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Writer's pictureGinger Laurier

Curating a Capsule Wardrobe

Updated: Aug 29


Have you ever considered curating a collection of essential pieces so you can enjoy a functional wardrobe? The beginning of a new season is an excellent time to build a capsule wardrobe. This autumn, why not try organizing a smaller, more select wardrobe, including jackets, tops, bottoms, dresses, skirts, footwear, and jewelry. These garments can mix and match to give you many styling options. 



Elegant pieces in your wardrobe never go out of style.


Organizing a wardrobe for each season is a good idea since you'll save time and energy getting dressed. Here are our thoughts and recommendations regarding building a capsule wardrobe. 


The concept is about quality over quantity, focusing on timeless, well-fitting pieces that mix and match to create a wide range of outfits. Despite having a limited number of pieces, a well-curated capsule wardrobe offers numerous outfit combinations suitable for various occasions, from casual to formal. It's a thoughtful, stylish approach to fashion that emphasizes versatility and personal expression.




Look for pieces that can coordinate with several items in your wardrobe. A vest looks casual and relaxed with pants but also looks great with a skirt and tall boots for a slightly dressier look.


Going through your closet and trying on everything is an excellent place to start. If an item is out-of-date, damaged or doesn't fit, consider consignment, donation or repurposing. 


Begin by defining your style. Do you prefer a classic, minimalist, or eclectic style? Your style is crucial since it forms the foundation of your capsule wardrobe. Your style should reflect your lifestyle, and you should be comfortable. 


Select a Base Colour

Once you have decluttered and assessed your style, it's time to decide what colours you wish to use as the base for your essential pieces. Choose 2-3 neutral colours like black, white, beige, cream, grey, camel, medium brown, or blue to be the base. Try adding 1-2 accent colours as you build a capsule wardrobe. Accent colours can be bolder shades that can make you look and feel your best. 



Wear a stylish neutral tone with a corduroy textured pant and a soft cashmere sweater. Add a bold boot, and you have an elevated everyday look.


Essentials 

Once you've selected your neutral colours, consider what essential pieces you want. Essentials are your tops and bottoms that coordinate with many other pieces in your wardrobe. If you choose classic essentials, they will never go out of style and give you many styling options. Button-up shirts, long and short-sleeved tops or sweaters, and casual or dress pants are excellent additions to a wardrobe.


Pick a Colour or Pattern

Consider adding a colour or a pattern since they are fun and will not limit your style options.


A classic jacket with timeless animal print denim is perfect for this season's capsule wardrobe.


Suggested pieces to include in a capsule wardrobe are: 


  • Wool or insulated coat

  • Blazer

  • Cardigan

  • Knitted sweater

  • Button-up shirt

  • Basic tees

  • Skirt

  • Dark colour denim

  • Medium colour denim

  • Tailored pant

  • Dress

  • Tote bag 

  • Shoulder or crossbody bag

  • Wool hat

  • Cashmere wrap or silk scarf

  • Sneakers

  • Loafers

  • Boots

  • Leather belt


The key to a functional closet is to make sure everything coordinates together. Once you have your foundation pieces, add a few stylish items. For example, you can choose an edgy, modern, boho, or eclectic style jacket or footwear to complement your foundation pieces.  


A dark green dress looks fantastic with a white button-up shirt and tall black boots. We love green since we know it pairs beautifully with many neutral colours.


A pop of colour with a cashmere knit is lovely to wear.


We feel it's important to ask questions through the process so you'll have a wardrobe you love wearing that can be adapted over several seasons and years. These questions are:


1. Does it go with three other items in your capsule?

2. How many outfits can you create with this item?

3. Does it fit with your style?

4. Does the fit and fabric work for you?

5. Will this work with your lifestyle?


We are happy to meet with you to give you a personalized shopping experience when you assemble your capsule wardrobe, and we can show you all the new arrivals. There are plenty of styles and colours to choose from this season. You can start with what you already own and build from this.


A capsule wardrobe allows you to buy better-quality fabrics that you can wear for several years. Try not to get caught up with how many pieces you need to build your wardrobe. Each of us has to consider our lifestyle, budget and desire to invest in our wardrobes. 


Wear what makes you happy!






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