28-Day Style Challenge: Love Your Wardrobe

Welcome to the 28-Day Style Challenge: Love Your Wardrobe! This challenge is designed to help you rediscover the magic in your wardrobe, normalise wearing what you love, and embrace creative styling. It’s kicking off on the 1st of February, but you can do the challenge anytime.

By the end of the 28 days, you should have had plenty of inspiration for rethinking and reworking your existing pieces; you’ll uncover new ways to express yourself and build outfits that make you feel amazing. Check out my Instagram to see my documented outfits.

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Why Take the Challenge?

Shop Your Wardrobe: Instead of buying new clothes, learn to use what you already own. This promotes sustainable fashion and reduces overconsumption.
Boost Creativity: Challenges push us out of our comfort zones. Experimenting with new combinations sparks fresh ideas and new looks.
Normalize Rewearing: There’s power in loving and repeating outfits that bring you joy. Break the stigma of “outfit repeating” and wear what feels good!
Feel Good Every Day: Style isn’t about trends—it’s about wearing clothes that make you feel confident and happy.

Your 28-Day StylING Prompts (with examples)

Style Challenge Day 1. Love Layers

Experiment with layering tops, skirts, jewellery, or even dresses over trousers.

Example: Layer a button-down shirt under a sleeveless dress or add a chunky knit cardigan over a fitted turtleneck.

Style Challenge Day 2. Colour Block

Wear three contrasting colours in one outfit using the colour wheel for inspiration.

Example: Pair cobalt blue trousers, a mustard yellow top, and bright pink accessories.

Style Challenge Day 3. Colour Coordinate

Pair two complementary colours (opposites on the colour wheel) for a bold look.

Example: Style an orange blouse with a navy skirt or a green dress with a purple belt.

Style Challenge Day 4. Backwards

Try wearing a top or sweater back to front for a fresh twist.

Example: A sweater with a deep back neckline can be worn as a chic front-facing V-neck.

Style Challenge DAY 5. Mono Texture

Create a monochrome outfit with varying textures.

Example: Pair a velvet blazer with satin trousers and a cotton top in the same shade.

Style Challenge DAY 6. Address It

Style a dress as a top or skirt by layering.

Example: Wear a slip dress under a cropped sweater to turn it into a skirt.

Style Challenge DAY 7. Repeat

Rewear a favourite outfit, but switch up one item to refresh the look.

Example: Swap heels for sneakers or add a statement scarf to an existing ensemble.

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Style Challenge DAY 8. Clash It

Combine two patterns or prints for a playful outfit.

Example: Style a striped shirt with a floral skirt, balancing colours for harmony.

Style Challenge DAY 9. Colour Pop

Add a bright pop of colour to an otherwise monochrome outfit.

Example: A black jumpsuit with a bold red bag or neon green shoes.

Style Challenge DAY 10. Forgotten

Style a piece you haven’t worn in a while.

Example: Dig out that statement jacket and pair it with your favourite jeans.

Style Challenge DAY 11. Neutrals

Build an outfit around sophisticated neutral tones.

Example: Mix cream, beige, and taupe for a polished, minimalist look.

Style Challenge DAY 12. Repeat

Take yesterday’s look and alter it with accessories.

Example: Add a belt and layered necklaces to a previously simple outfit.

Style Challenge DAY 13. Relay

Style your look using one item from yesterday’s outfit.

Example: Reuse a blazer or scarf and build a fresh outfit around it.

Style Challenge DAY 14. Wow Colours

Wear your best red or pink pieces for a bold statement.

Example: Style a red midi dress with pink accessories or wear a pink blouse with red trousers—find a way to combine pink and red in a way that feels like YOU. PS. Happy Valentine’s Day 💖

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Style Challenge DAY 15. Accessorize

Build an outfit around a standout accessory.

Example: Let a bold necklace, hat, or handbag guide your outfit choices.

Style Challenge DAY 16. Upside Down

Style something upside down—literally or figuratively.

Example: Turn a button-up cardigan into a backwards top or wear a scarf as a belt.

Style Challenge DAY 17. Repeat

Rewear your favourite outfit from the challenge so far.

Example: Recreate a look you loved earlier in the challenge—and repeat your look with pride!

Style Challenge DAY 18. Oops

Style something damaged or imperfect.

Example: Use creative layering to hide a tear or turn frayed jeans into a feature.

Style Challenge DAY 19. Dress It Down

Take an eveningwear piece and make it casual.

Example: Style a sequined skirt with a graphic tee and sneakers.

Style Challenge DAY 20. Neutrals

Get creative with your base colours.

Example: Use black, grey, or white as a foundation and add subtle accents.

Style Challenge DAY 21. Iron It

Wear something you’ve been avoiding.

Example: Iron that crisp white shirt you’ve been neglecting and pair it with jeans.

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Style Challenge DAY 22. Elevate It

Dress up a plain item for a night out.

Example: Take a basic black dress and add bold earrings, a belt, and heels.

Style Challenge DAY 23. Easy Going

Style activewear or loungewear for a chic look.

Example: Pair joggers with a blazer and sneakers for an elevated casual vibe.

Style Challenge DAY 24. Repeat

Rewear a favourite outfit from this week.

Example: Recreate a winning look, adding a hat or new shoes for variety.

Style Challenge DAY 25. Love Layers

Revisit layering with fresh combinations.

Example: Try layering a sleeveless top over a long-sleeve turtleneck.

Style Challenge DAY 26. Relay

Carry forward one piece from yesterday’s look.

Example: Reuse yesterday’s jeans and style them with a different top and jacket.

Style Challenge DAY 27. Pattern Clash

Combine at least two patterns or prints.

Example: Leopard print with plaid can work when colours complement each other.

Style Challenge FINAL DAY 28. Repeat

Wear your favourite outfit from this month.

Example: End on a high note with the look that made you feel most confident.

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This challenge is all about having fun, building confidence, and embracing creativity with what you already own. By the end, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for your wardrobe, a set of new styling ideas, and a wardrobe full of outfits you love. If you enjoy style challenges, you might enjoy my Masterclass: Create a Style You Love, where I share 6-steps to transforming your style (sustainably!)

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