The Benefits of Having a Capsule Wardrobe

Capsule wardrobes have become increasingly popular post-pandemic as getting dressed in normal work attire is back. For many, picking out what to wear each day is stressful, time-consuming, and generally draining. Capsule wardrobes are here to remove all those stresses and provide some added benefits. Let’s dive in!

What is a capsule wardrobe?
Simply Chic defines a capsule wardrobe as a limited selection of interchangeable clothing pieces that complement each other, allowing you to create various outfits.

Capsule wardrobes are often filled with garments of individual taste and style, which means a lot of similar tones and colours or patterns and styles. There are no rules when creating a capsule wardrobe. In fact, evolving your wardrobe as you grow, and change is recommended!

“I have nothing to wear!” – We’ve all said it.

The idea of a capsule wardrobe aims to remove this feeling. The perfect capsule wardrobe is filled with garments you love to wear and, importantly, feel comfortable in.

Building your capsule wardrobe should be a planned task. Creating a digital mood board can be a great way to figure out what kind of clothes you want to wear. Remember, the idea of this type of wardrobe is that all pieces go together, so sticking to one or two ‘themes’ or ‘styles’ is key.

Pinterest is a great place to start. Begin by searching for the type of looks you want to create. Depending on your job and lifestyle, your outfit styles may vary slightly. For example, ‘smart casual business outfits’ might be somewhere to start if you work in an office.

Once you have your mood board and inspiration, it’s time to start shopping. When you begin gathering pieces, it’s important to keep in mind that the idea of having fewer items is the goal. Therefore, purchasing items that are high quality is a must. So, spending a little extra today may save you in the long run.

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What should I include in my capsule wardrobe?

When building your collection you need to start with the basics. Base layers such as pants, jeans, t-shirts, and long-sleeve tops are a good starting point. When deciding what you want to buy, think about your climate. As we are moving into spring, the weather will slowly but surely begin to get warmer. This means that over the next few months it’s important that you build a versatile wardrobe for the change in temperatures. In this case, consider layering options. Finding garments that can be worn in winter and spring is ideal if you are keen to fully jump into the capsule wardrobe life. Once you have your base layers down pat, it’s time to look at versatile additions. How you accessorise an outfit can completely change the entire feel of a look.

Additionally, items such as cardigans, belts and scarves can add to an outfit and diversify the basics. Finding garments, you are naturally drawn to may be a breeze depending on your individual style. However, if you feel a little lost, you can’t go wrong with classic garments like the ones found here.

There are many benefits to having a capsule wardrobe that may already be circling your mind. However, there are plenty more that you might not yet have considered. Let’s unpack them.

Sustainability approach

A capsule wardrobe is a more sustainable approach in comparison to a regular wardrobe. This is because when you invest in high-quality garments you love, you are less likely to make spontaneous unneeded purchases. Additionally, you are less likely to contribute to fast fashion when you truly love your things. Keeping garments for a longer period and repurposing them over and over stops the garments from contributing to landfill, a concerning issue worldwide. Each item makes a difference! To learn more about your impact on fast fashion and how you can improve your ethical footprint, click here.

Save money

Similarly, to being more sustainable, when you invest in garments designed to last years on end, you are less likely to fall into the trap of sales and a ‘good deal’. When you need a fresh outfit, try a new pairing of garments you already have rather than purchasing something new. Not only will it feel like you have a new outfit, but you’ll be saving money too!

Ease of dressing

Knowing you have a wardrobe full of high-quality items that look great makes picking out outfits seamless. A more concise wardrobe enables you to pick from fewer options that pair together nicely rather than starting from scratch with each outfit. As mentioned above, having a closet full of garments that all work well together means you can’t really go wrong!

Clutter-free

A clutter-free wardrobe - doesn’t it sound like a dream? When you love everything in your collection, there is no room for things that don’t get worn. A smaller, loved collection gives you more space in your wardrobe and a little less clutter. Not only does having a tidy wardrobe do wonders for your mind, but it also allows you to see the majority of your clothes at once, nothing shoved in the back or out of sight. Another win for ease of dressing!

Look good, feel good

Do you ever wear something, and you find yourself saying, ‘I will never wear this itchy top again!’ then, a few months later, you make the same mistake? Yep, we have all been there. However, culling your collection to only contain garments that feel nice and comfortable makes a huge difference.

Trying items on when buying them for your capsule wardrobe is a must. Think of it as an investment you are making. Would you be happy to wear that garment for a whole week if you had to? Are you likely to wear it on repeat for the long term? If the answer to either of these questions is no, then put it back and keep looking.

Are you ready to start your capsule wardrobe? Share your process and style inspiration with us on Instagram. Happy shopping!