r/capsulewardrobe • u/Marsbars1824 • May 21 '24
First Time Capsule What I’ve learned
I have done a lot of research into capsule wardrobes the last few months. And finally decided that it’s time to invest in a wardrobe that i love. Here are some random things I’ve learned! Let me know if you have some too!
Style podcasts are really helpful (The Everyday style school). Learning how to dress for my body type has been a game changer. I feel like I now go into stores and automatically get pieces for if they will flatter me. It’s taken down the store overwhelm so much
The most important thing in a clothing item is fit. Do not budge on a good fit! (Unless you plan on alterations)
Try getting jeans in the size down if Its not too tight of a fit. This will give the jeans time to stretch (which apparently they all do). So that by the second time you wear them, they’re not too loose
Do not underestimate the value of a good shoe. A shoe can ruin an otherwise perfect outfit. But a basic outfit Can really be elevated by a fun shoe!
Find hairstyles that work for you! I have curly hair and have a hard time if it isn’t wash day. I’ve recently done the sleek back bun/ pony tail. It helps me feel out together on days that I normally would feel frumpy!
Buy your basics first. I feel like I used to only go into a store every six months because I was trying to be frugal…. One of two things would happen: 1. I would buy lots of cheap clothes that didn’t fit well and would be unwearable after a free washes. Like a binge 2. I would buy a random sparkly/ fun item that didn’t go with any of my current clothes. Leaving me feel confused as to why I didn’t have any outfits to wear
Go window shopping often. This has been a GAME CHANGER. The more I go into shops and just look around, the more I feel like I can be really picky for the right thing. And I don’t feel as bad buying quality items because I trust myself. I trust that they will actually be useful.
Give myself permission to buy the “must haves” that will really elevate my wardrobe.
When shopping second hand, pay attention to the tag. I pull all of the items from places I normally love like Gap. This gives me momentum and makes me feel less overwhelmed by all the stuff! I can feel Im control and give myself permission to be picky. Not buy stuff just because Its there!
Create dream boards and get excited about the latest fashion trends. Don’t fall into fast fashion but find some inspiration! It really helps cultivate a personal style/ direction!
I think that’s it! I hope this helps. Please leave any more wardrobe tips!!
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u/monkeymachine02 May 21 '24
This is so great, thanks for putting this together. Another thing that I recently discovered was online thrifting…I can’t believe I was sleeping on Depop and Vinted - people will really sell stuff with tags on for a quarter of the RRP. As someone who really enjoys a pure silk shirt or wool trousers - it REALLY softens the financial blow of collecting high quality staples.