Lani and other stylists recently weighed in on some fashion “rules” to follow (or not follow) in The Washington Post. Check out the article here for advice on which fashion formulas to follow and which ones to skip.
Read the full article on washingtonpost.com, or read below for an excerpt.
Published January 19, 2026
By Rachel Kurzius
On the 3-3-3 Rule: “By selecting three tops, three bottoms, and three pairs of shoes that can all work together, this guideline says, you can build your own capsule wardrobe…. Inlander has her own spin in contrast to the 3-3-3 rule. She has a list of five must-have pieces for clients: an item in their power color, a perfectly tailored trouser, dress shoes they can walk in, a lightweight yet structured tote and a comfortable blazer.”
Illustrations by Lucy Naland/The Washington Post; iStock
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