It's like a dream come true. A wardrobe with 33 garments that can be combined with each other, that are suitable for any occasion and that do not go out of style. And it is that this proposal not only advocates greater simplicity in our day to day, but is also one more step in search of order at home. But a capsule wardrobe is much more than that. Yes, it is a practical way to have several daily looks, but it also serves as a hallmark.
What is a capsule wardrobe?
The term arose in the 70s when the idea of creating a wardrobe with few, basic garments appeared, which would allow the creation of various timeless looks. Later, in the 90s, the designer Donna Karan popularized it with her 'Seven Easy Pieces' collection (seven simple pieces, in its most literal translation), made up of 7 pieces capable of covering everyday needs.
Currently, the capsule wardrobe is a trend on social media (in fact, it has more than 60,000 posts on Instagram with the hashtag #closetcapsule). And it is that this method defends that it is enough to have a wardrobe made up of between 30 and 40 pieces per season (each one of three months), although you can have many more. Of course, there is no closed rule that prevents you from having any more, but without exceeding those 40, and always depending on the space you have to store them, your lifestyle and your day-to-day needs.
Among its advantages, the capsule wardrobe not only highlights less compulsive consumption and having the clothes you need, but you also make sure you don't waste time thinking about your looks in the morning, since all your clothes (or almost all) will match each other. Yes.
Among the objectives of a capsule wardrobe: that you have the right clothes, avoid impulse purchases and, most importantly, that you do not accumulate more things than you should have (very Marie Kondo style, right?). Thus, you will get a wardrobe made up of quality pieces, timeless in character and combinable with each other. But, what garments are the most suitable to create that capsule wardrobe? Keep reading!
How to create a capsule wardrobe?
Choose the clothes for your capsule wardrobe
Separate the clothes by seasons and choose between 30 and 40 pieces for each of them. the capsule wardrobe lasts a season. Start this season or at the time you want and you will see how in the next one you repeat! We have made a proposal with 33 garments, but you can adapt it to the needs you need. The fundamental thing is that you choose clothes that combine with each other. And yes, shoes, bags and swimsuits are also included (in the capsule wardrobe of the summer season).
Plan your wardrobe
Once you have chosen your 33 garments for this season, it is time to plan the looks. The basis of a balanced, organized and functional capsule wardrobe is to have the looks for each day, combining the garments that we have in it. If there are missing garments to complete it, this is the time to go for them.
Evaluate the clothes you are going to choose
This is a very important step. Thanks to choosing well and valuing each garment, you will be able to keep your capsule wardrobe as it is and you will appreciate the value of things. That is, you should avoid buying new clothes as much as possible. If you do, you will have to say goodbye to another of those you already have to maintain the number of garments in your closet. If something goes in, something goes out. In fact this is one of the most important maxims
A help: to start with, if you don't dare to get rid of the clothes you won't wear, you can keep them in a box. Of course, put it in a place that is difficult to access.
Our capsule wardrobe proposal
To start with your capsule wardrobe, we offer you a selection of basic pieces that will help and guide you to start with your capsule wardrobe: a black dress, two cardigans, three fine jumpers, three jackets, two dresses, two skirts, four pants, four shirts, five t-shirts, three bags and four pairs of shoes. Of course, you can adjust it to your tastes and your clothes.
The exceptions of your capsule wardrobe
In the capsule wardrobe there are garments that are not included in the 33 or 37 pieces that make it up:
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How do I organize my capsule wardrobe?
One piece of advice: approach the planning of your capsule wardrobe as a time for yourself, to think and meditate. You can take advantage to start during the wardrobe change. Put on the music you like the most and start! We warn you: order (and the feeling of lightness of having few things) are addictive.
* This post has been prepared by the professional organizer Vanesa Travieso (@ponorden)
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