How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe

What is a Capsule Wardrobe?

A capsule wardrobe is made of curated timely and essential pieces of clothing that you can mix and match easily, while establishing a cohesive style without coming off as a one note closet. You can keep one year-round, or swap in seasonal accents without purging everything. Stay on top of the trend, or don’t. The point is to have a customizable closet that not only fits you, but can grow with an evolving style— without going stale.

Why it Works

  • Versatility – The 3–3–3 rule (three tops, three pants, three shoes = 27 outfits)This is a beginners level concept so it is a great way to not only establish your basic sense of style but it also leaves you with a wide variety of outfits. Get in get out.
  • Sustainability – Staples are timeless. Once you find yours, you can rotate statement pieces in and out without feeling off-trend.
  • Ease – A capsule wardrobe is your basic style so you can easily establish a uniform. This makes getting dressed easy and predictable without going stale.

What to Include

  • Shirt
  • Dress shirt
  • Sweaters/Hoodie
  • Trusted pair of Jeans
  • Dress Pants
  • A dress (optional)
  • Outerwear (blazer, trench coat, utility jacket, puffer)
  • shoes

Responses

  1. Natalie Avery Avatar

    What a great read! What would you recommend for the 3-3-3 accessories as undercover they can change a style vibe or trend? Does the color scheme matter or play a factor?

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    1. Stephanie Avery Avatar

      That is a good idea! I could do some research and make a separate blog post about that. Thanks for the inspiration.

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