a capsule wardrobe is a seasonal selection of key pieces that are interchangeable and most importantly, make you feel good. all you need to get started is just ten basic pieces.
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recently, i taught a class on building a capsule wardrobe with alx community. i started with an important list of what a capsule wardrobe is and is not.
with these rules in mind, let’s talk about the ten pieces that provide the basis of your capsule wardrobe.
these ten pieces are the perfect place to start. obviously, workout clothes, comfy pieces and a work uniform can be included as well. however, think of this list as your roadmap — if you make too many detours, you’ll get lost.
where should you invest? i highly recommend investing in a good suit jacket, trousers, blouse, light jacket/coat and black dress. focus here first then mix and match trendy pieces.
on the topic of trends, have fun! some of my faves for the season are animal print, suiting and plaid. remember that trends may or may not be included in your wardrobe from year to year, so be careful with how much you spend.
overall, having a capsule wardrobe for each season has made getting dressed soooo much easier, helped me to spend less money on clothes and motivated me to “shop” my own closet each season. got questions? drop them below!
what i’m wearing
silk blouse | saint laurent
jeans | j.crew
shoes | franco sarto (similar)
teddy jacket | saint laurent
Great key points. I have to add, a classic pencil skirt, and a flirty full skirt!
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yes, i totally agree!