In this post, I want to share with you how to create a reliable and time-saving outfit formula that works for any day. This method will help busy women feel effortlessly stylish without spending too much time in front of the wardrobe. I’ll be focusing on developing personalised go-to looks based on a few key pieces and strategies to maximise your style with minimal effort.
What is an Outfit Formula?
An outfit formula is a pre-planned, foolproof combination of clothing items that works for various occasions.
This formula will help you simplify your morning routine by eliminating decision fatigue.
Example: A blazer + white tee + tailored trousers + loafers = simple, stunning, chic and work-ready.
Building Your Own Formula
- Step 1: Identify Your Wardrobe Staples
The importance of identifying versatile, high-quality pieces that work with almost everything in your wardrobe. Examples: well-fitted jeans, neutral tops, a great pair of shoes, and outerwear like a tailored jacket. - Step 2: Choose a Core Colour Palette
Picking a base colour palette that allows easy mixing and matching. This could include neutral shades like black, white, navy, or beige, with the option to add one or two accent colours or prints. - Step 3: Create Uniforms for Different Settings
Create different outfit formulas based on your needs: one for work, one for casual and one for evening events. For example:- Work formula: Fitted trousers + blouse + statement accessory.
- Casual formula: Wide leg jeans + fine knit + blazer + trainers.
- Evening formula: Dress + leather jacket + knee high boots
Time-Saving Style Hacks
- Pre-Planning: Pre-plan outfits for the week on a Sunday night or the night before.
- Quick Access Wardrobe:There’s huge benefits of an organised wardrobe that allows easy access to your items. For example, grouping items together by category (tops, bottoms, outerwear) or by occasion.
- Layering Tips: Simple layering strategies (like a cardigan over a dress or a scarf with a top) to quickly elevate a basic outfit.
- Accessories: Having a few go-to accessories (like a signature necklace or a favourite pair of earrings) can make a simple outfit look intentional and stylish.
How to Evolve Your Formula
- This is not a rigid formula, it can be adjusted as the seasons change, or as your personal style evolves. This ensures that the 5-minute outfit strategy remains fresh and exciting.
- Adding in new statement pieces every season or using trend updates in accessories will keep the look current & modern.
Are you ready?
Mastering the 5-minute outfit formula isn’t about sacrificing style for speed, but about making thoughtful choices that bring ease and confidence into their busy lives. Start small by identifying their first formula and gradually build from there.
Get in touch for your Lisa’s Wardrobe Review and let’s start this stylish journey together!
Lots of love
Lisa x
