A reader requested some advice on the perfect capsule wardrobe - what are the necessities?
Sometimes you can have a wardrobe full of clothes, but you cannot find anything to wear? Sometimes the best advice is to focus on your essentials.
Here is my version of everyday wardrobe essentials, I promise you if you have these basics in your wardrobe you will never run out of things to wear.
Here's an example:
It is
really important that you take into consideration your body shape in choosing
each piece for your wardrobe and of course they have to be colours
that suit you. It is best to stick to only two to three additional colours (that also match together) to your
neutrals (beige, black and white) and then you can mix and match everything.
Each of these pieces can be as casual or as tailored as you like so they fit into your lifestyle. And don't forget you can add interest by having subtle detail so for instance the white shirt could be a wrap around with a tie. Ensure everything is tailored to your shape - are your jeans too long? get them altered by a tailor so they fit you perfectly, you will wear them so much more.
My advice is to put most of your budget towards your Jeans, Jackets, Shoes and Bags as you tend to use these items more.
My advice is to put most of your budget towards your Jeans, Jackets, Shoes and Bags as you tend to use these items more.
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| The 9 Absolute Essentials |
16 Classic Wardrobe
Essentials
- White shirt
- Silk long sleeve shirt in a colour (sleeves can be rolled up)
- Blazer or Suit jacket
- Casual Jacket (ideally leather)
- Trench Coat (black, beige or in a colour)
- Classic Black Dress (which can be dressed up or down)
- Dress with Pattern or Colour (shape to suit you - wrap dress, fitted, classic, Tunic Style)
- Pencil Skirt
- Black Leggings
- Dark Blue jeans (skinny, wide leg or boot cut) depending on your shape.
- Classic Tailored Trousers (wide or skinny leg)
- Pattern or Coloured top
- Black & White (t-shirt/ v neck or scoop neck top)
- Merino Sweater in classic shape (round, turtle or v-neck)
- Fitted Cardigan
- Black and White Tank Top
Additional Accessories
and Shoes:
- Two belts in neutral colour (black or tan) (1 waist belt, 1 hip belt)
- Two scarves in various patterns or colours
- Classic Tote bag (for everyday)
- Classic Envelope purse (for evenings out and social outings)
- Flats in neutral colour ( Ballets, Slippers, Brogues)
- Neutral Coloured Sandals
- Classic high heel pump
- Classic white canvas sneaker
- Black boots
Lunch with the girls? dark blue jeans, ballet flats, silk shirt and blazer, scarf and envelope purse.
Business Meeting? Pants, Blazer, white shirt, scarf, bag.
Dropping kids off at school? tunic dress, belt, leggings and sandals.
Evening out? Black dress, belt, pumps, envelope purse.
Don't forget that accessories - necklaces, earrings, bracelets can change a look dramatically so have fun with these.
How you can work a business casual look with 8 key items.
City Chic Capsule
Rock Chic Wardrobe
One Belero Jacket Seven looks.... try your essentials with lots of different things......
So make sure the next time you go shopping consider what is necessary for your capsule and what is just going to bulk up your wardrobe!
As always if you have a question or want help with your look let me know! Hope you find this helpful :-)
Love Siobhan x
Thanks so much for this. I dream of having a minimalised wardrobe where everything goes together - wouldn't that be bliss? First stop: wardrobe clear out (the big, scary kind) then a gap analysis. Wish me luck! Xx
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