How to Try On Clothes From Your Own Closet Virtually

Most virtual try-on apps only work with items from online stores. You upload a selfie, pick something from their catalog, and see a preview. But what about the clothes already hanging in your closet? What if you could see yourself wearing that blazer with those jeans — without physically trying them on?

With FitInView, you can. Here's exactly how to do it.

Step 1: Digitize Your Wardrobe

Before you can try on your own clothes virtually, the app needs to know what you own. FitInView offers three ways to add items:

• Video Scanner — Film your closet and AI identifies each garment automatically. This is the fastest method for large wardrobes.
• Individual Photo — Take a photo of a single item. AI removes the background and categorizes it.
• Manual Entry — For items you can't photograph easily, add them with a description and the AI fills in details.

The scanner is the breakthrough feature. Point your phone at your hanging clothes, slowly pan across, and the app isolates each item. Most users can digitize their entire wardrobe in under 15 minutes.

Step 2: Upload a Personal Photo

You need one clear photo of yourself. A full-body shot works best, but FitInView can also work with upper-body photos (it extends the frame as needed for lower-body items). Tips for the best results:

• Stand against a simple, uncluttered background
• Use natural or bright indoor lighting
• Face the camera directly with a relaxed pose
• Wear fitted clothing (the AI replaces it, so it doesn't matter what you're wearing)

Step 3: Try On Any Combination

Navigate to any item in your wardrobe and tap the try-on button. The AI generates a photorealistic image of you wearing that item in 5-15 seconds. You can also try on complete outfits: select a top, bottom, shoes, and accessories, then generate the full look at once.

There are three ways to trigger a try-on:

• From item detail — tap 'Try On' on any individual garment
• From Outfit Builder — assemble an outfit on the flat-lay canvas, then hit 'Try On' to see it on yourself
• From Style Twin — ask the AI stylist for suggestions and tap 'Try On' on any recommendation

Step 4: Compare and Decide

Try-on results are saved in your history. You can compare different combinations side by side, share results with friends for a second opinion, or save favorites to a 'looks' collection. This is especially useful for planning outfits for upcoming events — you can try five options in a few minutes without touching your closet.

Why This Matters

Most people wear 20% of their wardrobe 80% of the time. Virtual try-on with your own clothes helps you rediscover forgotten items and find combinations you wouldn't have considered. It also makes morning outfit decisions faster — check your options in the app before you even open the closet door.