From HM to OVS you will have often heard the term “Capsule Collection”. Collections, most of the time of high fashion brands serving the economy ones, made up of a few elements that can be easily combined and interchanged.
The idea of โโthe “Capsule Wardrobe” starts from this concept. Its main goal? Free the wardrobe from unnecessary clothing and with a few pieces create a maximum number of combinations and styles.
This can be a good idea for those who want to give themselves to a minimal life, for those who are passionate about decluttering or very simply have decided to optimize their money for shopping.
I decided to test myself and I selected the 33 garments to create my very own “Capsule Wardrobe”.
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How do you create a Capsule Wardrobe?
Let’s start with the assumption that all the clothes that make it up will exalt the person who wears them to the maximum. To choose:
– colors that go with everything. Suitable for any occasion and season;
– fabrics with which you feel most comfortable;
– clothes that adapt to your body type (hourglass, pear, apple, and rectangle);
– taking into account the life you lead (office, parties, sports, etc…)
The Formula of 33
The Capsule Wardrobe should consist of no more than 33 clothes excluded:
– pajamas;
– a tracksuit;
– lingerie (no more than 6 pieces).
Let’s find out in detail the 33 clothes that will make up the wardrobe.
๐12 Tops
white t-shirt
turtleneck sweater
solid color top with long sleeves (2)
shirts with buttons (two different colors) (2)
hoodies (2)
camisole (2)
tank tops (2)
๐5 Dresses
midi dress
maxi dress
jumpsuit
black dress
jolly dress
๐งฅ5 Outerwear
of jeans
trench coat
of leather
blazer
cardigan
๐6 Bottoms
jeans (black, blue and white) (3)
shorts (2)
skirt (whose color matches most of your tops)
๐ 5 Shoes
black ankle boots
sneakers
high heels
sandals
flats shoes
Conclusion
Is it possible to live with a “Capsule Wardrobe” made up of only 33 pieces? After my experience I’m told that it’s impossible. This is if the 33 clothes are to be considered for a whole year.
In my opinion, however, it becomes possible if the same are considered relative to the seasons: 33 clothes for winter/autumn and 33 for spring/summer.
Personally, that I only did a few matches for the photos to be attached to the article, I was amazed by some of the outfits that came out.
The advantage is therefore to free up space, but equally save money. All without sacrificing style! Would you be able to create your “33 Capsule Wardrobe”? If yes, try it, publish the result on FB and tag the Magazine page!
Sophia
Wow this is amazing. I have always wanted to do a capsule.
Laura Schwormstedt
Loving your style and yes to a capsule wardrobe – it makes life more organized and you know your going to have an outfit for every day – I really need to do this when I have more time
laura x
Jen
Wow! I aspire to have your wardrobe! Your clothes look fabulous!
Candace Hampton
I am super impressed! You have given us a very specific guide to building a capsule wardrobe. Sometimes I get the overwhelming urge to purge my clothing, and I do, but I haven’t gotten it down to 33. Awesome job and cute outfits!
Kristine Nicole Alessandra
33 pieces would work well for me, because I don’t go anywhere except to the supermarket, drugstore, and the farmer’s market. This guide is a big help when I decide to downsize and ditch those clothes I never wear.
Amber
I love your last set of outfits! So chic!
Ivy
Love the dress part. So many cute outfits <3
Sarah M
The capsule wardrobe is something new and exciting for me. You are looking awesome in all the outfits.
Kait
Iโm so inspired by capsule wardrobe but usually find them a bit boring for my taste. However your style is so effortless and cool and looks great. Maybe Iโll try again!
Joanna
I have wanted to create a capsule wardrobe for some time now. It is such a money saver. Also, it can save so much time when you dress up, as everything goes with everything.
aisasami
I love the idea of the capsule wardrobe too. You have many ideas and they are all so great!
Sarah | Boo Roo and Tigger Too
This has given me food for thought when it comes to organising my capsule wardrobe
rachel
I’ve been considering a capsule wardrobe for a while now!
Shoma
I love this idea and your capsule wardrobe! I am going to see if I can do it too!
Angela Campos
There are so many great pieces here! I love the idea of having a capsule wardrobe, I could use an update to mine!!
Kristyn
I have been moving more and more towards this concept. I think it’s so smart, in so many different areas. Thanks for the tips and suggestions!
Melissa Cushing
I am lovingly of the fabulous outfits pictured on you! You look amazing and I am going to go through my closet now and check and try some things on….maybe even change it up a little ๐ Thats for the inspiration!
Aditi
I love your concept but I am not sure if I will ever be able to do it for myself. I have way too many clothes that I keep wearing year after year but I shall give this 33 clothes kinda concept a try maybe in one of the domains, like clothes that I wear at home.
Nina Bosken
I’ve heard about a capsule wardrobe before and the idea is definitely quite interesting. I love dresses too much I think to do this, but it is a great reminder to downsize a bit where you can.
WorldInEyes
This idea of 33 capsule wardrobe looks quite interesting to do…your outfits looks so awesome and you looks fabulous in them…
Lovely
Wow, you have lots of wonderful outfits! I love it all!
xoxo
Lovely
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Kelsey
I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe! So simple! Iโm not ready to ditch my whole closest but I usually try to pack for vacation this way!
Melissa
I always like having a system for my outfits. This is extremely helpful and I love every outfit you are wearing!
GiGi Eats
You look good in everything you put on but especially dresses!
Jessica Collazo
I like this concept but more for traveling or working. I like to combine lots of fabrics and colors but I like to make use of essential pieces always like a black pair of shoes or white sneakers those are Essentials even nude pumps are Essentials.
Tara Pittman
So many cute outfits. My favorite is the short grey dress
Maria Black
My goal is to someday have a capsule wardrobe, Iโm not there yet though! I think I need to do a lot more organizing of my closet first lol!
Fun post, I enjoyed seeing all of the different outfits! Thanks for sharing ๐
Sarah
I love the idea of this. I’m not sure I could get myself to do it though. I’m a teacher and have many “teacher outfits” for different seasons, as well as many “spirit wear” shirts from my school. As well as my work out clothes, going out clothes, and hang around clothes. LOL I wish I could though! I would much rather having less options in the morning.
chad
Super love your style!!! I love the idea of creating outfit capsules, not sure my wife owns 33 pieces though…
CA
I think I have the types of outfits that will pass for a capsule wardrobe. But I don’t think I only have 33 pieces or if I can give up some of them already.