Building a capsule wardrobe can be a lot of fun. It’s an excellent way to apply minimalist principles to your life while also being able to dress fashionably at the same time. It’s the polar opposite of “fast fashion,” which sees millions of garments thrown in the trash every year, just because they get a little old.
But what should go into your capsule wardrobe? Well, you’re about to find out. We take a look at the essential pieces you could include that are suitable for wearing year-round. Let’s take a look.
Before You Start
Before you get started on your capsule wardrobe, you’ll need to take several factors into consideration to ensure you make optimal clothing choices. The first step is to choose a color palette. If you’re only allowed a small number of clothes, you need to ensure everything matches. Start with a base color, like gray, navy, or black, and then add one or two accents from there from the rest of the color wheel. Only choose colors that complement each other.
You can add patterns and prints to capsule wardrobes, but you need to be careful. The need to suit your skin tone and hair color and look natural against the background colors.
The next step is to choose 10 items that will complete your wardrobe and won’t leave you having to go back to the store to get more. Everything you buy should be functional, durable, and long-lasting.