I planned my outfits for a week… here’s what I learned.

CLICK FOR LINKS
@USELESS_DK on IG for more outfits & style tips
► OUTFITS
Some may only be similar items due to the fact that most of my clothes are secondhand
Adlinks are marked with a *
*Jewelry from Monica Vinader (advert/gifted through past collabs): c.klarna.com/al/9Pd9/
MONDAY
*Shirt (advert/gifted): powerofmypeople.com/discount/...
*Sweater (advert/gifted): c.klarna.com/al/9Bof/
*Jeans: rstyle.me/+JoTbczuULyGEVdHjRM...
Sneaks: www.zalando.dk/converse-as-hi...
*Coat: rstyle.me/+GyoA44fkPsDjbGALFG...
Bag: omybagamsterdam.com/products/...
Hat: colorfulstandard.com/en-dk/co...
TUESDAY
Coat - mine is 2ndhand Zara (older collection)
*Sweater: rstyle.me/+GEAnrntpCNvVWFrRgB...
*Tee: rstyle.me/+FLXsvI4nuhICodFZiv...
*Pants: rstyle.me/+9B6thQLkF2cbP72byd...
*Boots: rstyle.me/+JN0_HAQT1I4S6BXmdc...
*Belt: rstyle.me/+tGlxn9J8PaRaiFVasW...
Bag: shopthecurated.net/collection...
WEDNESDAY
*Denim jacket: rstyle.me/+jzD9JpBzqdpo-eX53F...
*Sweater: rstyle.me/+D3GGLU0a48YG9OqDpE...
*Leather pants: rstyle.me/+7GxZFNu7u35D94JOMH...
Sneaks: www.zalando.dk/new-balance-20...
*Coat: rstyle.me/+EcJ_nQY3uL04WABHqj...
Hat: colorfulstandard.com/en-dk/co...
Bag is 2ndhand
THURSDAY
*Coat: rstyle.me/+EcJ_nQY3uL04WABHqj...
Rollneck sweater (advert/gifted):
*Shirt (advert/gifted): powerofmypeople.com/discount/...
Hat: colorfulstandard.com/en-dk/co...
Bag (advert/gifted): omybagamsterdam.com/products/...
*Jeans: rstyle.me/+xHGhVvwF17S_1sKuOZ...
Boots: www.vagabond.com/dk/blanca-54...
FRIDAY
*Parka: rstyle.me/+kCoUdQ18XnAsQIyId8...
*Rollneck sweater: rstyle.me/+Dn_dP2GBHV9DKB_RbG...
*Jeans: rstyle.me/+ICiRF6kVa4xVlODPAJ...
Boots: www.vagabond.com/dk/kenova-52...
Bag: shopthecurated.net/collection...
► WORLDWIDE STYLING/COLOUR SERVICES
Colour analysis: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/colour...
Wardrobe reviews: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/stylin...
► CAPSULE WARDROBE MASTERCLASS
Join the class here: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/capsul...
► REVIEWS
Read latest reviews of my class/services here: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/what-m...
► FOLLOW ME
My blog: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/
Instagram: / useless_dk
Pinterest: www.pinterest.dk/signeh90
TikTok: / useless_wardrobe
► MY CAPSULE WARDROBES
Find all my capsule wardrobes here: www.pinterest.dk/signeh90/my-...
-----
► MORE ABOUT ADLINKS
Pls. Note that some of the links are just similar items due to availability (many of my clothes are older), and that some of them are adlinks which means I might be working on an affiliate-based term with the brand/website. Therefore I may receive a small percentage in commission if a purchase is being made. If you choose to use these links, thank you for your support! :-)
Also note that I go out of my way to find eco-friendly alternatives - either straight from an eco-brand or from a brand that is improving qualities (organic cotton, recycled polyester etc.).
Pls. read my disclaimer for products linked and more transparency: www.uselesswardrobe.dk/disclai...
► Music credit: Epidemicsound.com (KZbin creator song library)
► Editing: Done by me
-----
#minimalist #slowfashion #capsulewardrobe

[@annacalhan2628]

I create about 9 outfits every Sunday for the next week. This feels like selfcare for me. I then decide in the morning spontaneously which of the 9 outfits I feel like wearing. That’s why I create more than I need. This way all my clothes get used and I have relaxed mornings. Love it!

[@AlexLouiseWest]

Great idea 🙂

[@ms.t7129]

Hi! I love your content. I'm a teacher and plan my outfits ever week. It really does make the morning very easy. Since watching your videos, I have decluttered/curated my wardrobe and purchased a clothing rail to hang my outfits, which makes me feel really chic...lol. My recommendation would be to be flexible with the outfits that you choose each day. For example, wear your Wednesday outfit on Thursday instead. Having that flexibility allows you to accommodate for changes in weather or your schedule. Thank you for your videos!!

[@latishacampbell5764]

I started doing this several months ago because it takes me too long to pick out an outfit in the morning and I noticed I was reaching for the same things. It takes me anywhere from 30 mins to an hour. I start with a theme or color palette that I want to "showcase". I have two jobs that require different styling (office and light industrial warehouse). I love it. I am more creative with my style, utilizing more of my clothes and save so much time in the week. I've shared this with others at my day job and they too have started doing it. I find it fun and efficient.

[@melligolightly]

I kind of do this (roughly) and it has halped me to actually wear the clothes I want and like. Can anyone relate to not wearing your favourite clothes in order to 'spare' them? 🙈 Well, this was me. Now that I allow myself to wear my nicer clothes it really enhances my mood and productivity for the day. The planning kind of forces me to do it. 😊

[@jacqueline2297]

While it might reduce spontaneity on the days you have the outfits planned, I think it increases spontaneity overall. You're taking the time to put outfits together and maybe trying new combinations, and then in future when you're rushing to get ready, you might put together pieces you wouldn't normally because of the times you planned outfits, rather than going for your usual go-to outfits.

[@juliebeirne4544]

Love how you compared this process right away to planning meals for the week - I absolutely gain so much time, clarity, and ease through the week after putting in the time to plan the week’s dinners, and I’m seeing how it could be the same for outfits. Plus it gets you excited to wear what’s on the rack to come!

[@user-yd4yr5hr3s]

I tried this over and over again a while back and just got frustrated cause my plans changed the weather changed my mood changed all day from day during that week so I just now plan my outfit daily living in the moment 😘

[@alanbirkner1958]

For many years, I worked full-time in an office. I made charts of all the combinations I could make with a small wardrobe. 4 pairs of slacks, 4 or 5 shirts, and 4 or 5 cardigans. I like black, charcoal, light gray, and jade green. I also like costume jewelry. Tina, Al's wife

[@NK-ni3sy]

I often prepare my outfits for the next day. especially when I have to be in office. this saves a lot of time and I don't grab always the same sweater because it's so cold outside the cozy bed. I will definitely try to plan my outfits for the whole week. nice video❤

[@MariaNickLambert]

I have been doing this for the past year , saves so much time. 🌸🌼🌸Maria Lambert from New Zealand.

[@tempestgrey4629]

I plan my work outfits 3 days a week. Wednesday is my office day and the day I can dress nicer and wear heels. Thursday and Friday I have to go to peoples homes and possibly crawl around on the floor to weigh and measure new babies plus out in weather so jeans and layers. It’s cold in my house 5:30 am so I grab my clothes and head to the bathroom where it is much warmer to get dressed. Then the 4 days I’m not working I allow myself to be spontaneous

[@GoldenTherapeuticStyling]

Planning a whole week is impressive! I do plan the night before so I am sure to feel stylish and confident without spending precious morning time. I have actually been doing this since I was a little child!

[@chelfie3000]

When you were a kid did you lay it out on the floor as if it were on you, with the pants above the shoes and the socks in each shoe? Because that’s what I did 🤣

[@GoldenTherapeuticStyling]

@@chelfie3000 I totally did! I even drew a face to put at the head!😂

[@saharv2689]

I have a method that has been helping me achieve a happy medium between planning and spontaneity. I do a mini capsule for each week on Sunday night. I try to add in items I haven’t worn as much. Then in the mornings I put together a combination of the tops, bottoms and layering pieces. Sometimes I’ll pull an item that’s not in my mini capsule to complete an outfit, but mainly I stick to what I’ve pulled for the week. I find this way I spend less time selecting an outfit each morning and I still get to decide what I wear each day without being bound to a specific outfit.

[@sofiepeeters8565]

Glad you enjoyed planning your outfits for the week. I decide every evening what I want to wear the following day. Also never forget that you can always change your mind… Just like you decided to rewear that top you can always decide switch things up if you realise you don’t like the outfit as much as you thought. For the outfit on Wednesday you could have decided that you didn’t like the top and switch it with something else completely or pick the top from previous days or the following day… Same with the bottom… No one but you knew what you intended to wear and no one will care…

[@wannabe41]

When I had to go into the office 5 days a week I always planned my outfits ahead. I’m not a morning person and I have to get up at 4:30 on my office days and the thought of planning what I’m going to wear that early in the morning would make we want to crawl back into bed.

[@juliamorris540]

I appreciate that all the ad/ gifted stuff is disclosed a lot. I find it hard as a consumer to understand what I actually need when most influencers' things are gifted or ads.... just feels like what is realistic

[@lorinsvsimmer]

I really liked this video! Your Thursday outfit was my favorite. You look great!

[@MindyB767]

Loved your Thursday outfit! I liked them all, but that one looked so pulled together yet comfortable.😊

[@ritagoedecke6574]

Thank you Signe,always great vlogs. Wishing you and your family Happy Holidays.

[@cindyboughen9933]

Great video! Super helpful for working people to plan out outfits. My favourite was Tuesday!😍

[@tatianawhittingstall7571]

Great content. I do this every week for my office day outfits but not my working from home days, I always feel a bit underdressed when at home so I might do a full week of outfits and be a bit more consistent. Thanks for the inspo.

[@VanCrane]

I do this for years in busy weeks and for every travel. It’s calming and convenient 😎

[@neoxochitl]

I am so impressed that you dress up even working from home! I need to do that. At the moment I have ~special~ lounge clothes or what I call at home clothes that I change into once I get home like a matching lounge set but often feel weird if a friend pops in. A bit nicer than my sleepwear (band shirt and leggings) but not as nice as denim!

[@vickyw1740]

Really enjoyed this, I normally prep the night before but will definitely get a clothes rail so I can do the whole five days. Thanks again, love your videos.🤩

[@amyhoover9]

I've tried this system before, and sometimes, it really just comes naturally to me when it comes to choosing what I want to wear! It was a lot of fun to see you take on this challenge, Signe. 😊

[@sandramaki7819]

I have done this a few times and I like it because it makes mornings so much easier. Most of the times, the outfits work but if they don’t, it is quite interesting to learn why not. It has been very useful for me! Great video ❤

[@user00616]

I’m gonna try this!! I have been working from home and only wearing sweats. Going to challenge myself this week to get dressed! I think it will help me to decide what I don’t like and declutter as well. Love you Signe! Happy Holidays. 🤍

[@angelamelum4304]

I’ve definitely gotten great advice from you and Christina that keeps me from mindlessly shopping so I may have to try this.

[@nadialetourneau4490]

I will try that week planing for 2024. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@SusanBame]

I used to do this! I'm not sure why I quit. At one point I challenged myself to make outfits out of EVERYTHING I owned, just to see how many days in a row I could wear clothes that weren't repeated. I think it was like 28 days or something. I also didn't make myself wear "the next outfit" in line just because it was the next outfit; if it was "an" outfit, I could wear it the day I wanted to wear it. Saved time, saved worrying about what I was going to wear, helped me plan ahead, and if something needed a little repair or steaming, I was on it before "the day of." Really removed the needless drama of looking in the clothes closet and having to leave for work five minutes later.

[@crissolmontiel]

I've been doing this for years, on Saturdays or Sundays I plan my weekly outfits base on the weather mostly and free so much time in my mornings, Is great exercise like you said because gives me time to figure out different ways to style my pieces and see if I like it or not. I used to hate wasting time deciding at the last minute what to wear. I highly recommend it.

[@nilakshiching7097]

Fantastic video, love your content

[@sandravt2168]

This was fun and interesting to watch! I have never thought of preplanning my weekly outfits but I'm sure I would be 'shopping my wardrobe' a lot more that way. Thanks for not just showing your hits, but your misses as well. I love your content and dress a lot more 'put together' since following you! BTW I thought the Danish winters would be a lot colder, but they seem to be similar to the Dutch ones.

[@sigriddjernaes]

I plan my outfits for work days using an app for up to a month. If the weather changes or I just feel like wearing something else, I'll do that. But this makes it easier to wear different combination of my small wardrobe and not just repeat the same outfits. And it definitely save time in the morning!

[@mildredmartinez3950]

Love it. I follow the Project 333 and also prepare my office work outfits for a month. It save me a lot of time and is a way to make sure Im using all my clothes. Gretings from Puerto Rico.

[@zigm7420]

I’ve done this every week for years, since I just can’t function first thing in the morning. I usually pick out one outfit for every workday, plus one because inevitably there will be one outfit that I just don’t want to wear. This has really helped me to understand what I like, rotate through my closet, and analyze why some outfits or items just don’t feel right for me.

[@theminimalisticmarket]

Great video and very helpful tips, Signe! I usually plan my outfits the night before, but I'm thinking I could try this just to challenge myself a bit. For the last 3 years I've been working exclusively from home, and I've stuck in the rut of the same 3 leisurewear outfits, so it would be fun to play dress up at home 😊

[@4eburawka18]

Sunday evening is such a perfect timing for this video!❤ I've been meaning to do such a weekly plan for a couple of months now. What I've been using instead was just a list of looks I'd like to try. It was nice but, since it's not bound to any specific days, more often than not I'd just grab the same go-to items, and leave the designated looks for a 'more special' day (maybe once or twice a week). Still helped to bring variety and creativeness back into my appearance, but this approach lacks the pro of saving time in the morning and still feeling put together. I'd definitely try to extend the outfit planning to particular days (5 in a row! Wow!) Dreaming of a clothing rack to put these looks together in advance 😍 Another idea I have is to choose one piece and style it with 5 different combinations for the whole week 😊

[@kmrymy7088]

I have a hybrid work schedule and currently work 3 days a week in the office, so I usually plan my outfits for the week before my 1st office day and it's been a real game changer for the past year. I have time to choose more thought outfit combinations according to the weather prognosis while making use of my more "flamboyant" clothes, and also save some more comfortable outfits for when I don't really feel like being all decked out as extras. That way I don't have to think about what I'm going to wear at 5am and have everything ready to go after the morning shower (and it helps to know which underwear to choose for the following day so that I'm not restricted in that matter either 😁)

[@elenakutesmann9661]

I usually plan my outfit in the evening before, so I can sleep longer. This way I really enjoy the process, to get dressed in the morning was just stress. Last week was very busy, so I planned 5 days ahed, it was life saving.

[@TheZeyre]

Great video, Signe! I do this but when I iron or prep I add in about 5 wild card items that give me some flexibility for boredom or in case something seems off - or if the weather goes wacky or the schedule changes... Love your palette!❤❤❤ Joanne

[@michaelstevick7759]

Great video!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

During my career, I did put out my complete outfit in the evening for the next work day, it really helped. I spent a few hours over each weekend washing, ironing, etc., so everything would be ready to wear. I still never put anything in my closet that isn’t 100% ready to wear, I leave them in my laundry area until I can get to them. I do have a small separate rack of items worn once or twice that can be worn again before needing anything. I don’t wash my clothes as often as I used to. They didn’t really need it and they wore out quickly. My grandmother convinced my Mom and I that washing everything after an hour or half-day of wearing it was a bad idea, she was right. I can usually wear items three times unless I get a spot, or exercise in them. I never tried planning a week of outfits, except for travel.

[@dorotakubiak91]

When i worked from the office i would prepere my outfits prior to the actually day. I find it more practical as you have more time to actually pull outfit together without having thought you are missing sth that you actually have, but it’s hiden away. Can you make a vlog about a color scheme depending on hair colour And skin type? Please xx

[@valeriecoopet9897]

When I was still working I always planned my outfits for the week and tried on the night before. It just made my very early mornings kind of mindless! I could get ready and out the door in a half hour.

[@MariaTorres-zi5uo]

Love love this type of content, please consider a video for girls living in warmer climates

[@sadel21]

Love your simple put together look. The only bottoms I don’t wear when I’m home are jeans. They feel too constricted for me. I’m trying to build my stay at home wardrobe around comfy casual pants that I can still feel good in if I have to run out the door. Unfortunately, many of them stretch out at the knees or look baggy after a few hours.

[@slpmtlfavs8797]

I've been doing this for a few months and it's helpful! I don't really assign days to the outfits I put together, I just put five outfits that I want to try

[@UseLess_dk]

Love this approach and that you just create 5 different looks! Might have to try that too 🙌🏼

[@kathysteele3071]

When I was teaching, I did this. Since working from home, I have not paid that much attention….I am going to do this next week

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I like to look at my closet and try to pull together outfits with my less, or even not-yet worn, new items. I tend to forget what’s in my huge wardrobe, especially as it isn’t all in one place, I only have a tiny, narrow closet and two garment racks. If I discover something is not worn for a reason, nearly always related to comfort, I remove it altogether. Like a new sweater I only got a few months ago. When I wore it, I realized the sleeves felt too tight over my silk base layer, so it’s in my donate/sell pile; cute or not, new or not. Not every garment is a success, it’s better to evaluate why one hasn’t worn it and pass it on sooner than let it take up space and go out of style, or get moth-eaten. These only make me feel guilty for making a bad purchase when I see them.

[@AnkaMara7940]

I plan my outfits just for tomorrow bc I want to leave some space for instant ideas

[@missykemp3957]

This is a great idea- I might try it this week. ❤ 10:38

[@ElisaCookings]

Great❤

[@lynnfox8376]

I try to do this but too often the weather forecast or my plans change, or just what I'm in the mood to wear. Instead I keep a record of outfit ideas and outfits worn in catagories on My Closet to scroll down.

[@TinatinNadiradze]

Dear Signe, great video, as always. Separate question but still related to the topic - do/did you wear shoes by Ecco? It is very popular in my country and it would be great to hear the insider view (as it is a Danish brand). I absolutely love every piece I own from them, and always curious for more.

[@lizpearson343]

Not sure why - but I can never find photos on Pinterest that inspire me. If I type in a specific item, the results I get are often outdated and not what I was looking for at all. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

For my work outfits, I put out underwear, jewelry, everything needed, along with the clothes. I had to wear pumps for the office, but my bus commute included a mile-long walk to/from the bus stop at each end, over dirt, broken concrete and rubble, so I left my pumps at the office. Like most other women, I had commute boots and sneakers to wear for the actual commute. (We all took public transportation into San Francisco to work, it’s not very driveable and parking is not available). We got so much criticism from men for not commuting in our heeled pumps, “you try it! you always wear flat, roomy-toed shoes, what do you know”? I said. I never needed more than three pairs of pumps to go with my work wardrobe. Even though I would never wear higher than 2.5-inch heels, they were torture, all then had pointed toes, it took almost a decade for the bunions to be reabsorbed by my body after retirement.

[@bw07_r]

Great video, this is so much more helpful than those “what I wore in a week” compilations. Definitely going to try! Where do you get t-shirts with a crew neck that shows under a sweater? Mine always disappear entirely.

[@UseLess_dk]

Thanks! This one is old from Organic Basics and no longer available, but I think Arket makes good t-shirts too 🙏🏻

[@bw07_r]

@@UseLess_dkThank you! Will check out.

[@TheseNights984]

Where is your necklace in the second outfit from? Love the green coat as well 😊

[@UseLess_dk]

It’s from Monica Vinader 🥰✨

[@szfrj]

❤

[@alexrodriguez5370]

With look #2 facial day - what watch were you wearing? please advise. Many thanks, in advance. continued success and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

[@UseLess_dk]

Thanks for watching! It’s from Nordgreen 😊

[@AnneHewitt]

This past August I returned to teaching full time and we started a whole house remodel at the same time. Planning my outfits for the week was extremely helpful and definitely saved me time getting out the door. The upside of doing this is that I consciously rotated through my wardrobe and saved wear and tear on my clothes. The downside is that I fell back on formulas which started to feel like style ruts after about 2 months. I will still plan out my outfits when life gets stressful, somehow its even more important to me in those times to feel put together.

[@karoana8759]

We simple call it " scandi look" btw? Your skin is perfect ,do you even have pores?😮😊

[@mcicalese58]

WED. was not working because of those boat sneakers. They're called that because they look like boats. It's not a compliment. A more feminine trainer would have looked better. Oofah!

[@sandravt2168]

I agree, but I think Signe would say 'This was supposed to be the "wrong shoe strategy"' where you wear the wrong shoes to the outfit to make it look more interesting :) :)

[@mcicalese58]

@@sandravt2168 don't do that to yourself.

[@mcicalese58]

Signed either. It's not worth it to follow a trend if it makes you look like you picked a pair of shoes out of a garbage can.

[@mrswilbert]

Narcissist