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Did I build up this capsule wardrobe reveal enough?!
Seriously. I’m no fashion expert. I’m a mom who doesn’t want to look frumpy as I go about my boy-raising life. I thought I would share my fall capsule wardrobe process and pieces because I think a lot of you are moms like me – not a huge clothing budget, wanting to look stylish but also be comfortable, needing easy ideas for looking put together, wanting to SIMPLIFY.
If you’re new here, you can read my fall capsule wardrobe lead-up posts here:
About my fall capsule wardrobe: I have 37 pieces on my list right now. It does not include shoes, accessories, workout clothes, pajamas, or undergarments. There is no hard-and-fast rule about the number of pieces in a capsule. Some people include shoes, some don’t. I have my number at 37 right now and will cap it at 40. I’m giving myself that wiggle room in case I realize I forgot something!
Here’s my current list and I will update it if necessary…
Tops
- grey v-neck tee {Old Navy}
- navy u-neck tee {Everlane}
- white v-neck pocket tee {similar}
- black Langley drape tank {Everlane}
- plaid shirt {similar}
- chambray shirt {Target}
- long denim tunic {GAP Outlet}
- ivory blouse {Layla’s Shop}
- red/blue sleeveless blouse {Imagine Goods – ethically made}
- Brooke squash tunic {Evy’s Tree}
- striped 3/4 sleeve {H&M}
- emerald 3/4 sleeve {Stitch Fix}
- striped tunic {H&M}
Bottoms
- black skinnies {Target}
- denim skinnies {Levi’s}
- white jeans {Target}
- black maxi {GAP}
- comfy skinnies {similar}
- mint skinny cords {J. Crew}
- red jeans {Target}
- wide leg jeans {Ann Taylor – thrifted}
- knee-length skirt {hand-me-down}
Dresses
- black fancy {similar}
- dark grey tank dress {similar color}
- green bird dress {similar cut}
- light grey sweater dress {similar}
- striped maxi dress {similar}
Outerwear/Miscellaneous
- military jacket {GAP – thrifted}
- denim jacket {similar}
- taupe leather jacket {Macy’s – several years ago}
- Josie hoodie {Evy’s Tree}
- Sophie hoodie {Evy’s Tree}
- grey cardigan {similar}
- black puffy vest {Old Navy}
- Packers tee {similar}
- Huskers tee
- Do Something tee {Ekubo Ministries}
A few notes on this fall capsule wardrobe: Of course, I had to include a couple game day shirts! There are a few pieces in the “tops” section that I am considering swapping out, but I’ll give them a try for a few weeks first! And as soon as I had this list finalized and I started dressing from it, the weather warmed up again! Ugh! I have a pair of shorts on standby to use when needed, but otherwise I’m sticking to this list through the middle of December!
I didn’t include pictures of every item because I will be showing you them in outfits as the weeks roll on! If you follow me Instagram, you may have seen a few already, and I’ll keep posting outfits several times a week over there!
What pieces on this list would be in your fall capsule wardrobe?
I have some of the same things- like a black maxi, a striped shirt (long sleeved), and some solid color t-shirts. 🙂 Looking forward to seeing your outfits.
I love that black and white stripped shirt, and the black skinnies. I just bought a pair of jeans that fit just right. I’ve lost some weight, so some pants are baggy. We packed to go out of town. Now I can’t find my pants. I hope they turn up soon.
I like your style! I may just copy some of your picks. 🙂
I need to invest in a chambray shirt and knit pants!
I don’t even know what capsule means outside of something you bury with stuff inside it to be uncovered/reopened 200 years into the future. Ha! So CLEARLY I need help. Your samples above are super cute and appear comfy?
Ha! That made me laugh today! Here is more about what a capsule wardrobe is: http://homewiththeboys.net/need-capsule-wardrobe/
Yes, totally going for comfy!
what a great idea because my stuff is an array of mess! I am all about chambray, skinnies, and fall sweaters myself.
On of my favorite, if it’s considered cleaning my Only favorite cleaning day, is going through the closets. This is a great chart to keep me on track.
This a a great idea to have a set of staples for the fall. I tend to have all my clothes out all the time and it is a ridiculous waste of energy looking at things I won’t wear due to seasonal changes.
Um, EVERYTHING! Except I’d swap out the Huskers shirt for a Montreal Canadiens jersey ;0) Excuse me if I copy some of your outfits, they say copying is the sincerest form of flattery 😀 HEE HEE
Copy away, friend! I need to get a Henkaa dress like you!
Erin: when I first heard you talking about this, I was not very interested b/c fashion is not my thing. But I so totally love this b/c of that very reason—I don’t like to think about clothes and would rather just wear the same thing over and over! I’m totally going thru my closet today…well, soon. 😉
ps: do you know about this: http://theproject333.com
Yes! This is totally for you! Would love to see what you do with it! I’ve heard about that site but haven’t checked it out yet!