A 10 point guide to ready your wardrobe for summer with 'capsule closet' concept
Now that the seasons are changing, seeing your closet might worry you. Thoughts like, are you ready for Spring 2022, do you know what colours are trending, whether you have enough periwinkle in your closet might be swimming in your conscious. Well, then it's time to divulge into the concept of a capsule closet.
WHAT IS A CAPSULE CLOSET?
A capsule closet essentially is a closet made up of 5-10 pieces, versatile in nature that can be mixed and matched to wear anywhere (unless you're going to a big fat desi wedding). These pieces are usually 'minimalistic' in colour and do not have elaborate designs.
Capsule closets are also extremely eco-friendly, sustainable and hassle-free. The most important aspect of a capsule closet is to find pieces that best bring out your personal style.
You may have seen multiple posts and reels on Instagram of people endorsing capsule closets and wondered how to build one.
Here is an all-inclusive, 10 point guide on how to build the perfect capsule closet for Spring 2022:
1. PICK A TONE
Pick a colour palette and stick to it this season. If you identify as an earthy person, brown and green tones could be your calling or if you feel the most at home near the water, we suggest sticking with blue and white tones. Try to choose at least three colours to incorporate the tone well into your closet.
2. BUILD ON YOUR DENIM
By now, we've all tested and tried the mom jeans or the high-waisted shorts and found our perfect fit. Try buying your favourite style in black and blue and make it worth this season. Trust us, you won't regret it.
3. COUPLE OF VERSATILE SHIRTS
When we say shirts, we don't just mean classic button-downs but also casual tops, bodysuits, crop tops or just regular old t-shirts. Pinpoint which category looks the best on you and invest in a couple of neutral-toned pieces such as black, white, beige, brown, grey or even green. Here are 5 ways you can style a regular shirt:
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and this is how you can elevate your regular t-shirt:
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4. A BLACK BLAZER
The power a black blazer holds in elevating an outfit is incomparable. A blazer gives you just the right amount of 'chic' while also making you look effortlessly stylish. No matter what time of the day you wear a black blazer, it always seems appropriate. Check out this reel for inspiration on how to style your black blazer:
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5. SUMMER DRESSES
What's a spring wardrobe without a couple of summer dresses? Try picking out a pastel coloured peasant dress or a floral slip dress. Team it up with a black blazer or a shirt and some gold jewellery, you will have a great day-and-night look. Here is a post to set you on your summer dress journey:
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6. A SWEATSHIRT
Keeping in mind that it's still a little windy, it might a good idea to hold onto one of your sweatshirts during this season. Not only are they going to provide you with an extra layer to keep warm, but a sweatshirt can also be worn in various ways, making your outfit look modern. Here is a reel for inspiration:
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7. GOLD JEWELLERY FOR THE WIN
Loved universally, gold jewellery suits almost every single outfit and can be worn either in the day or night. With just the right amount of stacking, you can easily make your outfit look elegant and/or trendy. Here is some inspiration on how to perfectly stack your jewellery:
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8. ACCESSORIES
Got a pair of sunnies you really love or a pair of sneakers you pretty much swear by? Add them to the closet! To make sure that all your outfits have a distinct 'personality', it's important to stock up on some essential accessories such as shoes, sunglasses, bags and headscarves. Check out this reel on how to style a silk scarf in multiple ways:
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9. LEGGINGS
Post-pandemic, saying goodbye to your much-loved leggings can be tough but in a capsule closet, you don't have to. Leggings are one of the most essential pieces of a capsule closet as they can be worn with nearly any kind of shirt on top. Styled right, leggings can make you look effortlessly stylish at any time of the day, including the gym. Here is a reel for inspiration:
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10. AND LASTLY, A JUMPSUIT
A jumpsuit, also known as a whole outfit in itself may the easiest piece to procure for your capsule closet. Pick one in a dominant colour within your colour palette (just in case you forgot, read point 1 again), pick appropriate accessories to go with it along with some gold jewellery and watch it come to life all on its own.
Check out this reel for inspiration on how to style your jumpsuit:
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So go on and start building your very own chic and sustainable capsule closet!