What If You Wore the Same Outfit to Work Every Day for Three Years?

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Ever found yourself scrambling through your closet, trying on three different outfits before you even step out the door? Or maybe you show up to work feeling either too dressed up or too casual. And when there’s an important meeting on the horizon, you spend more time worrying about your outfit than actually preparing for it. Sound familiar?

It turns out, Matilda Kahl, an art director at a major ad agency in New York, had enough of this daily dilemma. One day, she decided to simplify her life by creating a uniform. She went out and bought six pairs of black trousers, 15 white shirts, and a black blazer for the chillier days. To make it feel uniquely hers, she added a chic black leather rosette. In one shopping trip, she eliminated the stress of outfit choices. And just like that, she wore the same outfit every day for three years.

Believe it or not, this isn’t a new concept. Matilda points out that many people have embraced a similar style for ages—they call it a suit. In her article for Harper’s Bazaar, which has been shared over 92,000 times, she mentions the curious reactions she received. Some thought she was on a bet or even wondered if she had joined a cult that required a leather accessory. But she’s not alone in this choice. Icons like Mark Zuckerberg, who rocks jeans and a gray t-shirt, and Steve Jobs, who was known for his black turtleneck and jeans, have also embraced the idea of a uniform. Even President Obama stuck to gray or blue suits daily. And let’s not forget Albert Einstein, who opted for multiple versions of the same gray suit to simplify his mornings.

Interestingly, there seems to be a lack of women in this notable group. The pressure for women to wear varied and interesting outfits is typically higher than for men. But Matilda Kahl stepped up, crafting a uniform that met all her workplace needs while saving her time and energy. I can’t help but feel a bit envious, as I often find myself pondering which striped t-shirt to wear, even when to others it probably looks the same.

Since she made the switch, Kahl states she’s done some of her best work, although she did get a chuckle when a VP at her former agency thought she couldn’t afford new clothes and started working on getting her a raise. While that extra cash never came through, it does highlight the potential benefits of this approach.

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In summary, Matilda Kahl’s bold choice to wear the same outfit every day for three years has sparked a conversation about wardrobe simplicity, productivity, and societal pressures, especially for women. Her experience shows that eliminating the stress of outfit choices can lead to greater focus and creativity.