Okay, here’s my attempt at a blog post about creating a fall capsule wardrobe, mimicking the provided style and tone:
Okay, so I finally did it – tackled the whole “fall capsule wardrobe” thing. Honestly, I’ve been putting it off for ages ’cause it sounded kinda bougie and complicated, but turns out, it’s actually pretty useful, and dare I say, kinda fun? Here’s how I went about it, step-by-step.
Step 1: The Great Closet Purge.
- First, I literally dumped everything out of my closet. Like, EVERYTHING. It looked like a bomb went off in my bedroom.
- Then, I started sorting. I had three piles: “Love it & Wear it,” “Maybe/Sentimental,” and “Donate/Sell.”
- I was brutal. If I hadn’t worn something in a year (except for, like, my formal dresses), it went straight into the “Donate/Sell” pile. No excuses!
Step 2: Figuring Out My Style.
- I spent way too long scrolling through Pinterest and Instagram, saving outfits that I actually liked and could see myself wearing.
- I noticed some patterns: lots of neutrals, chunky sweaters, jeans (duh), and comfy boots. Basically, I’m a basic fall btch. Whatever, I own it.
- I then thought about my actual lifestyle. I work from home, so I need comfy but presentable clothes. And I walk my dog a lot, so practicality is key.
Step 3: Choosing My Capsule Pieces.
This was the tricky part. I tried to stick to a color palette (mostly greys, blacks, creams, and a pop of olive green). Here’s what I ended up with:
- Tops: 3 neutral sweaters, 2 long-sleeved tees, 1 button-down shirt, 1 turtleneck.
- Bottoms: 2 pairs of jeans (a light wash and a dark wash), 1 pair of black pants, 1 corduroy skirt.
- Outerwear: 1 denim jacket, 1 trench coat, 1 puffer vest.
- Shoes: 1 pair of ankle boots, 1 pair of sneakers, 1 pair of dressier boots.
- Accessories: A few scarves, a beanie, and some simple jewelry.
Step 4: Mixing and Matching.
This is where the magic happened! I spent an afternoon trying on different combinations to see what worked. It was actually kinda fun to create new outfits with a limited number of pieces.
Step 5: Identifying the Gaps.
Turns out, I was seriously lacking in the sweater department. So, I went to the mall and snagged a couple of new ones that fit my color palette.
The Result?
Honestly, I’m surprised by how much I like it. Getting dressed in the morning is way easier ’cause I know everything in my closet goes together. Plus, I’m actually wearing all of my clothes now instead of letting them sit there gathering dust. Would recommend giving it a try, even if you’re as lazy as I am!
