Capsule wardrobe: Style made simple

What if your wardrobe consisted of only your favourite clothes and nothing extra? A capsule wardrobe is a collection of selected clothing pieces that require minimal styling and can be mixed and matched to create multiple outfits. Capsule wardrobes are minimal in style, most pieces are basic, easy to style and save you time during busy mornings. The collection contains tops, bottoms and necessary accessories and doesn’t include gym clothes, occasion wear or seasonal outfits. Neutral colours like black, white, beige, navy and grey are found in capsule wardrobes as they are easily paired. Celebrities like Victoria and David Beckham, Emma Watson and Idris Elba take on the concept of capsule wardrobes which focuses on simple, high-quality and classic pieces that never go out of style.

 How to build a capsule wardrobe?

Go through your wardrobe, and identify which clothes you need and don't need. Select the clothes you wear on a daily basis for your capsule collection.

Focus on neutral-colour clothing which can be paired with each other. Make sure your clothing aligns with your lifestyle. Whether you're a corporate professional or a student make sure your outfit reflects your style. For example, a pair of grey or black trousers can be paired with a black tank top, for a chic and elegant look.

Another important factor is capsule wardrobes are cost-effective in the long run. High-quality basic clothing may be an upfront investment, but can last longer and is versatile.

Every capsule wardrobe is different according to an individual’s style.  

Some must-haves in a capsule wardrobe collection are white button-down shirts, T-shirts, black turtleneck tops, neutral trousers, simple dresses, bootcut jeans, midi skirts, leather jackets, white sneakers and loafers.

Answering questions like what is your style? What is there in your wardrobe? What items do you lack? Which shades dominate your wardrobe? Can help you create your capsule wardrobe smoothly.  

Another method to create a capsule wardrobe is the 333 method. A 333 method is a minimalist fashion challenge, where you can create outfits using only 33 cloth pieces from your wardrobe and wear them for three months straight.

A capsule wardrobe is created based on your lifestyle, and the key factor is that it focuses on quality over quantity, making it a simpler method for a busy lifestyle where outfit options are endless.