How It All Started: Using Indyx to Rediscover My Wardrobe
Grab a cuppa, this turned out to be a LONG one
It all started with a closet that was bursting at the seams. I had so many clothes I could barely squeeze anything new in, yet I constantly felt like I had nothing to wear. Sound familiar? No matter how many new pieces I bought, I kept reaching for the same outfits, stuck in a style rut.
Then, I came across Anna from The Wardrobe Edit and how she used a digital wardrobe tool called Indyx, and was immediately intrigued - especially by the data! The nerd in me couldn’t resist the opportunity for data-driven analysis of my style.
Fast forward two months, and I’m a full-blown Indyx convert. It’s given me a new perspective on my closet—suddenly, I have so many more options than I realized. I’ve fallen in love with playing around with my wardrobe.
Why Indyx Works for Me
Think of it like Cher’s wardrobe app from Clueless—with Indyx, I can literally shop my own closet. All my pieces are laid out, beautifully photographed, just like a curated retail website. It’s no surprise why items look so amazing in stores or online: they’re perfectly merchandised, displayed to catch your eye. But once they're tucked away in a messy closet, they lose that appeal. With Indyx, everything is visually organized and styled, giving me that same sense of excitement and inspiration I get from shopping—without actually buying a thing. No more digging through piles of clothes or forgetting what I own!
With (most of) my wardrobe cataloged, I immediately started mixing and matching pieces in new ways. Creating outfits on Indyx has replaced mindless online window shopping. Whenever I see an outfit that inspire me, I now go straight to Indyx and recreate the look using items from my own wardrobe, rather than clicking on an affiliate link to buy something new. It’s also helped me rethink pieces I had pigeonholed. That button-up I saved for work? Turns out it works just as well for a casual weekend.
It’s also been a reality check. By documenting what I wore daily, I could see what I actually needed to dress for. Instead of getting caught up in a fantasy version of myself (thinking I need more date-night outfits when I only go on one date a week…), I’m now shopping for my real life. Do I really need a fifth gold necklace? Spoiler: I don’t.
On top of that, the app gave me a whole new level of data-driven insight into my wardrobe. I could see exactly how often I was wearing each item, calculate the cost per wear, and get a clear picture of where I was getting real value—and where I wasn’t. Seeing those numbers laid out made it impossible to hide from myself. Did I really need to blow another $500 on a fancy evening dress when I already have >10 sitting in my closet, each worn maybe once? Instead of mindlessly shopping for the next shiny thing, I now ask myself: Do I really need this? Will I actually wear it, or is it just another ‘fantasy self’ purchase? The app is slowly helping me shift away from emotional and impulse spending... I’m still slipping up - but a lot less!
How I Got Started with Indyx
At first, the idea of digitally cataloging my wardrobe sounded daunting. But I managed to get most of it done in a weekend! Here’s how I made it easier:
Start with a core set of items – I searched my email for all my fashion-related online orders from the last three years and cataloged those first. It’s an easy way to get started since I mainly shop online, and now I catalog as I go.
Screen grabs from retailers – Rather than taking photos of every single item myself, I grabbed product photos from retailers’ websites (credit The Wardrobe Edit for this tip!). This made the process super fast, and the polished photos made my wardrobe look more appealing, which made me want to wear what I already had. If I can’t find the exact piece, I find one similar enough.
Taking your own photos – If you do want to photograph your pieces, I found a great video by Christina Mychas on how to take good flat lay photos (much harder than it looks!).
Don’t forget accessories – I cataloged my jewelry, bags, and shoes. These make a huge difference in styling.
How I Use Indyx
Indyx has become a crucial part of how I plan, style, and track my outfits. Here’s how I use it:
Creating Outfits Whenever I'm Inspired – Whenever I come across an outfit I love—whether it’s on Instagram, a street style photo, or even from Netflix…—I head straight to Indyx to recreate it using pieces from my own wardrobe - instead of online shopping! It’s like my own personal shopping site, where I can experiment and plan out new combinations from the comfort of my couch without actually pulling everything out of my closet.
Pre-Planning My Week – On the weekend, I look at my agenda for the upcoming week and plan my outfits in advance. I love that I can assign outfits to specific days on the Indyx calendar, so when the week kicks off, I already know what I’ll be wearing each day. This helps me feel more organized, especially on busy mornings when I don’t have time to think about what to wear. (This idea was stolen from Allison Bornstein!)
Getting Creative on the Day – On the actual day, I’ll try on the outfit I planned. Sometimes it works perfectly, but other times I end up switching things up—whether it’s the weather, my mood, or just realizing something doesn’t fit quite right. I’m also loosely following Hey Mrs. Solomon on Style wardrobe clockwise challenge, which encourages me to rediscover pieces I haven’t worn in a while - 100% recommend! So sometimes, I intentionally grab an item I haven’t worn in a while and create an outfit around it.
Documenting My Outfits – Before I head out the door, I grab a quick outfit shot. I upload the photo to Indyx and update the planned outfit on the calendar literally as I walk to the train station. Doing so makes it so easy to document everything I’ve worn, giving me a complete history of my style choices. Honestly, this continues to be the part I struggle most with - I still feel so cringy and often forget if I’m running. But so great when I do manage to do it for the data and Indyx actually created a guide to taking outfit selfies!
(Note: Some of these are paid features, but if you love data like I do, they’re worth every penny! 10/10 recommend paying for the full experience.)
By documenting everything I wear, I can track what I’m really using, see how often I reach for certain pieces, and continue refining my wardrobe and style with intention. Indyx hasn’t just made me more organized—it’s sparked a new wave of creativity in how I dress.
If you’re intrigued and want to dive deeper, I highly recommend
The Wardrobe Edit: Anna has great posts on integrating Indyx in getting dressed. This Youtube video is a great double click on how to use the analytics
Harry Styles By Harriet Hadfield : Not only does she have AMAZING style, her 365 no buy challenge is so inspiring.
PHEW. If you read all the way to this point - thank you! I guess I hadn’t realized what a Indyx evangelist I’d become… I hope you’ve found this helpful!
Using Indyx has completely changed how I view my wardrobe—and it’s what sparked this whole journey of dressing with intention. Instead of chasing the next shiny thing, I’m (slowly) learning to love and get creative with what I already own. If you’re feeling stuck in your own closet, I highly recommend giving Indyx a try.
If you’re already using Indyx, I’d love to hear how you’re making the most of it!
I second the wishlists! I do the same. Indyx has been a game changer for me and I will never not use it! When you get in the swing of it it’s super quick and weirdly I love doing it 😂
I love this app! Packing lists are awesome. And wishlist. I’ll put a wishlist item in and try mixing it with stuff in my wardrobe to see if it’s going to be a good purchase. I’m a terrible impulse shopper so this pause is so helpful. Then if you buy you just move wishlist item to closet and your outfits are all ready to go!