We all know the feeling of looking at your wardrobe in the morning, the clock is ticking down until you have to start work, yet you can’t think of a single thing to wear. Sound a bit like you? We’ve all been there. That’s why we’re introducing you to the Capsule Wardrobe.
A Capsule Wardrobe means a limited number of essential/staple items that compliment each other and can be worn for multiple seasons. This idea was coined in the 1970’s by London boutique owner, Susie Faux, and the principle is still used today. The whole point of having a minimalist yet interchangeable and stylish wardrobe is to make our lives easier and better.
Some of the benefits of this simple principle include:
- Saving you time picking and putting together outfits
- Taking the drama out of making decisions, saving that brainpower for something more useful
- Being easily sustainable because these staple pieces will stay in style and last you for years
- Saving you money, constant shopping is a surefire way to drain your bank account
- Taking the general stress out of picking outfits or worrying that clothes may not fit
Are you sold yet? We sure are! Welcome to the ultimate guide to putting together the perfect capsule wardrobe:
Step 1: Assess What You Already Own
The first step to getting this ultimate wardrobe is doing an audit of the clothes you already own. To achieve this step simply ask yourself these questions. When was the last time I wore this? If you haven’t worn it in months, you probably won’t wear it soon and it won’t make a great addition to your capsule wardrobe.
Next ask yourself what kind of lifestyle you live and what activities are a huge part of this lifestyle. This will help you realise what clothing items are essential.
Lastly, analyse your favourite clothing pieces and why you love them. This will help you understand what types, fits, colours, and materials are right for you.
Step 2: Plan, Plan, Plan
Now that you know what you love, you can start planning how a capsule wardrobe will work for you. This step is all about personalisation. Choose a general colour scheme with neutrals such as white, black, grey, nude, navy, or cream. These colours work well together and with any other colour. Neutral colours are a great way to look put together all the time with minimal effort. Once you’ve chosen these you can add in a few accent colours that compliment your skin tone and style.
Then choose clothes that flatter you and make you feel good. Whether that’s high waisted pants, skinny jeans, v-necks, cropped tops, or tanks. This is all up to your own preferences.
Step 3: Start Building
It’s that time to let go of everything that you don’t love and don’t want to include in your capsule wardrobe. Declutter all those clothes by selling or donating them, just because they don’t serve you doesn’t mean someone else wouldn’t LOVE them in their own capsule wardrobe.
When you’ve done this it’s time to start building. Some classic tips for this are to consider having a pair of black pants, two pairs of jeans, a few neutral-coloured shirts and tank tops, a cardigan for layering, and a versatile black dress that can be used for almost any occasion. Don’t forget to consider coats, shoes, and staple accessories. We recommend having high quality items so that they last longer as you’ll be wearing them quite often. You’re now ready to take the world by storm!
Top Tip: If you live in a four-season climate, try putting clothes that are not in season in boxes so that you have four different capsule wardrobes that will have you looking stylish and put-together all year round!
If you’re looking for some additions to your capsule wardrobe, check out our product catalogue where you can find high quality clothes from sustainable brands all in one place. Your capsule wardrobe is just around the corner, what are you waiting for?