A capsule wardrobe is a bunch of clothes that all work well with each other. It frees you from having to plan an outfit every day. It’s a curated ‘quality over quantity’ set of outfits with accessories, bags, and shoes. It can be of different types, like a capsule for a vacation, a season or college, etc. I’ve compiled sets of steps and rules that you need to have an ideal yet affordable capsule wardrobe.
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Steps to building a capsule wardrobe-
1. Identify your style- I KNOW, easier said than done. If you do not have one clear style, just pick the type of clothes you usually feel good in. For me, that means flowy dresses and long flare-sleeved tops. You do not need to follow one aesthetic. You can mix and match different looks. But having a general sense of what you like makes everything easier.
2. Set a purpose- What are the three major activities you dress for daily? My top three would be college, work and casual outings. Every piece you get should fit into at least two of your top three categories. Once you’ve specified a cause, other choices will line up better.
3. Set a budget- Start by deciding how much you feel comfortable spending for this capsule. A set amount helps you stay focused on pieces you will actually use. For example, you may keep half of your budget for staples like jeans or a coat. You can also split your amount into clothing, shoes and bags so nothing gets out of hand. A budget makes it easier to choose between two similar items because you pick the one that fits the plan.
4. Pick tones and colours- Here are colour palettes for you to pick from:
5. Make a Pinterest board or wishlist- Both aid you stay clear about what you want instead of purchasing at random. A shopping list keeps all the things in one location when you purchase. It also guides you to notice patterns of your buying.
- 6. Cardinal rules-
- Clear your cupboard and stock the stuff you are not using before going for a capsule wardrobe.
- Have five basics in your capsule like a plain tee, a black shirt, dark jeans or a warm coat.
- If this is not your first capsule, note what you used the most last time.
- Avoid fillers or impulse purchase as much as you can.
- Buy colours that match each other so your clothes stay easy to pair.
- Pin only the clothes you can imagine wearing often.
- Use your board to test colour combinations before buying.
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