The Lila Blog

Not sure what to wear?

Outfit ideas, styling tips and real examples of how decisions come together, from homecoming and prom to weddings.

Homecoming

The Complete Homecoming Look

Your homecoming dress is just the start. Here's how to build a complete look (hair, makeup, shoes, and accessories) that all work together so you walk in feeling like the whole package.

Katryna Villegas
Oct 6, 2026 · 1 min read

Homecoming

Homecoming Looks with the Group Chat

Coordinating homecoming outfits with your friend group doesn't have to turn into a group chat nightmare. Here's how to look amazing together, without anyone feeling boxed in.

Katryna Villegas
Sep 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Prom

A Story of Sparkle & Struggle

Finding a prom dress shouldn’t take weeks and months of searching. Lila helps you turn your vibe into the perfect dress—fast, personal, and stress-free.

Juana Vicente
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Find the Perfect Dress Without Stress

Shopping for a dress can feel overwhelming—endless racks, endless scrolling. Lila helps you skip the hassle and find what to wear for weddings, prom, and beyond.

Lilly Emadi
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 min read

Homecoming

Homecoming Dress Guide: Every Style, Every Budget

Not sure what to wear to homecoming? Lila's complete guide covers every dress style, budget range, and body type, so you can skip the stress and find the one.

Katryna Villegas
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 min read

Wedding

Lila Found My Wedding Guest Dress

Finding a wedding guest dress shouldn’t take hours of scrolling. Lila helps you decide what to wear for weddings, prom, and special events—without the overwhelm.

Maria Shum
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

We are finally ready for Beta

We Are Finally Ready for Beta — And So Is Your Event Outfit Help

Maria Shum
May 4, 2026 · 1 min read

Wedding

The Bestie Who Always Replies

Not sure what to wear for Valentine’s Day, prom, or weddings? Lila is an AI personal stylist that turns your vibe into outfits you love—without endless scrolling.

Nathalia Johnson-Martinez
Feb 23, 2026 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

A Year in Review

From closet app to AI stylist—how Lila evolved to help you decide what to wear for prom, weddings, and special events without endless searching.

Maria Shum
Dec 29, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Founder Thoughts: The Fight

Building Lila—an AI stylist for prom, weddings, and life’s big moments—taught me something unexpected: sometimes strength isn’t about pushing harder, but choosing a different way forward.

Maria Shum
Dec 22, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Trust & Safety in the Age of AI

A reflection on how safety, trust, and self-expression shape Lila’s mission to help girls and women feel confident in their style and themselves.

Maria Shum
Nov 21, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Pitched Lila at EchoHer x TechCrunch Disrupt

I paced the room, delivering my one-minute pitch with confidence and flair. As the day went on, the pitch slowly… fell out of my head. By the time I jumped into the Waymo, I’d completely forgotten the whole thing.

Maria Shum
Nov 14, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

How a T-Shirt and Jeans Inspired My Pitch

Prom, weddings, or just showing up—what you wear shouldn’t feel stressful. Lila helps you decide with confidence, starting from what already feels like you.

Maria Shum
Nov 3, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

💅Lila's Got a Makeover

From prototype to personality—how Lila evolved into an AI stylist built for prom, weddings, winter formals, and quinceañeras, helping you decide what to wear without endless searching.

Maria Shum
Oct 31, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

✨ The Vision for Lila

Shopping for prom, weddings, and quinceañeras shouldn’t be more drama than the event itself. Lila is an AI stylist built to bring clarity and confidence—without endless searching.

Maria Shum
Oct 6, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Why I Built Lila

What inspired Lila? A last-minute bachelorette trip, endless scrolling, and nothing to wear. Here’s how that moment led to an AI stylist that helps you decide—fast.

Maria Shum
Aug 29, 2025 · 1 min read

Prom

Why Prom?

Why is finding a prom dress so stressful? From endless scrolling to social pressure, here’s why prom is one of the hardest style decisions—and how Lila helps teens choose with confidence.

Maria Shum
Aug 22, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

Meet Lila: Your New AI Personal Stylist

Ever wish someone could just look at your inspo board and tell you exactly what to wear? That’s why we built Lila: your AI stylist that turns event details into a trustworthy outfit in seconds.

Maria Shum
Aug 15, 2025 · 1 min read

The Brand Story

From Closet to Stylist: The Day Lila Found Her Voice

I built a closet app that didn’t work—especially for big moments like weddings or bachelorette parties. Here’s how Lila became an AI stylist for your most important events.

Katryna Villegas
Aug 1, 2025 · 1 min read