30-Day Wardrobe Challenge
Feb 13, 2014

Who What Wear's 30-Day Wardrobe Challenge

by Michelle Scanga

Day 1: Wear a bright color combo.

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Shini Park of Park and Cube

Try: Reiss Romoli Slim Cut Peacoat ($465) in Turkish Blue

The Kooples Ankle Jeans ($195) in Blue

Photo credit: Shini Park of Park and Cube

Day 2: Mix at least two textures into your look.

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Medelieine Darya of Daria Daria

Try: Reiss Virgo Quilted Jersey Jacket ($360) in Night Sky

J Brand Anja Cuffed Leather Skinny Pants ($1067) in Black

Photo credit: Medelieine Darya of Daria Daria

Day 3: Go big or go home with an oversized coat, baggy t-shirt, and loose trousers.

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Maja Wyh

Try: Diane von Furstenberg Michaele Belted Wool-Blend Long Coat ($795) in Blue Iris

ASOS Sleeveless Boyfriend Tank ($15) in White

Photo credit: Maja Wyh

Day 4: Try a boyish look.

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Victoria Tornegren of Victoria Tornegren

Try: ASOS Petite Exclusive Coat With Contrast Collar ($149) in Camel

Band of Outsiders Boyfriend Jeans ($235) in Blue

Photo credit: Victoria Tornegren of Victoria Tornegren

Day 5: Change out your handbag.

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Sara Escudero of Collage Vintage

Try: Loeffler Randall Jr. Work Tote ($495) in Black/White Mix

Photo credit: Sara Escudero of Collage Vintage

Day 6: Wear the item you’ve been ‘’saving’’ for a special occasion.

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Julie Sarinana of Sincerely Jules

Try: Topshop Unique Heeled Mule Shoes ($140) in Navy Blue

Photo credit: Julie Sarinana of Sincerely Jules

Day 7: Focus on your jewelry.

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Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit

Try: Nasty Gal Double Trouble Midi Ring ($18)

Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit

Day 8: Break out an item you haven’t worn in at least six months.

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Annabel Ly of Blushing Ambition

Try: Free People Star Dune Marled Pullover ($80) in Dusty Pink

Photo credit: Annabel Ly of Blushing Ambition

Day 9: Actually wear the hat you claim ‘’you can’t pull off.’’

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Christina Caradona of Trop Rouge

Try: Borsalino Hat ($265) in Maroon

Photo credit: Christina Caradona of Trop Rouge

Day 10: Mix an expensive item from your closet with something under $100.

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Hedvig Opshaug of Northern Light

Try: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren Shirt ($84) in Brick Red

Helmut Lang Quell Jersey Boyfriend Blazer ($460) in Black

Photo credit: Hedvig Opshaug of Northern Light

Day 11: Wear a bold print.

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Stockholm Streetstyle

Try: Joie Hanelle Silk Top ($258) in Caviar

Photo credit: Stockholm Streetstyle

Day 12: Swap heels for sneakers.

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Christina Caradona of Trop Rouge

Try: Marc by Marc Jacobs Low-Top Sneakers ($275) in Acid Green

Photo credit: Christina Caradona of Trop Rouge

Day 13: Make a neutral outfit interesting by layering and adding a pair of statement shoes.

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Maja Wyh

Try: Topshop Knitted Cashmere Polo Jumper ($190) in Grey

Aquazurra Sandals ($670) in Deep Jade

Photo credits: Maja Wyh

Day 14: Mix two or more prints into your outfit.

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Caitlin Lindquist of A Little Dash Of Darling

Try: Topshop Linen Stripe Long Sleeve T Shirt ($36) in Navy Blue

Clare Vivier Supreme Leopard-Print Fold-Over Clutch Bag ($210) in Leopard

Photo credit: Caitlin Lindquist of A Little Dash Of Darling

Day 15: Create a look with three levels of layering.

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Irina Lakicevic of A Portable Package

Try: 10 Crosby Derek Lam Crew Neck Knit Sweater ($295) in Green

Burberry London Inverness Oversized Coat ($1395) in Bright Sapphire

Photo credit: Irina Lakicevic of A Portable Package

Day 16: Go monochrome in a bright color.

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Rami Hanna

Try: Acne Short Dress ($360) in Bright Blue

Photo credit: Rami Hanna

Day 17: Winterize your favorite summer skirt.

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Sara Escudero of Collage Vintage

Try: Topshop Ruffled Miniskirt ($60) in Burgundy

Photo credit: Sara Escudero of Collage Vintage

Day 18: Test out a new “tuck.”

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Arty Filles

Try: Thomas Mason For J. Crew Boy Shirt ($148) in White

Photo credit: Arty Filles

Day 19: Pair your favorite denim pieces together for a denim-on-denim look.

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Carmen Hamilton of The Chronicles of Her

Try: Soft Joie Brady Chambray Shirt ($168) in Medium Indigo

Hudson Jeans Krista Super Skinny Jeans ($198) in Floyd 2

Photo credit: Carmen Hamilton of The Chronicles of Her

Day 20: Dress down your favorite little black dress.

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Vanessa Jackman

Try: T By Alexander Wang ¾ Length Dress ($343) in Black

Coach Classic Long Trench ($498) in Stone

Photo credit: Vanessa Jackman

Day 21: Belt your outerwear.

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Stockholm Street Style

Try: Tinley Road Skinny Haircalf Belt ($42) in Black

Ted Baker Madigan Draped Front Coat ($525) in Camel

Photo credit: Stockholm Street Style

Day 22: Keep it simple with skinnies and a sweater.

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Ann Kim of Andyheart

Try: Sweet Romeo Chloe Elbow Patch V-Neck Sweater ($54) in Ink/Heather Grey

Rag & Bone/JEAN Skinny Stretch Jeans ($176) in Coronado

Photo credit: Ann Kim of Andyheart

Day 23: Wear a color you have not worn in awhile.

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Lizzy Van Der Ligt

Try: Gaetano Navarra Blazer ($400) in Green

Photo credit: Lizzy Van Der Ligt of Lizzyvdligt

Day 24: Layer in an unexpected way.

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Rebecca Laurey of Raspberry & Rouge

Try: BCBGMAXAZRIA Noemi Top ($158) in Black

Trina Turk Nancy Doublecloth Coat ($495) in Black

Photo credit: Rebecca Laurey of Raspberry & Rouge

Day 25: Dress up a pair of distressed jeans.

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Kat Tanita of With Love From Kat

Try: Rag & Bone/JEAN Boyfriend Jeans ($242) in Buckley

Aquazurra Closed Toe Heels ($735) in Beige

Photo credit: Kat Tanita of With Love From Kat

Day 26: Wear a bold coat with simple essentials.

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Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific

Try: ASOS Collarless Button Front Coat ($158) in Red

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Core Ox Shoes ($50) in Black

Photo credit: Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific

Day 27: Try a sleek and slouchy look.

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Sarah Mikaela of Framboise Fashion

Try: J.Crew Collection Tuxedo Topcoat ($398) in Black

Stuart Weitzman Dude Boots ($395) in Black Sport Suede

Photo credit: Sarah Mikaela of Framboise Fashion

Day 28: Give a feminine dress some edge with a moto jacket.

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Amy Bell of The Little Mag Pie

Try: ASOS Reclaimed Vintage 80s Slip Dress ($74) in Gray

DKNY Asymmetrical Zip Front Leather Jacket ($895) in Black

Photo credit: Amy Bell of The Little Mag Pie

Day 29: Incorporate an office-appropriate blouse into your weekend look.

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Lucy Williams of Fashion Me Now

Try: Topshop Formal Drape Front Blouse ($70) in Light Grey

Free People Destroyed Skinny Ankle Jeans ($78) in Sitka Wash

Photo credit: Lucy Williams of Fashion Me Now

Day 30: Leave the details to your shoes.

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Veronica Popoiacu of Bittersweet Colours

Try: Paul Andrew Closed Toe Heels ($595) in Green

Photo credit: Veronica Popoiacu of Bittersweet Colours