At the end of last month, Yahoo released their list of the 11 worst trends from this past decade. And while I agree with some (harem pants, the “Juicy tracksuit”, visible thongs), I can’t help but blush at a few others that I definitely fell for. What’s wrong with leggings as pants again? And do I really have to toss my beloved Uggs, stashed at the way, way back of my closet?

When it comes to trends, it can sometimes be difficult to see an expiration date on them, but we here at Chic Thrills have a fool-proof way of sifting through the fads just by imagining ourselves in 10 years. Will you look back on pictures and cringe? Can you see yourself still wearing said item when you’re older? If the answer is no, then you may want to invest your money elsewhere.

There are ways, however, to update your wardrobe without looking like a fashion victim. Rather than opt for full looks, why not incorporate the trend into some affordable accessories? When neon was the color palette to dress from a few months ago, I couldn’t bear to relive my childhood by wearing blinding hues. Instead, I headed to Forever 21 to score some cheap bangles to spice up what clothes I already own. Smart shopping like that will save you time and money (and, let’s be serious – embarrassment from Facebook pictures gone bad).