Like experimenting with fashion? Make use of AI tools to help you remain stylish

Lets face it mdash in the age of the Instagram aesthetic and Pinterestdictated microtrends yoursquore only ever one shopping spree away from a wardrobe thatrsquos bursting at the seams and also struggling with an identity crisis And no matter how much you try to lsquoMarie Kondorsquo your way to organisational success it can be a tad overwhelming if you donrsquot know where to begin This is where AI can lend a stylish helping hand ldquoCurating outfits simplifying the decluttering process building capsule wardrobes and even shepherding your future shopping process AIpowered tools can transform the way you dressrdquo says image consultant Greeshma Thampi So where do you beginCataloguing helps you choose better Representation picsPrep and catalogueThe first and most obvious step is to take stock of what you already own and create a catalogue that you can upload to an app of your choice ldquoPhotograph individual pieces against a plain background It can seem like a cumbersome process at first but itrsquos quite similar to having your entire inventory on your fingertips Many AI apps can remove the background to ensure that all garments can be seen clearly and with a uniform presentationrdquo suggests Thampi You could go a step further and add additional information such as the exact colour material or fabric the season you wear it for brand price and other details Some of these may be generated automatically by the app as well With that you have created your lsquodigital wardrobe cataloguersquo If this seems like a lot you could take the shorter easier route of sharing your Instagram handle with an AI chatbot such as ChatGPT mdash the app will decode your aesthetic and can eventually go on to suggest colours combinations and fits that complement your featuresCertain apps offer makeup recommendations for a complete aesthetic refreshCreate seasonal capsule wardrobesIf yoursquove ever looked at an overflowing closet and yet despaired about having lsquonothing to wearrsquo Thampi recommends organising your clothes into seasonal capsules ldquoA capsule wardrobe is a curation of pieces that can be mixed and matched to create several looks You could create capsule collections for specific seasons or on a monthly basis This allows you to use most if not even item in your wardrobe How many of us are guilty of buying the same thing twice because we forgot we had it Cycling through your wardrobe allows you to prevent unnecessary purchases If you must invest in choice pieces to fill any gaps AI tools can analyse your inventory to point out exactly what you need and direct you to pieces that fit your budget aesthetic and body type Many AI algorithms base these predictions off your previous purchases browsing history and personal aestheticrdquo maintains ThampiSome apps ensure there is no repeat purchase of similar looking outfitsRefresh your styleldquoWhen you find yourself stuck in a style rut turn to the app to create fresh looks from your wardrobe for specific occasions mdash work formal event casual outing holiday weddings and so on This practice known as lsquoshopping from your own closetrsquo not only injects freshness into your outfit choices but also saves you from unnecessary purchases The advantage of using AI apps is that they can regard each piece individually and style them in a variety of ways which may not always be a practical exercise on a daily basisrdquo Thampi advisesShe adds that when using an app the more you interact with it the more successful it is in decoding your personal style to make suitable recommendationsGreeshma ThampiYou could also lean on the app for assistance with accessories hair and makeup and use the tools to pack more effectively for when you travel mdash the app can suggest a curation based on the nature of your travel work or holiday season number of days events and other specifics ldquoAI tools can help you analyse data including the pieces that are worn most often those that are worn the least or not at all and the cost per wear to direct your future purchases reduce waste and be more sustainable Certain apps also allow you to collaborate with friends shop from their closets and receive styling suggestions from them These activities make dressing up more exciting and creativerdquo Thampi signs offYour AI style gurusDepending on the outcomes you desire from your AI wardrobe intervention Thampi recommends choosing from the following tools Indyx A free digital wardrobe and styling app this tool lets you index your closet plan outfits track your costperwear share your closet with friends and get styled by experts Whering An app by and for slow fashion lovers this communitybased platform can help you to discover rediscover or refine your personal style without buying any new clothes It lets users rent swap and borrow in place of shopping for new clothes Acloset A digital fashion closet this app focuses more on organisation and analytics for quicker and smarter dressing and shopping experiences ChatGPT For quick suggestions and a less immersive experience this free chatbot can help you reinvent your style by offering quick tips and suggestions provided you ask the right questions