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Stephanie Drenka

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Spring/Summer Capsule Wardrobe 2017

Monday, April 3, 2017 · In: Capsule Wardrobe, Fashion

After some serious spring cleaning and careful online shopping, my newest capsule wardrobe is finally complete!

Click here if you’d rather skip the post and start shopping…

What is a “Capsule Wardrobe”?

It’s a minimal, interchangeable wardrobe with a finite number made up of clothes you actually love to wear. (Source: Huffington Post)

You can also check out these two posts from last year’s capsules for additional info: Winter Capsule Wardrobe, Spring Capsule Wardrobe. Now that I’ve discovered this way of simplifying your style and dressing more intentionally, I don’t think I’ll ever go back.

I’ve learned some lessons over the past year of minimal fashion, and this is the most excitement I’ve felt going into a new season. Knowing how brutal Texas summers can get, I wasn’t able to carry over a lot of clothing from my Winter capsule, but I’m hoping that many of these easily-layered pieces will transition nicely into next Fall.

#CapsuleWardrobe Tip: Stick with high-quality basics that will last through multiple seasons!

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I ended up wearing black for about 80% of the time last season, so I was anxious to add some color and prints this time around. I’m still trying to keep to a minimal aesthetic, but swapping out black items for white ones, incorporating blush pink as a new color, and adding gingham for a fun seasonal print.

With some summer vacations in mind, I added another category to show things that I use when traveling. When flying, I always try to fit everything in a carry-on suitcase or duffle bag, so I don’t have to check any luggage.

Without further ado, I present my Spring/Summer 2017 Capsule Wardrobe…

Tops:
1. White Short-Sleeve Blouse
2. Striped Tank Top
3. White Tank Top
4. Black Off-the-Shoulder Top
5. Gingham Peplum Top
6. White V-Neck T-Shirt
7. Striped V-Neck T-Shirt
8. Black Strappy Camisole
9. Blush Off-the-Shoulder Top (Similar)

Bottoms:
1. Denim Shorts
2. High-Waisted Skinny Jeans
3. Foulard Print Shorts
4. White Denim Shorts
5. White Distressed Jeans
6. Distressed Boyfriend Jeans
7. White Culotte Pants

Dresses:
1. Blush Off-the-Shoulder Dress
2. White Flounce Dress
3. Black Flounce Dress
4. White Off-the-Shoulder Dress
5. Black T-Shirt Dress
6. Black Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress
7. White Flute Sleeve Shirtdress
8. Ivory Apron Midi Dress

Swimwear:
1. Black Off-the-Shoulder Bikini Top
2. Black High-Waisted Bikini Bottoms
3. Black Open Front Caftan Cover-Up
4. Black Ruffle One-Piece Swimsuit

Shoes:
1. Black High Heeled Mule Sandals
2. Black CrissCross Sandals
3. Tan Suede Block Heel Sandals
4. Brown Leather Booties
5. White Converse Chuck Taylor Sneakers

Accessories:
1. Mirrored Sunglasses
2. Baublebar Ishigaki Drop Earrings
3. Paisley Bandanas
4. Grey Tory Burch York Tote
5. Ona ‘Bond Street’ Camera Bag
6. Insect Shield Scarf
7. Cult Gaia Ark Bag
8. Brixton ‘Joanna’ Straw Hat
9. Kate Spade Rain Check Umbrella

Travel:
1. Diane Von Furstenberg Saluti Suitcase
2. Sole Society ‘Lacie’ Weekender Bag
3. Airplane-friendly Makeup Bag
4. Toiletries Travel Set
5. GoPro Hero4 Silver
6. Fujifilm XT1
7. Fujinon 35mm 1.4R Lens
8. Ona ‘Kyoto’ Camera Strap
 
Would love to hear from anyone else who has found success building a capsule wardrobe! Any tips to share or essentials that I’m missing from this list?

By: Stephanie Drenka · In: Capsule Wardrobe, Fashion · Tagged: Minimalism

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  1. Sevi says

    Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Can I just have you build my wardrobe?!? You literally have the dreamiest capsule wardrobes. Please just build mine for me ❤

    Reply
    • Stephanie Drenka says

      Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8:40 am

      oh my gosh, i would love to! that’s it– i’m coming over saturday and revamping your closet.

      Reply
  2. Brooke says

    Monday, April 3, 2017 at 1:49 pm

    YES YES CHEERS TO BLUSH AND GINGHAM, lol!

    xx
    Brooke

    Reply
    • Stephanie Drenka says

      Monday, April 3, 2017 at 5:41 pm

      hehe blush feels so springtime-y to me!

      Reply
  3. Heather says

    Friday, April 7, 2017 at 4:39 pm

    Your capsule for spring//summer is so dreamy and cool! I’m making my way through The Curated Closet and doing the activities, but I don’t think I’m at a capsule wardrobe level yet, but you’ve inspired me to give it a try soon!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Drenka says

      Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 7:07 pm

      thank you, heather! yes– it’s definitely worth a try. give yourself some leniency for your first time, and refine your methods each season.

      Reply
  4. McKenna says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    I love all the black and white in your wardrobe! And some blush pieces too!

    Reply
  5. Summer @ Coffee With Summer says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    Yes! Love capsule wardrobes in the warmer months so, so fun!

    Reply
  6. Rachel says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    I loveee capsule wardrobes! that’s basically what I have! Love your picks!

    Reply
  7. Ashley says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    Yes! Honestly I have so little summer clothes that I basically have a capsule wardrobe at this point (I don’t even have a full capsule wardrobe). I’m excited to fill in my wardrobe, but I’m definitely going to be incredibly intentional with what I buy! Your post definitely inspired me!
    xx
    Ashley

    Reply
  8. BEllA says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 6:10 pm

    I love all your pick!!! all the dresses are so pretty! I am a huge dress fan.

    Reply
  9. Jenny says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    I’ve always wanted to try one of these! Great picks.

    Reply
  10. amy says

    Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    I always love the idea of a capsule wardrobe and always give props to those people who can pull it off! I don’t think I currently can haha!
    xoxo,
    Amy | Pastel N Pink

    Reply
  11. the sofieyah diaries says

    Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 7:05 am

    Oh, I love this list! Thanks for sharing!!

    http://thesofieyahdiaries.com/beauty/travel-beauty-bag

    Reply
  12. Kristine says

    Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 9:19 am

    I haven’t created a formalized capsule wardrobe for myself, but I’ve gotten very intentional with the pieces I do purchase and consider whether or not I’d actually wear them. My wallet thanks me, haha!

    Reply
  13. Greta says

    Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    We’re about to downsize from a house to an apartment so I really need to do a capsule wardrobe! It sounds much more practical and a total space saver!

    Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com

    Reply
  14. Amanda says

    Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    I love the idea of a capsul wardrobe, especially for summer and for traveling. I don’t think I could ever actually do it because I love shopping too much, but I am loving your picks and spot a few I totally want to add to my closet. 😛

    Reply
  15. Marie says

    Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    These are all so pretty! Such summer staples. Can I please get them all?!

    Reply
  16. Cameron - Diary of a Southern Millennial says

    Friday, April 21, 2017 at 12:07 am

    I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe! Sadly, it’s always pretty warm where I’m from, so I only need a ton of warm weather clothes!

    Reply
  17. Victoria says

    Monday, May 1, 2017 at 9:32 am

    I always think this is such a great, beautiful concept. But, I’m not sure I could commit haha

    Reply
  18. Marcela says

    Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    Such a great collection! I need those sunglasses ASAP.

    wearwhatyouhave.com

    Reply
  19. Kalanit Chappell says

    Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 5:48 pm

    How much did you spend for your summer/spring capsule?

    Reply
  20. Allyse Jolie says

    Friday, June 30, 2017 at 11:27 pm

    I absolutely LOVE THIS !!! I used to create Capsule boards on Pinterest for myself. I feel so inspired now.
    Love so many of the looks you’ve listed here and I like how you have info on where to buy!
    The off shoulder / flounce tops are so in this spring/summer.
    This makes me want to start planning my Fall Capsule.

    Reply

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