Sometimes I get a real case of the “blahs.” As in, “Blah. My hair isn’t cute,” or “Blah, I keep wearing the same outfits.” Sometimes, I remedy my “blahs,” by shopping. But let’s be honest, that’s not always the most responsible (or economical) way to cure the “blahs.” Since I’m constantly thinking of fashionable new ways to update my look and keep my image fresh and interesting, I’ve developed my five favorite ways to cure the “blahs.” These are some of my most tried and true ways to mix-up your look without causing any long-term damage. And by long-term damage, I’m referencing that time you cut your hair in really short choppy layers and then had to wait about three years for it to grow out. Oh wait, that was me. And those years were referred to as my mom hair cut years. So avoid any potentially hazardous haircuts (or worse) and try one of these five ways to change your look!

5) Sunglasses
Sunglasses are, hands down, my favorite accessory. I never leave home without one or five pairs. They’re great because they have the ability to give the same outfit an entirely different look. Take a black t-shirt and jeans, for example. An active pair could make you look sporty. Over-sized black glasses could give you serious glam. White glasses could help you stand out in a crowd and put off an uber-trendy vibe. The best news is, you can find a pair of sunglasses within your price range. Target has a number of styles for around $15 while you can stop by Neimans and invest in a pair of stunning Versace’s for $300. Point being: you can change your look for as little or as much as you want with a pair of great shades.

4) Make-Up
Some people get into a make-up routine and wear the same colors applied in the same way every day. That’s great…until you get sick of it. An easy, affordable way to mix-up your look is to play with your make-up. Try out some new lashes (MAC’s are great), a glam eyeliner or a bold lip color to really make a statement. For example, if you don’t wear any eyeliner, adding a sleek swipe of black liquid liner will add instant “diva” to your look. And, if you normally wear a lip gloss, pick out a matte lipstick to try instead. But beware—only pick one thing to alter at once, you don’t want to end up looking like a clown. The best part of this blah-blaster is that most people won’t be able to pinpoint what’s different about you—yet they’ll know something has changed!

3) Belt It!
In my book, belts are an underrated accessory. Just last week I was traveling with a colleague who was looking to belt her outfit. By taking a different approach and wearing her belt over her entire outfit, she created a look she didn’t think was attainable! Belts are great for adding a splash of color to an outfit, changing the shape of a look or creating a new focal point. To add a splash of color, opt for a brightly colored belt or a patterned design. I love my zebra print belt for adding interest to boring outfits. To change the shape, try belting an outfit around your natural waits or higher. And to create a new focal point, opt for a belt with an elaborate buckle.

2) Sassy Ponytail
If you’re like a lot of girls, you probably get into a rut of wearing your hair in a similar way every day. And I’ll bet the ponytail is the go-to hairstyle if you’re running behind or need a quick, sloppy fix. The ponytail, however, should get more credit than it does. When styled correctly, a simple ponytail can take your look from so-so to sassy! Some of my favorite nights out on the town were spent rocking ponytails—and I didn’t pull my hair up because I ran out of time, I pulled my hair back because it gave me a fun edge that I couldn’t achieve with my normal hairstyle. For something fun, try keeping the ponytail piecey with product and spray or wrap a piece of hair around the band for a sleek finish.

1) A Good Spray Tan
Sometimes you have to fake it ‘till you make it. And getting an island glow from the comfort of your home is a great way to change up your look without an expensive vacation or harmful rays. Plus, with your gorgeous new glow, you might even be inspired to wear something with a shorter hemline to show off your toned legs, or pick something out in a color you wouldn’t normally pair with pasty skin. Try a MysticTan at your local tanning salon if you want to avoid the application process. But for an at-home application that’s close to a glow you could snag in St. Tropez, check out Antidote Skin Care’s line of sunless tanning products.