Find out what a capsule wardrobe is and see the step-by-step guide to creating yours.

The capsule wardrobe will help you! Are you the type of woman who opens her closet and feels lost about what to wear? Do you think that no combination makes sense, and you have too many clothes but don’t know how to use them? Well, your problem can be solved with the tips we’ve brought!

One of the great advantages of a capsule wardrobe is the organization and functionality it provides to your wardrobe. It’s great to make peace with all the pieces that make up your look and personality throughout the days and shout to the world that you have the perfect closet!

What is a capsule wardrobe?

Before we teach you how to create one, let’s talk about what a capsule wardrobe is. A capsule wardrobe is a collection of clothing and accessories in which all the pieces work together.

One person can build different types of capsules, whether for work, accessories, or nightlife, but the most important thing to know is that, for a fully functional wardrobe, the first capsule to create is the basics.

Every capsule can and should be built around the 7 universal styles, which are classic, traditional, romantic, creative, basic, sexy, and dramatic.

See how to find your personal color here!

If you don’t know which one is yours, an image consultant can help you. However, the most important thing is to keep in mind that, even with one of these styles as a base (or a mix of them), the capsule wardrobe will always be composed first of more neutral and easy-to-match pieces.

The basic capsule is like the “foundation” of the wardrobe. After it’s complete, you have the possibility to expand it. There’s no ideal number of clothes within the capsule; it varies according to each person’s lifestyle and needs. For example, if you’re a woman who doesn’t like to repeat clothes often, it’s important that you have more pieces to provide more possibilities.

Minimalist and romantic capsule wardrobes Above, we have an example of a romantic-style capsule. A flared skirt in a light tone, a blouse with bow details, Mary Jane-style flats, and other elements.

Notice that even within the romantic style, the pieces chosen for the capsule wardrobe are basic and minimalist, making it easy to mix and match. The perfect closet should be functional. Remember that!

For example, look 1 could be suitable for a happy hour with friends or a movie date with your crush. Look 2 is appropriate for a party or an event that requires a more refined dress code.

Look 5 would be ideal for work. See how the pieces transition well between different contexts and match each other? That said, let’s move on to the tips for creating your capsule wardrobe.

Step-by-step for the perfect closet

  • Clean out your wardrobe: Choose a day to take out all the items you have in your wardrobe. Try on all of them, every single one! Observe the fit, examine the finish, check if they have any defects, and most importantly, see if they fit your style and make you feel good and elegant when you wear them. Don’t be afraid to clean out your closet!
  • To make the process easier, before you start, separate looks that you like and find inspiring. When you’re analyzing, look at the images and see if your clothing aligns with what you’re looking for.

TIP: Pinterest is a great ally in this inspiration process! We love using it to boost our creativity with the thousands of different combinations and styles you can find there. Take a look!

  • Sort the pieces: Separate the items you’ll donate in one pile, organize the pieces that need adjustments in another, and keep in your wardrobe the ones you decided to keep. For the clothes that need adjustments, leave them out. If you put them back in the closet, you might forget about them and never get them altered.
  • Experiment: This is the time to unleash your creativity! All the pieces that remain will become part of your capsule wardrobe. Look at the colors and examine the patterns and cuts. Try on all the pieces and attempt to create combinations with them.
  • How many tops can go with the same pair of pants? How many shirts can be paired with a skirt? And so on. Remember the looks you separated for inspiration; they can help you in this creative process! This is how you’ll identify what’s already solved and what you need to complete your capsule.

 

  • Make a list: Create a list of everything you’ve noticed is missing in your wardrobe. It could be a white dress shirt, a black straight-leg pair of pants, a more neutral bag, or a classic accessory. Write down everything that’s absent. If you have difficulty determining what’s missing or not, this text can help you.From this point on, you’ll have a list of what to look for when shopping. Avoid impulsive purchases; always consider what your capsule wardrobe is asking for. Remember what you already have at home and try to see if the piece in the store can be easily paired with others. You’ll see how efficient your shopping will be!

    Here’s a bonus tip!

When heading out to the mall or the streets to find what you desire, prepare in advance. Organization is essential when trying to avoid impulse buying or getting lost while looking for something. Make a list of the items you intend to find, avoid wearing overly complicated outfits—this will save you time in the fitting room!

The same goes for shoes. Sandals, sneakers, and boots with many laces can be complicated. Don’t lose patience; go with practical pieces!

Advantages of a capsule wardrobe

At the beginning of the text, we already mentioned that one of the great benefits of a capsule wardrobe is its functionality. With pieces that go together within your wardrobe, you’ll find it easier to put together your everyday outfits. Another advantage is that you can reduce the number of pieces and, consequently, lower your monthly clothing expenses.

A capsule wardrobe also gives you a broad and clear view of your collection of pants, skirts, tops, and third pieces. You know that situation when you find a little T-shirt you didn’t even remember having? Well, that won’t happen anymore. The wonders of organization and clarity for our perfect closet!

Now that you know what a capsule wardrobe is, its advantages, and the step-by-step guide to get started, there are no excuses, right? We guarantee that you won’t regret it, and the change will be noticed by everyone! If you want to do this with the help of a professional in the field, image consulting is a great option.

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