Wear It Again
The easiest way to figure out what actually works in my closet
TLDR; an outfit is not a one time opportunity. There are many good reasons to wear the same outfit two days in a row, but put simply: it’s the easiest way to understand your own style.
Recently, if I really like what I’m wearing, I’ll wear it again the next day. I will swap out one thing so it doesn’t feel identical (and I admittedly have too many options not to), but the base will stay the same. If I don’t love an outfit or realize mid-day that it would look better with a tweak, I take note and try again the next day.
Especially on weekends, if I’m not pulling from the same pieces, I’m usually relying on the same outfit formula. It’s been unseasonably warm in SF which I’m not fully prepared for, so I’ve been keeping it simple. Specifically, with relaxed pants (not denim), a loose long sleeve, easy/flat (but still chic) shoes, and a shoulder bag.
My examples, from Friday to Sunday:
Friday was nearly 75 degrees, which was… insane. I wanted something casual that could carry me through the day and into a very low-key night at home. This worked for my circuit of errands, a bit of work, and walking to pick up dinner from one of our usual spots.
Consider this your sign to order the new TR City flip flops now—I’ve already reached for my older version an unreasonable amount for mid-March. This pair by Jude is very similar!
Moving along to Saturday, wearing the same outfit in a slightly different font. This day was a bit cooler, hence the cords and closed toe shoes, but the idea was the same. Pants, long sleeve, same bag and sneakers.
A casual outfit that worked perfectly for an afternoon date to Birba wine bar followed by checking out a new pizza spot that opened in Hayes Valley.
Why over think an outfit for a vibe like this?
If you haven’t noticed, retro sneakers are everywhere. I grabbed these a few months back and love them when I’m not in the mood for a ballet flat. They look good with shorts too.
Sunday actually hit 80 degrees, and considering I don’t think it got that hot at any point last summer, it felt unnatural to be reaching for a tank top on a Sunday morning in March. I stuck to a slightly modified version of the formula, swapping the long sleeve for a tee.
You might be thinking (???), but my point is twofold: there are always going to be days when an outfit isn’t particularly exciting, even if you are very into getting dressed.
I feel like everyone has worn some version of this outfit at some point, but I recently ordered the t-shirt and saved the styling to my screenshots, knowing I could recreate it in a pinch.
The second point is coming:
Regardless of how simple something might feel and whether or not the details are noticed—if it makes getting dressed easier, can be worn multiple days in a row, and still makes you feel a bit more put together (even if your plans are just matcha and groceries like me), IMO it’s worth it. In fewer words: completely unnecessary, but deeply personal.
Here’s the same t-shirt, styled two days this later on in the week with two different wide-leg options and flat shoes.
I also find that having better (whatever that means to you) but fewer options makes getting dressed feel a lot less overwhelming andddd helps you land on what actually feels like you. Aka the entire point.
Happy weekend!
Literally wore the same sweater 4x this week, that’s always when I know it was a good buy!