen Vogue
