Hello friends! Today I’m bringing you 3 outfit ideas you already have in your closet because, just recently I was standing in my closet mulling over what to wear on a casual lunch date. I wanted to wear more than just standard joggers and sweatshirt since the date was with my husband. I know it’s funny that a fashion blogger would be stumped over the idea of ‘what to wear’, but it happens to everyone!
Since we had just decided to go out, I didn’t have much time to plan ahead. I had to shop my closet! Of course, at first glance nothing grabbed my attention. So, I quickly remembered to go ‘back to the basics.’
The Strategy: Go back to the basics!
One strategy to use in this situation is to go ‘back to the basics.’ Most women have multiple pairs of black pants, a button down shirt (I’m linking the PERFECT one), and pair of pumps in their wardrobe. All three of these pieces would be considered ‘closet staples’. They really make getting dressed for the day an easy process!
You can use these basic pieces in these 3 outfits you already have in your closet.
Casual Dressy Oufit #1
Add an additional layer to your outfit.
Next, add an additional layer to your outfit by wearing a jacket, sweater, or blazer. Of course, these items all come in multiple styles and fabrics, so you can choose the one you think fits the occasion the best. In my closet, I have a denim jacket, a neutral colored long cardigan sweater, and black blazer. These too would be considered ‘closet staples’ and again, streamline the process of putting an outfit together.
Use accessories to level up your outfit!
Finally, since the pieces in your outfit are neutral by nature, you can level up the look with the addition of accessories. Add a chunky necklace, statement earrings, or stack of bracelets to add interest to your look of the day. Also, the handbag and shoes can be a place to add texture, color or drama to your style. Really, the possibilities are endless with this strategy!
Casual Dressy Outfit #2
I’ve styled this outfit with a long button front cardigan, but you could use any open front cardigan, jacket, or sweater no matter the length or fabric. It’s always good to have some neutrals in the handy though, because they are easily styled multiple ways.
Using a cardigan is a simple way to create one of the 3 outfits you already have in your closet.
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Casual Dressy Outfit #3
A blazer is always a good idea, and there are so many styles and fabrics to choose from. The one featured here is the classic shorter blazer with one button. However, you could easily swap this out for a longer style, or perhaps a tweed jacket, or suede motto jacket. The point is to use what’s already in your closet, then add to your selection as you come across pieces that you love!
Adding a blazer or jacket is an easy way to style one of the 3 outfit ideas you already have in your closet.
In case you were wondering, I settled on the black trousers, the perfect white button down shirt, denim jacket and black platform heels for my lunch date with the hubby! I rarely wear heels these days, so I decided to take my look up a notch with the platform heels. Finally, I added some large gold hoops, and stack of bracelets to finish off my outfit of the day. Mission accomplished, and the hubby loved the heels.
Remembering to use the ‘back to the basics’ strategy will help you pull together 3 outfit ideas you already have in your closet!
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Hopefully you found some inspiration in today’s post. I’d love to hear your thoughts! Comment below your thoughts, questions or ideas for future posts.
Happy Wednesday everyone!
XOXO
Cindyh
