Building on my previous article about capsule wardrobes, and taking advantage of the hot summer days, let's dive deeper into this game-changing styling method. Creating a capsule wardrobe is simple - anyone can do it - and the best part is you don’t have to spend a dime on new clothes!
The ultimate goal of a capsule wardrobe is to set some boundaries, helping you eliminate the headache and smooth out the frown lines on your face when standing in front of your closet wondering, “What should I wear today?”
How to Create a Capsule Wardrobe
Decide on the number of items: Focus on tops, bottoms, and shoes, aiming for around 5-10 items. Underwear, socks, and accessories don’t count.
Duration: A capsule wardrobe is meant to be temporary and reset after a few weeks. Typically, 1-2 weeks is enough. The more items you have, the longer you can use it. For example, 5 items for 1 week, 7 items for 3 weeks, 10 items for a month. Don’t forget to account for laundry time!
Choose versatile items: Go for classic, basic pieces that aren’t too trendy. Stick with neutral colors like white, black, gray, beige, navy blue, and olive green - these colors work wonders for a capsule wardrobe.
Capsule Wardrobe with 5 Items
Here’s a personal example: with just the 5 items listed below, I can create 6 different outfits:
White T-shirt from Uniqlo
Denim shirt from Officine Generale
Beige chinos from Alex Mill
Indigo jeans from Orslow
White sneakers from Common Projects
Without even considering accessories, anyone’s capsule wardrobe can become surprisingly diverse with these basic items:
With these 5 pieces, I can mix and match to create 6 unique outfits. And this capsule wardrobe can easily be expanded - add a pair of loafers and a white oxford button-down shirt, and the possibilities are endless!
After practicing the capsule wardrobe method for over 2 years, here are a few things I’ve learned:
Limits decision-making: With fewer choices, picking outfits becomes simpler. This is especially helpful for daily dressing or when you’re traveling for business.
Stimulates creativity: Having limited options pushes you to get creative - experimenting with tucking in your t-shirt, trying different accessories, etc.
Saves time: Obviously!
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