I am assuming that you are my reader and already know a thing or two about the capsule wardrobe. If not, I recommend you start with the article: "How to put together your dream wardrobe."
To add, I would note that in a capsule wardrobe, in my view, the rule is:
„Less simple is more.“
Not just less, but above all SIMPLE. So that combining clothes is fun, mornings are that much easier and so that you gain an overview of your wardrobe like never before. Since I have been faithful to the capsule wardrobe (for more than 3 years), I buy significantly less, but of much better quality. Purchases are planned, thought through in advance and the things I acquire are more expensive. I wear them ten times more than when I bought headlessly everything I liked and that fitted me. A capsule wardrobe is also not subject to seasonal fashion trends and is more timeless. I continually top it up with a few “current” trends, which at the moment are leather shorts or oversized trainers from Alexander McQueen, but the other pieces are from previous years.
How to put together an autumn capsule wardrobe?
As for autumn, the most important thing is probably the choice of jacket/coat and then matching shoes. The choice should above all take into account the wearer's lifestyle, because you would be eyeing a cashmere coat in vain if you have small children and plan daily walks in all weather. Conversely, if you choose a comfortable and stylish parka but work in a corporate job, you won't make much of a splash in it either, believe me. So let's go nicely step by step...
- Think about your lifestyle and occasions. Will you go on frequent autumn walks, or conversely keep dry-footed from the garage to the car and back? Are you a homebody, or do you have evening events, events or culture ahead of you? According to the occasions, decide how many coats, leather jackets, parkas or trench coats you need. (First of all, look into your wardrobe at what is there and only then think about a new purchase.)
- The second most important step is choosing matching shoes. A total hit at the moment is oversized white trainers, which are worn with everything, just like lace-up “Canadians” or workers in the “Martens” style for the trendsetters. Chelsea boots and heeled ankle boots are also still worn. For mums I recommend considering good wellies for rainy and damp weather, and combining them with a waterproof parka.
- Once you have chosen your “outer layer” and shoes, the rest of the fine-tuning should be a piece of cake. Think about which trousers, skirts and dresses go with the things you have chosen, and under no circumstances keep in your wardrobe or buy anything that cannot be combined with them.
- The last step is tops and also accessories. I have it that much easier because I wear only a watch and sunglasses. If you also like hats, scarves, headscarves or costume jewellery, go wild with their selection, but remember that your clothing pieces should be that much simpler.
Here are the pieces I included in my autumn wardrobe, and below them you will also find sample combinations of how to wear them. This is how I can put together more than 20 outfits from these few things. Yes, twenty!
Silver jacket: Escada Sport, Black leather boots: ECCO Shoes, Beige trench coat: Zara, White trainers: Alexander McQueen, Handbag: Saint Laurent, White shirt: Zara, Black leather shorts: Camaieu, Black lace vest top: Vero Moda, Jumpers and polo neck: Massimo Dutti
Sample combinations:
So, have I convinced you? 