Capsule wardrobes are becoming increasingly popular for good reason. The idea is to have a small number of items that you really love, which you can mix and match with each other and with other basics in your wardrobe. You will reduce your consumption and waste, and simplify your wardrobe too. Here are a few ideas for mini capsule wardrobes that could work for different lifestyles. Remember, how 'formal' a design looks has as much to do with the fabric choice as the design itself! Click on each image to go to the source and see more pictures, or check out my Pinterest page.
Capsule 1: designs made with stretch fabrics and/or a loose fit, but still appropriate for many workplaces (with the right fabric choice)
Layer: Evans Blazer (View A), scarf-neck cardigan
Tops: Sutton top, Camas top, Karri top
Skirt: Jade pencil skirt, stretch pencil skirt with exposed elastic waistband
Pants: Renee pants, Pietra pants
Dress: Gillian wrap dress (also can be top or skirt), Kielo wrap dress/jumpsuit
Capsule 2: Fitted and tailored styles for a more formal workplace
Layer: Vogue 8333, Coco Jacket
Tops: Oakridge bow blouse, Clara blouse, Hannah wrap top
Skirts: basic pencil skirt, Beignet skirt
Bottoms: Narcisse pants, Sasha pants
Dress: Caroline dress (so many design variations, plus a peplum top), Charleston dress (view B)
Capsule 3: For a more casual workplace
Layer: Evans blazer (View B), Lupin jacket
Top: Vera tee, Melilot blouse
Bottoms: Ginger jeans, Primrose pants
Dress: Yaletown dress, Heather dress, Charleston dress (view A) (Yaletown and Charleston dresses can also be tops)
