A wardrobe that's overflowing, but nothing to wear? You're not alone. We too have sometimes had this irrational urge to buy a new piece. We may have a full wardrobe, but we always feel like we're missing out. But today we're going to share with you the secret to creating an infinite number of possible combinations with what you already have, thanks to the concept of the capsule wardrobe.
What is a capsule wardrobe?
Have essentials
A capsule wardrobe consists of creating a minimalist wardrobe , made of trendy and timeless pieces , which combine perfectly with each other.
In short, it's the assurance of always having complete and trendy outfits at hand.
It is obviously advisable to choose your basics in neutral tones, such as brown, beige, black, white or even gray.
But having basics doesn't necessarily mean neutral colors and simplistic cuts. It's obviously easier to combine, but nothing prevents you from having "strong" pieces to enhance your outfits.
To find out which colors best suit you, check out our article on knowing your color palette.
Tier your wardrobe
First step, and not the least : sort through your wardrobe. There are always pieces hidden at the bottom of drawers, and we tell ourselves we might wear them one day, but then we never take them out again. It's time to let them live their second life and sell them or give them away.
That top your friend lent you and you never returned, those shorts your mom or dad gave you because they were too small, and those pants your grandmother gave you because vintage is coming back into fashion. Say STOP .
Sorting through your wardrobe allows us to open our eyes to our clothing consumption. It allows us to see how our style is evolving, and it's also an opportunity to lay everything out in the open and start creating new outfits.
Finding your style
Finding your style is not easy.
The most important thing is to feel comfortable in your clothes and that they give you confidence.
To find your style, it's undeniable, you have to try everything. Take inspiration from already created looks that you like and try to find similar pieces in your wardrobe to create the outfit with what you already have.
What's great is rediscovering your clothes by combining them in ways you wouldn't have imagined before. It's like shopping, but free and, above all, more responsible.
Think about the seasons
Your capsule must adapt to all seasons.
Each piece should be usable for as long as possible throughout the year. Sweaters for cool summer evenings, shorts with tights for winter.
Visualize your garment with several outfit combinations to realize that ultimately it has no season (with some exceptions).
Complete your capsule
Visualize your garment with several outfit combinations to get an idea.
Do some scouting in advance and (obviously) pick up ethical fashion .
A capsule collection is completed over the years, tastes change and the goal is not to restrict yourself. You have to treat yourself while asking yourself the question “Do I need it?”. If the answer is yes, imagine it with the rest of your wardrobe, whether it will easily match the rest of your outfits or not.
Choose sturdy, natural materials; they will fall more flatteringly, look more chic, and, above all, your garment will last longer.
Take your figure into account to enhance it,
but above all, think IN-TEM-PO-REL!
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