Historically year on year I'd bring back old pieces and simply re-style them based on new season trends, but this year I'm really focussing on starting a capsule summer wardrobe from scratch, longer lengths for a little more modesty (30 is getting closer after all), loose and light weight fits to help me feel more comfortable, and a few staple items that can really form
the basis of my wardrobe for the season ahead (and last the test of time too).
pick one or two neutrals that will be
the basis of your wardrobe, and then another one or two accent colors (cardigans and scarves are both good vehicles to add color and / or pattern).
Black is the New Black: After the dominance of the color Black at Sunday's Golden Globe Awards, it is fresh on everyone's mind just what a great color Black is and why so many people are drawn to it as
the base of their wardrobe that never goes away.
Not exact matches
The little black dress, a wrap dress, a pencil skirt, and a pair
of straight - legged pants could be staples in a woman's casual
wardrobe, white and blue button down shirts, crewneck sweaters, wrinkle - free khakis and cashmere blazers could provide the
basis for a man's business casual attire.
«Today's versions have florals that can fit into any guy's
wardrobe,» Kevin Carney, owner
of Los Angeles -
based menswear boutique Mohawk General Store, told the Wall Street Journal in 2014.
Base your
wardrobe for each trip on one set
of colors so you can mix and match.
[01:30] Introduction [02:30] Tony welcomes Alexandra [03:40] Launching in 2007 — it came from a place
of passion [04:25] Establishing clear roles among founders [05:40] Flexing her multilingual skills in business [06:25] Adjusting how you speak to someone
based on their objectives [08:10] The secret to Gilt's growth [09:20] Building a business that would thrive during winter [10:20] Finding the capital to purchase inventory [10:40] Moving from venture to private equity funding [11:20] It's all about smart money [11:40] The future
of traditional retail [12:20] The subscription model [12:40] Catering to the time - starved customer [12:55] Bringing services into the home [13:10] Leaving Gilt to lead Glamsquad [16:10] Glamsquad started as an app [17:10] Vetting employees [18:10] Building trust with customers [19:00] Taking massive action — now [20:20] Launching the first sale on Gilt — without a return policy [21:30] Fitz [22:00] The average person wears only 20 %
of their
wardrobe [23:00] Taking the time to understand your customer [23:20] Challenges as a woman in business [24:40] Advice to a female entrepreneur that's just getting started [25:25] The importance
of networking [25:50] Knowing the milestones to hit along the way
Lewis towards the end
of his first book, «The Lion, the Witch, and the
Wardrobe is definitely and purposely interjecting Christian
based and pagan
based themes.
Our long list
of color options to match your
wardrobe provides the opportunity to wear compression stockings and socks on an everyday
basis.
The extra items you buy and clear out each season can be more colorful or trend specific, and more
of an enhancement to your
base capsule
wardrobe.
Inspired by bloggers like Unfancy and Viviana Does Makeup, a capsule
wardrobe can be
based on any number
of pieces (Viviana suggests -LSB-...]
A new office -
based job,
of course, requires a whole new
wardrobe.
Admittedly, it was challenging to part with some
of my clothes, which is silly to think, considering that we only wear around 20 percent
of our
wardrobe on a regular
basis, anyway.
An adopter
of a minimal, low - fuss style, Jenelle built a capsule
wardrobe of neutrals and good quality essentials as her
base wardrobe.
With that in mind I've put together this spring capsule
wardrobe based on what I'll be turning to from my own year round capsule
wardrobe when the weather Gods finally smile on the north
of England, but until then I'll be utilising items from my winter capsule
wardrobe (some
of it crosses over nicely with this one).
There is some great advice out there and as my blog grows I'm looking forward to sharing plenty
of my own advice
based on my capsule
wardrobe experience.
It's almost the end
of September, our minds are craving some californian mountains getaway and our
wardrobe is
based on earthy, neutral colors.
Knowing the importance
of a well - functional
wardrobe, and
based on everyday experience, I have built a list with the 10 best things every stylish woman should own by her 30's.
Instead, building a classic
base wardrobe and accenting it with fun, trendy pieces results in a closet full
of clothes that will stand the test
of time.
Oh, I think there are all kinds
of three color combinations that could be the
basis of a minimalist
wardrobe, Diane.
But making patterns with your own clothes in so amazing, and if you do it (even sort
of) properly it means that your current
wardrobe can be the
basis for a whole new, fresh
wardrobe.
This is quite a professional looking shade
of grey and would make an excellent
base for a working capsule
wardrobe.
I'll help you put together a list
of some key shoes to add to your
wardrobe based on your clothes and daily lifestyle.
Look for classic
base colors that you've accumulated a lot
of in your
wardrobe and see what combinations you can come up with!
Next pick a neutral color that you look good in and make it the
base of your capsule
wardrobe.
Summer sales are in full swing and the tanks I've featured below are some
of the best buys around - a good tank is the
base of most capsule
wardrobes.
There have been a couple
of variations
of material and length to hit this seasons most fashionable
wardrobes — the most trending being the shorter denim sleeveless jacket, a longer, more structured and suit orientated sleeveless number, and the camo version, which is military
based and equal parts practical and fashionable!
But I bet you didn't know that I'm also a communicator on a full time
basis, as well as a
wardrobe stylist
based out
of Ottawa, Canada.
I love having a neutral
base for my
wardrobe so everything mixes and matches well, but I love adding a pop
of color or print in too... Great tips!
Saying farewell to the Aussie summer and taking stock
of my transeasonal and Autumn Winter
wardrobe, adding these effortless essential will create the
base to my functional outfit rotation.
All
of the Misano shoes are designed for longevity rather than
based on short lived trends, which means it is an excellent place to score classic, quality shoes you can rely on in your capsule
wardrobe.
My
wardrobe is
based on black because it goes well with my coloring, but for many
of you, brown may look better.
It clicked: the individually great pieces that I had picked up along the way didn't work because I lacked a fundamental
base of «
wardrobe staples»
Flannel, one
of the first WA
based labels I discovered have been a fixture in my
wardrobe for many years now.
When it comes to building a
wardrobe I have learnt over the years & from the wise words
of my mum that the best & more sensible way is to build a
wardrobe based on classic pieces.
If we curated our
wardrobes based on looks that resonate and reflect our inner world, and we ensure proper fit and what works with our lifestyle, why would «age appropriate» clothing even be a part
of the discussion?
A black wool dress is a great staple to have in the
wardrobe and can form the
basis of many outfits whether casual or a little more dressy.
And she arranges all
of her timeless pieces — «Joseph leather leggings, Gucci flats, MiH jeans, Whistles skirts, Chinti & Parker cashmere jumpers» — in her closet like a capsule
wardrobe,
based on how she might wear them.
This will end up being the core
of my entire
wardrobe, with additions that may extend the
base color palette.
Absolutely everyone should build a capsule
wardrobe of classic pieces that form the
basis of every outfit.
I enjoy having the classics as a
base for my
wardrobe, but to make my looks more personal, I enjoy adding a touch
of boho and quirk.
They're becoming one
of my go - to stores, the simplicity
of design plus functionality allows for an easy staple
based wardrobe.
LA -
based label Vince puts a luxe spin on
wardrobe classics - think clean lines, an understated palette, and a cool mix
of linen, silk and leather.
Be your own
Wardrobe Consultant, have a really good sort out and see what you can find in the way
of neutral items to form the
basis of a few outfits.
We will reorganise your
wardrobe, leaving only clothes that flatter your body shape and colouring, put together new looks
based on your existing pieces and I will give you some ideas
of the purchases necessary to complete the gaps in your
wardrobe.
It occurred to me that it was on my old blog back in 2013 that I wrote my capsule
wardrobe posts, identifying the items that I reduced down to when I moved and what I always have in my closet to make sure that I have all
of my
bases covered.
Before diving into the world
of style blogging, which requires refreshing your
wardrobe on a weekly
basis, my
wardrobe was a lot smaller and highly curated.
So for my second sweep through the sale, I search by more general terms,
based on type
of pieces that I may want to add to my
wardrobe, or wear / use most often, or that may be more available during this season.
Web exclusive - These sleek and stylish grey suede over the knee boots will form the
basis of your new season
wardrobe.
Shoes are the
basis of nearly every women's
wardrobe.