After some serious spring cleaning and careful online shopping, my newest capsule wardrobe is finally complete!
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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.
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?
Can I just have you build my wardrobe?!? You literally have the dreamiest capsule wardrobes. Please just build mine for me ❤
oh my gosh, i would love to! that’s it– i’m coming over saturday and revamping your closet.
YES YES CHEERS TO BLUSH AND GINGHAM, lol!
xx
Brooke
hehe blush feels so springtime-y to me!
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!
thank you, heather! yes– it’s definitely worth a try. give yourself some leniency for your first time, and refine your methods each season.
I love all the black and white in your wardrobe! And some blush pieces too!
Yes! Love capsule wardrobes in the warmer months so, so fun!
I loveee capsule wardrobes! that’s basically what I have! Love your picks!
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
I love all your pick!!! all the dresses are so pretty! I am a huge dress fan.
I’ve always wanted to try one of these! Great picks.
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
Oh, I love this list! Thanks for sharing!!
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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!
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
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. 😛
These are all so pretty! Such summer staples. Can I please get them all?!
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!
I always think this is such a great, beautiful concept. But, I’m not sure I could commit haha
Such a great collection! I need those sunglasses ASAP.
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How much did you spend for your summer/spring capsule?
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.