Remove The Sleeves
So many '80s secretary blouses and flowy '70s dresses feature bold prints and statement collars and ruffles. I’m way into that. But off the rack and on my body, these things can add up to a whole lot. To dial back a look from costume rental to statement piece, often all it takes is snipping off the sleeves. I cut them off right along the armhole seam. It simplifies the look significantly, and I can still layer jackets and sweaters on top when it gets cold out.

Madewell Love Song Minidress, $148, available at Madewell.