What I learned by tracking my outfits everyday for 100 days
We asked someone who actually did.
Meet @caracarar: My name is Cara, I’m 23 and I’m an Aries. Currently, I’m a full time student, studying psychology. My favorite podcast rn is The Always Sunny Podcast. I like hiking, reading and shopping, naturally.
Everyone does it—wears one outfit (or more) 100 days in a row. But how many of us actually document what it is we’re wearing on those 100 days? With Storey’s Moments feature, there’s no reason not to. You’re able to look back on every single outfit you’ve posted to your Storey Wardrobe. You’re also able to look back on which items you wore in each of those outfits (thanks to our outfit-tagging AI).
Take Storey member @caracarar—the first person to have posted 100 outfits consecutively to Storey, and who was rewarded for it (you can be, too!). One look at @caracarar’s wardrobe and there are hints aplenty that this dog-mom-fashion-lover calls Southern California her home. From countless pairs of airy platforms to perfect skirts (both full length and mini) to tank tops galore—there’s not a winter jacket in sight! Not to mention her flawless execution of neutral tones mixed with the perfect pop of color and pattern here and there…
Photos via @caracarar’s wardrobe on Storey
With such an array of adorable items to pair together, it’s not shocking that @caracarar has a wardrobe of enviable outfits for every day of the week. To understand what actually is shocking (and delightful) about @caracarar, we have to ask ourselves, “Do you know what you wore for the last 100 days?”
Being the first-ever person to reach “The Trendsetter” milestone on Storey is no small feat. As you’ll soon find from @caracarar’s own words, the task requires consistency, creativity, and thoughtfulness alike (our OOTD feature and push notifications can definitely help!). But, it’s something we can all strive for—to know what we own, rewear it more often, and celebrate when we do.
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What does a "Moment" mean to you?
A moment, for me, is literal. It’s a moment in time reflecting my mood and style for the day.
What's something you've learned about your own style by posting Moments every day?
That my style is a lot more versatile than I thought! It’s also been a practice that’s boosted my creativity! I’ve always been into fashion but I rarely wore cool outfits, and really investing thought into my outfits has reignited my love for clothes.
What is your favorite item that you've continued to rewear again and again?Surprisingly, a Forever 21 striped turtleneck I’ve had forever. I’ve liked every outfit I’ve put together with it, and it makes me feel good that I can still utilize a random, cheap clothing piece I’ve had since I was 17.
If you win the Grand Prize, how will you spend your Storey credit? Anything in the Shop tab you've got your eye on?
I think I’d want to spend my Storey credit on a jacket! I love fancy coats and jackets, but I have never been able to justify investing in one because it never gets cold enough in LA!
Which Moment is your favorite you've posted so far and why?
I think my favorite moment so far was my outfit with the gray plaid pants, beige sweatshirt and green bag. I’m not sure why, but I felt like it was a look I would’ve loooved when I was 14 (in a good way). Very self-actualizing, in a way.
What are some of your favorite places to shop?
I love shopping at thrift stores, it’s way more exciting finding something cool there than at a traditional store. As far as new clothes, I like online shopping for the variety, as well as being able to shop from sustainable brands. (I think Afends is my favorite, because it’s sustainable and it fits my style)
How have Moments helped you be more sustainable?
I think that the ability to see what you have, and combinations that have worked before is crucial to being more sustainable. I also think that having all my clothes organized in this way helps me know what actual gaps I have in my closet. Makes shopping for new clothes way more efficient and helps me avoid unnecessary buying.
What is your favorite comment you’ve received on a Moment from another Storey member?
One thing that I think is great about this app is that you can try out new looks / accessories / whatever and get feedback or encouragement on it. Recently I’ve been trying out wearing a scarf in a bunch of different ways, and even though I didn’t feel super confident IRL, I got positive comments about it on Storey that made me encouraged to keep wearing it. Non-fashion related, but I love all the comments I get about my pets because they’re cute and I think they make my photos more dynamic.
What’s been your favorite badge you’ve earned so far? Why?
I like my current badge, The Trendsetter, mostly because I like winning haha. In all seriousness, I struggle with consistency in most other aspects of my life, so being able to keep a streak for so long is very exciting.
How did you feel when you found out you were Storey’s first Trendsetter (reaching the 100 Moments posted milestone)?
Pretty stoked, it felt good to have stuck to something this long. It also made me feel good because it meant that I’ve worn good, thoughtful outfits for 100 days straight, which I’m pretty sure I’ve never done before in my life.