Less Is More: Three Pieces For Your Capsule Wardrobe
Less is more, or so that’s what we’ve heard and we think we’re starting to agree. It seems we’re moving from a maximalist state of mind to a more practical one. But that doesn’t mean that we’re not still having fun with fashion, it just means that our approach is a bit more practical and functional.
So, what is a capsule wardrobe? A capsule wardrobe is when you own multiple pieces of clothing that are easily styled and interchangeable with each other to create many effortless looks. Don’t be weary. The secret to the capsule wardrobe is that each outfit looks different from the other so don’t be afraid that you’ll appear to be an outfit repeater.
Ideally, you’ll build your capsule wardrobe based on your own unique and personal style and it can range from anywhere to 20-40 items of clothing including shoes as well. By mixing and matching these same pieces you can create about...well we’re no mathematician but we imagine you can create a lot of different looks. We love the idea of a capsule wardrobe because in the age of sustainability in fashion, you can create infinite outfits and have pieces that will last a lifetime. Also, great for budget, right?
While we can’t cover all twenty, thirty or forty items you should have in your capsule wardrobe, we do have three great pieces we think would be a fantastic start to building one. Shop these three items now and you can thank us later.
Our first item for your wardrobe may surprise you but stay with us here. A good pair of sneakers is an essential for our capsule closet because they are an extremely versatile (and useful) pair of shoes. You can dress them up or wear them casually, the choice is yours. We like these New Balance 574 Core Sneakers because they come in a variety of neutral tones that are easy to style with other clothing in your wardrobe. They’re also very comfortable and are a great basic but stylish sneaker option.
We’d like to see these styled with a pair of denim and a blazer for a casual look or even with a work outfit such as a fitted suit for an edgy take on a workday fit.
A good pair of denim jeans is essential for any wardrobe. However, when building your capsule wardrobe it’s important to have a good pair of denim that is a style that is versatile to build upon. This pair of Rider High Waisted Jeans from Mother is a high-waisted, straight leg style in a medium wash. They’re not too dark, rise just above the ankle and have a lightly distressed finish. Jeans are great because when they’re from a brand like Mother or the classic Levi’s they’ll last for years and provide infinite styling options.
This pair of denim is great to style with your sneakers (as we said above), or with a chic black or brown boot for a chic, slightly dressed up look.
A scarf may seem like a small item, but it’s essential when it comes to this list. A scarf is one of those underrated accessories but it can truly transform an outfit from basic to stylishly elegant. You can tie a scarf in more than one way which only adds more options for styling it with an outfit. You can opt for the classic loose around the neck, fold it in half for a shorter style, hang it off the shoulders like a shawl or a low loose knot for an easy going fit.
Adding multiple scarves to your collection is great for creating multiple looks but this Missoni scarf is a great neutral color which is good for capsule wardrobes because it will pretty much go with everything else in your closet. It’s a good longer length, basic rectangular fit and absolutely classic and effortless.
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