After watching several videos and reading a lot, I finally know HOW TO start. Thank you thank youuuuu! For showing your exact thought process. I feel confident to start now. Pulling my clothes out right this second 👏🏼
Not quite 😅 I reduced my clothing to 36 pcs w/o shoes and accessories. I know it’s very lame 🤣 but hey I had TWO closets 🤦🏻♀️ So baby steps right? You really helped me too to wear everything I love and actually love everything I wear. I feel so good! Thx!
@@fabiolatgg 36 pieces is GREAT! That is an excellent size for a capsule wardrobe! I start with 15 pieces always because that is the simplest number to manage, but even my own wardrobe is not only 15 items. SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE DOING GREAT! It makes me so happy to read that you are loving everything you are wearing. Thanks for sharing!
I started creating capsule wardrobes for travel--before I knew there was such a concept--and remember thinking, "Why don't I expand this idea to my work clothes and make a mix-and-match collection?" That was long before TH-cam existed, and probably before you were born, too, Fernanda! 😀 It's made my life so much better. I always have something "nice" to wear, I look professional every day, everything has been tailored to my body, and I save a lot of money because I know I have enough of everything so I rarely feel the need to act on an impulse. I was once a clothes hoarder, and when I say that I really mean a HOARDER of TV-show proportions. It took me years to come to this point of having a wardrobe of the "just right" size, but like you said, with practice, purpose, and patience one starts developing a discriminating eye. I now know what fabrics and silhouettes flatter my shape, what colors harmonize best with my skin and hair, and what specific pieces I MUST include very season. I've also learned what to look for if I find myself at a thrift shop...because a $10 piece is not a bargain if I end up not using it! I'm not a strict minimalist, but I do have lots of space to breathe in my closet, whereas 20 years ago I had 4 closets full of clothes and "nothing to wear". I'm sharing all of this to encourage others to start small and build upon successes. Thank you for encouraging your audience and showing that it can be done on a small scale...and that it doesn't have to be boring!
Thank you Irai for your comment! A lot of what you expressed rings true for me. I also realized that a capsule wardrobe could give me more than my whole wardrobe when I was traveling. It clicked all of a sudden. I hope others get inspired by your comment as well, because having 'nothing to wear' is not a fun feeling, but gladly I don't have that anymore either!
@@sharpiesarecool814 You can do it, Persephone! If you have a very different dress code for work and leisure, start with one area of your wardrobe ("professional outfits", for example, or "put-together mom") and build out from there. Sending you a most encouraging elbow bump in the age of COVID-19! :-) :-) :-) :-)
Very inspiring! I want to do & know all of that about & with my wardrobe tooooo!! I too have mounds & closets & boxes & bags of clothes clothes clothes & yet EVERY DAY I get up & literally STRUGGLE to find anything to wear that looks & feels good on me!! It is SO frustrating! Not to mention ALL the room all those clothes take up in my tiny new apartment I’m still trying to move into! If ONLY I knew better how to start my own capsule wardrobes (one for work, one for the gym, one for occasions etc) I could eliminate SO MUCH of the mess that is just a ton of clothes (most of which I don’t wear BUT, true to a clothing hoarders belief, “I might want to wear one day” or “I may need a top made that way or just this pattern to wear to or match with….”)!! I don’t have an eye for coordinating outfits (OR accessorizing them very well either -I wish someone could help me do that w my wardrobe!) & to be honest, I don’t even know what a color wheel or whatever looks like to even begin with one! I’m a whole OTHER level of a Beginner’s Mess! Help! 🤦🏻♀️💯
@Christy Start with one "area" of your life, Christy! To me, it was very important to get my work clothes sorted because a chaotic morning derails my day. So, I started very small and focused on that "collection". I selected 2 dresses, 6 trousers, 2 skirts, 10-12 tops (because that's what people notice the most, I feel) and a handful of layers (blazers, cardigans, jackets). I added 2 flat and 2 heeled shoes, and 3 handbags. My tip #1 would be: KEEP THESE PIECES SEPARATE. Either on one side of the closet, or if you're lucky to have the space, a rack or spare closet. If you mix them in with the rest of your clothes, you will not "see" the combination possibilities. Trust me! Tip #2, CHOOSE EITHER BLACK OR NAVY AS YOUR DARK NEUTRAL, because while both go with most other colors, they do not always go with each other, and many printed pieces have one or the other as background. It just simplifies things in the beginning. Then, bring in some lighter neutrals that you feel comfortable in: light grey, beige/tan, ivory/white. If 70% of your clothes are in these colors, you'll have outfits for every day of the month. Tip #3: GIVE YOURSELF SPACE FOR ACCENT PIECES YOU ADORE, in moderation. The jean or moto jacket you've had for 10 years, the trousers with the funky print, the colorful handwoven belt you got at a destination wedding, the bright pink blouse that makes your skin look amazing. It is important to inject personality and fun into a capsule because otherwise you will hate it. (This "capsuling" business should not be an exercise in deprivation and suffering!) Once you have 20 or 30 pieces selected, stop. Commit to dressing up (for work, or gym, or dates, or running errands, whichever frequent activity you've chosen as a focus) from that collection for 2 months. Every week, reassess. What pieces did you reach for? What did not work at all? What did you REALLY miss? Take out one piece for every one you swap in. For example, I realized I'd rather wear a dress than a skirt+top, that I reach for trousers 4 out of 5 workdays, that I wear heels less frequently than I thought, that I like structured jackets and blazers more than I like cardigans, that a shirt I thought I'd absolutely love did not work out because it was too prone to wrinkles and made me look unkempt by the middle of the day, that I wanted to add a pop of color with my shoes, and that I prefer dark bottoms. So, I made adjustments. I brought in more trousers, and because I wanted them to stay in the darkish blue family, I chose different silhouettes and tiny details in order to add variety (navy skinny, navy wide leg, navy with tiny checkers, mid-blue straight leg summer weight wool with a cuffed hem, dark denim in 2 different cuts). I replaced one pair of heels with a pair of ballerina flats in raspberry pink. I also discovered that I wasn't wearing some of the tops because they felt too sheer or too low-cut, so I added some camisoles and moved a couple of "too sexy" blouses to the "not-for-work" section of my closet. I'm not going to lie, it took about 2-3 years to get it to be a fully-functional collection of core pieces, but now a have an office wardrobe that makes me feel confident every day. I only add 2-3 pieces every season, either from shopping my own closet, thrifting, or getting something a bit trendier to replace a tired item. Now, I would advice against getting rid of things too quickly. I know the feeling of anxiety that comes from doing so when one has "more is better" tendencies. Instead, put anything that's out of season, does not fit, it's "meh", or it's too special for everyday in boxes (or the back of the closet) away from view. If you go slow and give yourself grace, by the end of ONE season you will have a lot more discernment about how many items you really need, what pieces make you feel amazing, which are more versatile, what shoes you reach for the most, etc. Hopefully you'll feel confident enough to repeat the process for a new season, shop from the things you had put away, rehome some things that are not stellar choices, and perhaps start expanding the "editing" to a new area of dressing up. I wish you all the success in the world.
I’ve seen a lot of youtubers show what’s in their capsule wardrobe and how many outfits they can make with it, but I haven’t seen many actually show HOW to make them. And I love how you didn’t just show what you picked and why you picked them, but you even showed what you didn’t pick and why you didn’t pick them. So helpful! I finally feel confident enough to try creating one tomorrow. So thanks!
Fernanda - Approximately Right I did! It went well! Most of my tops are very colorful, so most of my bottoms are denim, but it’s been SO much easier getting dressed every day! I’m definitely doing this again in the fall and in the winter!
I tried this out today! Put together 14 pieces and got tired of taking pictures of ALL the possible outfits I could wear! Your video has been the easiest beginner video I’ve found! Thank you!
This was one of the best capsule wardrobe videos I have seen. I’ve been watching quite a few because I would like to start doing this and I love how simple you made it with the 2 rules. Thanks!
I have watched lots of videos on capsule wardrobe but this is the best, most sensible and realistic one yet. Biggest barrier for me is - when you have a limited wardrobe laundering the items can be a problem you have so few of the same colour/ type to make up a load. I'm not a dry cleaning type! This is something that I have never seen addressed yet.
I do have a video on that! Look for my Capsule Wardrobe Care 2-part series. I HATE doing laundry. What I discovered was that certain fabrics don't need to be washed very often if they are stored correctly, and I now only do laundry every 2-3 weeks. I wash everything in COLD water on the delicate cycle, and the only thing I separate is fabric weights. Check out those videos, it may give you some ideas!
I wonder if you couldn't add household fabrics like towels, tablecloths, sheets, etc., to make up the difference? Like Fernanda said below I also wash things on cold, and usually turn them inside out which helps buffer color so you could easily do all darks in one load, for instance.
This is excellent. Most of the capsule wardrobe charts I’ve seen include types of clothes that don’t work with every body type. For example I’m busty and can’t wear button up shirts. My coloring s very golden and black and pure white look terrible on me. But you shared foundational ideas....rather than “one white button up shirt”. That is very helpful you also gave permission to “not do it perfectly” which I need to hear.
It's never going to be perfect, because your wardrobe should reflect your life and your life will keep changing. That's where my channel name comes from! "It's better to be 'approximately right' than precisely wrong". You got this!
I love this idea of a mini-capsule. I actually do need to do this for church, and for work, because the clothing I wear for each part of my life is different! Thanks 🎀
Thank you, I’ve been attempting to build a capsule wardrobe for years and I failed miserably, with your formula I’ve got my autumn wardrobe ready and am so excited about it. Your 5,4,3,2,1 is just what I needed to finally get an amount of clothes that doesn’t overwhelm me, so grateful xx and so agree with you on the top 10 and other advice that just never worked
This video by far has been the most helpful capsule wardrobe video I have watched. Went into my closet after watching this and prepped a 15-piece capsule that can go all season where I live with the layers and adding in a scarf, and tights. This is perfect. I also watched your module video and created 2 321 modules that every item interchanges with the capsule I created and now I have 50+ outfits!!! Amazing!
It really increases the number of combinations you can put together. I remember I saw someone wearing a button down sweater on the street and thought... That is so smart. Why did this never occur to me?
For sure! I would love to make one. If there is not enough interest on a video I'll make a blog post and link you to it. Thanks for watching! Means a ton.
I've been looking into capsule wardrobes for weeks and weeks and never found anything that really helped but thanks to your explanation and the 5,4,3,2,1 method, I finally have a clear idea of what I need for my capsule and I'm so excited to try this in the fall! Amazing video. Thank you!
I'm so glad this helps! I agree with you, it's difficult in the beginning to wrap your mind around it. The formula is a great place to start, and over time you don't even need it, you just know what you need and what you wear! Good luck! Let me know if you ever have any questions!
Wow, thank you! I have been trying to understand the capsule wardrobe. Some people who show how to do it are not interesting, they do not include color or prints. You covered things in a fun way and included prints/colors! You were clear, easy to follow, and fun! I appreciate you sharing this video tutorial on this topic. I also appreciate you mentioning workout wear and travel. I need both. This is an entire concept that has eluded me and seemed boring and not very unique to my style and activities. Not anymore! Thank you! :)
5 top and 4 bottom = 20 different outfits..great for travel and work.. You could add one scarf that you could make a blouse or skirt that has all the colors of your select items. Blessings
Awesome. Nice to see a NOT cream and denim wardrobe that has fun peices, and a feminine look. Not all of us can pull off the "typical" capsule wardrobe. Thank you!!
Thank you so much for this! I’ve worn scrubs for 15 years and now have to figure out what clothes to buy for an office job. I’ve been struggling with even knowing what items I should try to buy. This gave me a really clear direction on where to begin.
So helpful, thank you! I have a closet FULL of clothes with nothing to wear, now I know how to go about putting together a more cohesive wardrobe. Side note: I had a friend help me do a closet purge several years ago and we got rid of A LOT. I was a little bit upset with her at first. However, that same phenomenon happened to me that you described, where I was receiving a lot more compliments. People even asked if I had a new man in my life because I just ‘seemed different’..🤣 I didn’t buy any new clothes; I was just wearing clothes I felt good in and were put together nicely.
100% recommend this for a travel wardrobe. And if having a wardrobe with a ton of options makes you happy, then go for it! It's about what brings you joy. I live with someone who likes stuff too. It's a paradox we manage every day!
Great video! I love the fact that you included such fun colors and print. I'm getting ready to select my first capsule wardrobe, and this is so inspiring.
Great video!!! I like your video organization with minimal personal intro and getting to the topic immediately. There was a lot of information packed in a short video because it was well organized. You gave a formula and explained it with every piece of clothing AND showed one that didn’t make it (that was important since there is a temptation to add more when less is enough).
Thanks Carlota! I loved that you picked up on getting right to the video. I am trying to get better at that in my next videos. I always tell myself - JUST JUMP RIGHT IN! I like what you say about showing what didn't make it. I think i'll include that also in my upcoming Spring Capsule wardrobe video. Thanks for the feedback!
I’ve been searching all day for a helpful capsule wardrobe where I can shop my own closet, and I have not had any luck, that is until I found your vlog…… THANK YOU!!!! I am not a minimalist, I am someone who loves everything she owns. I just wanted to create a capsule work wardrobe to make getting ready in the morning easier for a couple of weeks at a time, then I’d like to shop my closet for another fresh capsule wardrobe. Your video is easy and straight to the point and because of your advice I can enjoy my items even more without having to shop. 🥰
I'm so glad I could help! If you get to a point when everything goes together, getting ready takes two seconds - you literally grab anything and it works!
This is one of the best capsule videos I’ve seen. You explain it so well and your visual style of teaching appeals to me. I also enjoy colour and pattern and it’s difficult for me that every single top go with every bottom. You’ve explained how to work around that. ☺️Thank you! 🌺 Mary
This was very helpful! I’m going on vacation for 2 weeks and I will test this. I struggle the most choosing a color palette, so I will look into the book that you recommend.
Thank you for sharing. MY barrier is finding quality pieces that fit my body type and go with other items and with my style) at affordable prices. Also me having a style that is a combination of a few styles.
Than you ! For all the great information. Which had learned all this 20 yrs ago. However, is never too late. I am in the process of watching all your videos. That way when I get your help it will much easier to accomplish my goal.
Great video. Can you please make an extension to this video by putting on all the possible combinations of outfits using the pieces you have selected? Thank you
100%!! It's a skill for sure, which is why personal stylists exist. I have a video coming in the next couple of weeks that will be helpful, so stayed tuned!
I have that book. It's very educational. My greatest fear of having a capsule wardrobe is not having enough clothes when I need them. What if I lose my job and can't afford to buy anything. Then I would be so upset about throwing out a lot of my clothing. Now that I am still in self-isolation I don't need as many clothes, however, when I return to work I will need more clothing. Also, I hate having to do laundry all the time so by having more clothing I can do laundry less often, ha ha!!
Hi Sherry! That is a fear a lot of people have. I think it's difficult to see how much of what we already have we really don't use until we don't miss it. My recommendation would be to create a capsule with what you already own, 2x this amount (30 pieces) and pack away, but don't throw away, the rest, and see how you feel. That's how I got started getting rid of all the excess and it really opened my eyes to how little of it I missed. And about the laundry - I hear you! I hate doing laundry, but I have now gotten my capsules into a sweet spot where I only need to do laundry every two weeks, but I can stretch it to three if I really need to!
Looking to rework some of my pieces, and this definitely gives me a strong starting point. I'm way overdone in tops right now, so I will be looking at bottoms first.
A full capsule is a service that I offer, if you need help! I have free 20- minute consultations if you want to book one and talk through some ideas. Let me know!
I'm in Australia and we've just come out of a dreary winter and spring has finally arrived and I feel the need to get out of black and track pants. This video has been very inspiring, thank you.
Thank you so much! I will start working soon (after a long time of wearing compfy clothes at uni :D), so this saves me a lot of time in putting together my business wardrobe!
Oh my god! I’m so glad you like it! Yes, a well chosen capsule can get you a ton of options. Did you see the combinations video that followed this one?
What a great video for designing a capsule wardrobe! Has all the basic ideas and takes into account my individual tastes. I'm looking forward to getting started.
This is one of my favourite wardrobes, it works so well with what I am trying to do (add more feminine and girly pieces to what I have) but also we are both a dark winter with fair skin so the colors you chose were perfect 😍 there was a few pieces I wouldn’t wear, just personal comfort but then there were pieces like the pelted blue skirt that I couldn’t have thought of ❤️
1. You must be able to wear every item in your capsule. 2. Follow the formula: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 5 tops/dresses 4 bottoms 3 layers 2 pairs of shoes 1 special item
This was such a great video! Super beginner friendly and not at all overwhelming. You also have a very personable and friendly presence on camera which was super nice to watch :) Thank you for the help!
@@vazq_Fernanda Not really as too much colour stresses me. My accessories are in accent colours...or silver...for variety. I am a cool winter with a colour value of four...
I love your tips. I'm Natalia, just moved to Paris for half year and had to pack light. I would add the frequency of laundry to the equation. So for me it was 5 tops PLUS 6 lounge tops (black tees which also serbe as pj).
I am retired and do not need a "work" wardrobe. Since retirement, I wear leggings and t-shirts most of the time, and never feel attractive. I think your concept of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, would work for me. I would like outfits that are easy to put together for appointments, running errands, having lunch with friends, etc. I would still keep some of my leggings and t-shirts for working around the house or yard, or simply crafting.
I love the formula-- works great! But I did think it was easier for me to choose my 2 pairs of shoes first, then bottoms before tops and layers s-- what are your thoughts ? Reverse the order?
Yes- the concept of a capsule wardrobe doesn’t mean everything in your closet. It means that they are the core of your wardrobe, and they are augmented with seasonal pieces.
Great tips!!! After million of videos and low actual success in creating a curated wardrobe, I am thrilled to find you. Will give this system a go. Thank you!!!❤💃❤
@@vazq_Fernanda in fact, I had a little time and I did it so easily. I just can not believe it. In the good way. Seriously, I watched so many videos and nothing worked. It's not say that there are no good videos. They were just either too complicated or not fun for me. And here I made a capsule in 30 min. How wonderful!!! Now I am looking to see how long will this cary me. I might make couple more capsules. I am very happy and you are very good at this:)))))))
@@Marsolan That's great to hear!! If you ever feel like it's not enough, add one item per category still making sure it matches with the rest of the capsule until you feel comfortable, and all of a sudden you just build a wardrobe with intention!
Thank you so much. Hate to cut wardrobe until covid is over and we start going back out more. I have more clothes than I need. And have to try on everything to find pieces to let go of. My problem is that all my clothes fit me. So I have a big job ahead.
Start by building a capsule and but only putting your clothes away, and not getting rid of everything. If everything fits you that's a great place to start, but be patient! You'll learn pretty quick what's working and what you need when you work with a smaller wardrobe.
I did three more last year, one for each season! You can check them all out in the capsule wardrobe playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLMs07LmMnzeLjD4qZinpxD7sZ9XzzPK-x.html
I think you are so good at explaining this. Can't believe I just discovered you when I've been on this mission of capsule wardrobe for a long time. better late than never!
@@vazq_Fernanda Yes! 1. Layering. I often think, "if it's not practical, then why wear it?" ie a scarf around my neck indoors. Yet, I love the way layers look. 2.) I can't figure out which items to buy in neutral colors versus which items to buy in more unique/brighter colors in my pallet. For example, should I buy neutral colors in shirts and bright colors in cardigans or vice versa. I hope that makes sense!!!
I'm in Canada, and my biggest barrier is having a capsule wardrobe for all seasons. I would have a similar one that you showed for the winter since you're in NYC, but how do you transition between the seasons?
After a ton of videos I watched, I realized I have lots os tops and bottoms but so little layers… that’s why I feel like I’m always wearing the same thing, my layer is always the same 😟 but thanks to your videos I can see that now and do the right investment in my wardrobe! And this you said that not all of my tops have to work with all of my bottoms is a release, because I like colorful pants and they don’t match with every single top…. Thanks for guide me into this process 🙏🏻♥️
I'm glad I could help! Another thing that makes people bored with their wardrobes is if they have the same style of item repeated - for example, all skinny jeans and tshirts, or all tank tops and A-line skirts. If you vary the cuts that also helps!
So... I have 3 (that's right, 3!) black blazers, in the same material... It's 3 layers, with the same visual effect... it was never going to work! Well, I used your 'formula' yesterday, and I made one capsule for work, and I'll try it for one month (I work with social clothes, so I'm gonna try two wardrobes, because in my social life I like other styles of clothing). Hope it works! I'll come back to tell you about the experience! 💕
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After watching several videos and reading a lot, I finally know HOW TO start. Thank you thank youuuuu! For showing your exact thought process. I feel confident to start now. Pulling my clothes out right this second 👏🏼
So glad I could help!! How did it go? Did you create a capsule?
Not quite 😅 I reduced my clothing to 36 pcs w/o shoes and accessories. I know it’s very lame 🤣 but hey I had TWO closets 🤦🏻♀️ So baby steps right? You really helped me too to wear everything I love and actually love everything I wear. I feel so good! Thx!
@@fabiolatgg 36 pieces is GREAT! That is an excellent size for a capsule wardrobe! I start with 15 pieces always because that is the simplest number to manage, but even my own wardrobe is not only 15 items. SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE DOING GREAT! It makes me so happy to read that you are loving everything you are wearing. Thanks for sharing!
I completely agree. Same here!
I started creating capsule wardrobes for travel--before I knew there was such a concept--and remember thinking, "Why don't I expand this idea to my work clothes and make a mix-and-match collection?" That was long before TH-cam existed, and probably before you were born, too, Fernanda! 😀 It's made my life so much better. I always have something "nice" to wear, I look professional every day, everything has been tailored to my body, and I save a lot of money because I know I have enough of everything so I rarely feel the need to act on an impulse. I was once a clothes hoarder, and when I say that I really mean a HOARDER of TV-show proportions. It took me years to come to this point of having a wardrobe of the "just right" size, but like you said, with practice, purpose, and patience one starts developing a discriminating eye. I now know what fabrics and silhouettes flatter my shape, what colors harmonize best with my skin and hair, and what specific pieces I MUST include very season. I've also learned what to look for if I find myself at a thrift shop...because a $10 piece is not a bargain if I end up not using it! I'm not a strict minimalist, but I do have lots of space to breathe in my closet, whereas 20 years ago I had 4 closets full of clothes and "nothing to wear". I'm sharing all of this to encourage others to start small and build upon successes. Thank you for encouraging your audience and showing that it can be done on a small scale...and that it doesn't have to be boring!
Thank you Irai for your comment! A lot of what you expressed rings true for me. I also realized that a capsule wardrobe could give me more than my whole wardrobe when I was traveling. It clicked all of a sudden. I hope others get inspired by your comment as well, because having 'nothing to wear' is not a fun feeling, but gladly I don't have that anymore either!
thank you Irai! your comment inspires me
@@sharpiesarecool814 You can do it, Persephone! If you have a very different dress code for work and leisure, start with one area of your wardrobe ("professional outfits", for example, or "put-together mom") and build out from there. Sending you a most encouraging elbow bump in the age of COVID-19! :-) :-) :-) :-)
Very inspiring! I want to do & know all of that about & with my wardrobe tooooo!! I too have mounds & closets & boxes & bags of clothes clothes clothes & yet EVERY DAY I get up & literally STRUGGLE to find anything to wear that looks & feels good on me!! It is SO frustrating! Not to mention ALL the room all those clothes take up in my tiny new apartment I’m still trying to move into! If ONLY I knew better how to start my own capsule wardrobes (one for work, one for the gym, one for occasions etc) I could eliminate SO MUCH of the mess that is just a ton of clothes (most of which I don’t wear BUT, true to a clothing hoarders belief, “I might want to wear one day” or “I may need a top made that way or just this pattern to wear to or match with….”)!! I don’t have an eye for coordinating outfits (OR accessorizing them very well either -I wish someone could help me do that w my wardrobe!) & to be honest, I don’t even know what a color wheel or whatever looks like to even begin with one! I’m a whole OTHER level of a Beginner’s Mess! Help! 🤦🏻♀️💯
@Christy Start with one "area" of your life, Christy! To me, it was very important to get my work clothes sorted because a chaotic morning derails my day. So, I started very small and focused on that "collection". I selected 2 dresses, 6 trousers, 2 skirts, 10-12 tops (because that's what people notice the most, I feel) and a handful of layers (blazers, cardigans, jackets). I added 2 flat and 2 heeled shoes, and 3 handbags. My tip #1 would be: KEEP THESE PIECES SEPARATE. Either on one side of the closet, or if you're lucky to have the space, a rack or spare closet. If you mix them in with the rest of your clothes, you will not "see" the combination possibilities. Trust me! Tip #2, CHOOSE EITHER BLACK OR NAVY AS YOUR DARK NEUTRAL, because while both go with most other colors, they do not always go with each other, and many printed pieces have one or the other as background. It just simplifies things in the beginning. Then, bring in some lighter neutrals that you feel comfortable in: light grey, beige/tan, ivory/white. If 70% of your clothes are in these colors, you'll have outfits for every day of the month. Tip #3: GIVE YOURSELF SPACE FOR ACCENT PIECES YOU ADORE, in moderation. The jean or moto jacket you've had for 10 years, the trousers with the funky print, the colorful handwoven belt you got at a destination wedding, the bright pink blouse that makes your skin look amazing. It is important to inject personality and fun into a capsule because otherwise you will hate it. (This "capsuling" business should not be an exercise in deprivation and suffering!) Once you have 20 or 30 pieces selected, stop. Commit to dressing up (for work, or gym, or dates, or running errands, whichever frequent activity you've chosen as a focus) from that collection for 2 months. Every week, reassess. What pieces did you reach for? What did not work at all? What did you REALLY miss? Take out one piece for every one you swap in. For example, I realized I'd rather wear a dress than a skirt+top, that I reach for trousers 4 out of 5 workdays, that I wear heels less frequently than I thought, that I like structured jackets and blazers more than I like cardigans, that a shirt I thought I'd absolutely love did not work out because it was too prone to wrinkles and made me look unkempt by the middle of the day, that I wanted to add a pop of color with my shoes, and that I prefer dark bottoms. So, I made adjustments. I brought in more trousers, and because I wanted them to stay in the darkish blue family, I chose different silhouettes and tiny details in order to add variety (navy skinny, navy wide leg, navy with tiny checkers, mid-blue straight leg summer weight wool with a cuffed hem, dark denim in 2 different cuts). I replaced one pair of heels with a pair of ballerina flats in raspberry pink. I also discovered that I wasn't wearing some of the tops because they felt too sheer or too low-cut, so I added some camisoles and moved a couple of "too sexy" blouses to the "not-for-work" section of my closet. I'm not going to lie, it took about 2-3 years to get it to be a fully-functional collection of core pieces, but now a have an office wardrobe that makes me feel confident every day. I only add 2-3 pieces every season, either from shopping my own closet, thrifting, or getting something a bit trendier to replace a tired item.
Now, I would advice against getting rid of things too quickly. I know the feeling of anxiety that comes from doing so when one has "more is better" tendencies. Instead, put anything that's out of season, does not fit, it's "meh", or it's too special for everyday in boxes (or the back of the closet) away from view. If you go slow and give yourself grace, by the end of ONE season you will have a lot more discernment about how many items you really need, what pieces make you feel amazing, which are more versatile, what shoes you reach for the most, etc. Hopefully you'll feel confident enough to repeat the process for a new season, shop from the things you had put away, rehome some things that are not stellar choices, and perhaps start expanding the "editing" to a new area of dressing up. I wish you all the success in the world.
I’ve seen a lot of youtubers show what’s in their capsule wardrobe and how many outfits they can make with it, but I haven’t seen many actually show HOW to make them. And I love how you didn’t just show what you picked and why you picked them, but you even showed what you didn’t pick and why you didn’t pick them. So helpful! I finally feel confident enough to try creating one tomorrow. So thanks!
I'm so glad this was helpful! Did you end up putting together your capsule? How did it go?
Fernanda - Approximately Right I did! It went well! Most of my tops are very colorful, so most of my bottoms are denim, but it’s been SO much easier getting dressed every day! I’m definitely doing this again in the fall and in the winter!
@@brittany7768 That's so great! Congrats on your new capsule!!!
I love coats and blazers so it's hard for me to just pick a couple! :)
I tried this out today! Put together 14 pieces and got tired of taking pictures of ALL the possible outfits I could wear! Your video has been the easiest beginner video I’ve found! Thank you!
That makes me so happy!! Thank you for sharing that!
Actually really like how you displayed your clothes and shoes as we can see them all at once.
Great! We’ll keep it for the next ones.
My girl - color and patterns in a minimalist capsule wardrobe? I'm listening!
This was one of the best capsule wardrobe videos I have seen. I’ve been watching quite a few because I would like to start doing this and I love how simple you made it with the 2 rules. Thanks!
You're so welcome!! Thank you for your comment, it made my day.🙃
Same ! I loved it
Right off the bat, "Yay for color & pattern!" Very well done!!
I have watched lots of videos on capsule wardrobe but this is the best, most sensible and realistic one yet. Biggest barrier for me is - when you have a limited wardrobe laundering the items can be a problem you have so few of the same colour/ type to make up a load. I'm not a dry cleaning type! This is something that I have never seen addressed yet.
I do have a video on that! Look for my Capsule Wardrobe Care 2-part series. I HATE doing laundry. What I discovered was that certain fabrics don't need to be washed very often if they are stored correctly, and I now only do laundry every 2-3 weeks. I wash everything in COLD water on the delicate cycle, and the only thing I separate is fabric weights. Check out those videos, it may give you some ideas!
I wonder if you couldn't add household fabrics like towels, tablecloths, sheets, etc., to make up the difference? Like Fernanda said below I also wash things on cold, and usually turn them inside out which helps buffer color so you could easily do all darks in one load, for instance.
Very good point! Thanks for bringing that to attn!!
5 Tops/Dresses
4 Bottoms
3 Layers (vest/cardigen/shawl/jackets...)
2 Pair Shoes
1 Special item
😍💖💝
This is excellent. Most of the capsule wardrobe charts I’ve seen include types of clothes that don’t work with every body type. For example I’m busty and can’t wear button up shirts. My coloring s very golden and black and pure white look terrible on me. But you shared foundational ideas....rather than “one white button up shirt”. That is very helpful you also gave permission to “not do it perfectly” which I need to hear.
It's never going to be perfect, because your wardrobe should reflect your life and your life will keep changing. That's where my channel name comes from! "It's better to be 'approximately right' than precisely wrong". You got this!
I love this idea of a mini-capsule. I actually do need to do this for church, and for work, because the clothing I wear for each part of my life is different! Thanks 🎀
Thank you, I’ve been attempting to build a capsule wardrobe for years and I failed miserably, with your formula I’ve got my autumn wardrobe ready and am so excited about it. Your 5,4,3,2,1 is just what I needed to finally get an amount of clothes that doesn’t overwhelm me, so grateful xx and so agree with you on the top 10 and other advice that just never worked
I’m so glad this helped!! Im glad you’re excited for your wardrobe, that’s all I wanted 🤗
This video by far has been the most helpful capsule wardrobe video I have watched. Went into my closet after watching this and prepped a 15-piece capsule that can go all season where I live with the layers and adding in a scarf, and tights. This is perfect. I also watched your module video and created 2 321 modules that every item interchanges with the capsule I created and now I have 50+ outfits!!! Amazing!
YAY!!!
The idea of the button down sweater than can be a layer or its own top is genius!
It really increases the number of combinations you can put together. I remember I saw someone wearing a button down sweater on the street and thought... That is so smart. Why did this never occur to me?
This was awesome! Could you do a video showing the outfits you create with these?
For sure! I would love to make one. If there is not enough interest on a video I'll make a blog post and link you to it. Thanks for watching! Means a ton.
Honestly I can think of 28 outfits with that I would actually wear that’s a month of clothing and 1 or2 wash loads ❤ Fantastic!!
I've been looking into capsule wardrobes for weeks and weeks and never found anything that really helped but thanks to your explanation and the 5,4,3,2,1 method, I finally have a clear idea of what I need for my capsule and I'm so excited to try this in the fall! Amazing video. Thank you!
I'm so glad this helps! I agree with you, it's difficult in the beginning to wrap your mind around it. The formula is a great place to start, and over time you don't even need it, you just know what you need and what you wear! Good luck! Let me know if you ever have any questions!
Wow, thank you! I have been trying to understand the capsule wardrobe. Some people who show how to do it are not interesting, they do not include color or prints. You covered things in a fun way and included prints/colors! You were clear, easy to follow, and fun! I appreciate you sharing this video tutorial on this topic. I also appreciate you mentioning workout wear and travel. I need both. This is an entire concept that has eluded me and seemed boring and not very unique to my style and activities. Not anymore! Thank you! :)
Thank you..this was a breath of fresh air..can be completed in 30 minutes..and relieves you of unnecessary items.
5 top and 4 bottom = 20 different outfits..great for travel and work..
You could add one scarf that you could make a blouse or skirt that has all the colors of your select items. Blessings
The first video ever that makes me think "I can actually do a capsule wardrobe!"
Thank you!!! I feel ready to start now
Great content ❤️
You got this!
Awesome. Nice to see a NOT cream and denim wardrobe that has fun peices, and a feminine look. Not all of us can pull off the "typical" capsule wardrobe. Thank you!!
It's not for me either, I don't think I look good in the warm neutrals that are trending right now. I like pattern and color!
Thank you so much for this! I’ve worn scrubs for 15 years and now have to figure out what clothes to buy for an office job. I’ve been struggling with even knowing what items I should try to buy. This gave me a really clear direction on where to begin.
So helpful, thank you! I have a closet FULL of clothes with nothing to wear, now I know how to go about putting together a more cohesive wardrobe. Side note: I had a friend help me do a closet purge several years ago and we got rid of A LOT. I was a little bit upset with her at first. However, that same phenomenon happened to me that you described, where I was receiving a lot more compliments. People even asked if I had a new man in my life because I just ‘seemed different’..🤣 I didn’t buy any new clothes; I was just wearing clothes I felt good in and were put together nicely.
The easiest capsule wardrobe instruction video ❤.
I could not have this as my regular closet, but I like this idea (5, 4, 3, 2, 1) for a travel wardrobe. My biggest barrier - I like stuff... Thanks.
100% recommend this for a travel wardrobe. And if having a wardrobe with a ton of options makes you happy, then go for it! It's about what brings you joy. I live with someone who likes stuff too. It's a paradox we manage every day!
Great video! I love the fact that you included such fun colors and print. I'm getting ready to select my first capsule wardrobe, and this is so inspiring.
Enjoy! I love putting together capsules. It’s so fun!
Great video!!! I like your video organization with minimal personal intro and getting to the topic immediately. There was a lot of information packed in a short video because it was well organized. You gave a formula and explained it with every piece of clothing AND showed one that didn’t make it (that was important since there is a temptation to add more when less is enough).
Thanks Carlota! I loved that you picked up on getting right to the video. I am trying to get better at that in my next videos. I always tell myself - JUST JUMP RIGHT IN!
I like what you say about showing what didn't make it. I think i'll include that also in my upcoming Spring Capsule wardrobe video. Thanks for the feedback!
I would love to see the outfits! This video was very helpful!
Yes! I’m so happy to find you. I’ve been wanting to do a capsule and love color and pattern.
Inspiring to get started on my stress-free style. Hope to work with you one day!
I’m glad you included color and pattern, I need them in my wardrobe!
You made the best video for me, a beginner. Thank you
That was the goal!!
thar's gold!!!! tks, best video ever about HOW TO ACTUALLY START hahaha
YAAAAAAAYYYY!!! Awesome!!
Ive been looking for a good video to help me start and had no luck u til now! Thank you! You really broke it down!
I'm glad it helped!
I’ve been searching all day for a helpful capsule wardrobe where I can shop my own closet, and I have not had any luck, that is until I found your vlog…… THANK YOU!!!! I am not a minimalist, I am someone who loves everything she owns. I just wanted to create a capsule work wardrobe to make getting ready in the morning easier for a couple of weeks at a time, then I’d like to shop my closet for another fresh capsule wardrobe. Your video is easy and straight to the point and because of your advice I can enjoy my items even more without having to shop. 🥰
I'm so glad I could help! If you get to a point when everything goes together, getting ready takes two seconds - you literally grab anything and it works!
This is one of the best capsule videos I’ve seen. You explain it so well and your visual style of teaching appeals to me. I also enjoy colour and pattern and it’s difficult for me that every single top go with every bottom. You’ve explained how to work around that. ☺️Thank you! 🌺 Mary
I really like your 54321 formula. I think I'll use it when I pack for my next trip!
It's perfect for that!
This was very helpful! I’m going on vacation for 2 weeks and I will test this. I struggle the most choosing a color palette, so I will look into the book that you recommend.
The best explanation about capsule wardrobe I seem so far!
The color you are wearing looks great on you! Love your hair.
Yes wanted to see how you wore these separates.
Hi Johanna! Here is the link to that video, in case you haven't seen it already: th-cam.com/video/VDGUWZlAciM/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for sharing. MY barrier is finding quality pieces that fit my body type and go with other items and with my style) at affordable prices. Also me having a style that is a combination of a few styles.
This is the best video I have watched!! Love the formula
So glad!
Great video. Thanks! Feeling much more confident in trying a capsule wardrobe.
Thanks so much. With these rules you've given, I can easily put my wardrobe together.
My pleasure!! If you go to my website there's a pop up guide you can download that will make it easier!
Thank you for this & your other videos that are SO INFORMATIVE for us LITERAL BEGINNERS!! 💯🙏🏻♥️☺️
Than you ! For all the great information. Which had learned all this 20 yrs ago. However, is never too late. I am in the process of watching all your videos. That way when I get your help it will much easier to accomplish my goal.
That's great!! What's your goal Sonia? Do you know your colors? that helps a lot!
Love the idea of creating mini capsule wardrobe. I honestly was getting overwhelmed with all the "expert rules"
Do what works for YOU! Your wardrobe, your rules!
I’m going to give this a try. I’ll start with spring.
Will you make a video about it? I would love to see what you picked!
Great video. Can you please make an extension to this video by putting on all the possible combinations of outfits using the pieces you have selected? Thank you
That video is already up! You can watch it here: th-cam.com/video/VDGUWZlAciM/w-d-xo.html
Thank you Thank you: You make it so simple starting with a small capsule and giving yourself time to grow and learn
100%!! It's a skill for sure, which is why personal stylists exist. I have a video coming in the next couple of weeks that will be helpful, so stayed tuned!
I have that book. It's very educational. My greatest fear of having a capsule wardrobe is not having enough clothes when I need them. What if I lose my job and can't afford to buy anything. Then I would be so upset about throwing out a lot of my clothing. Now that I am still in self-isolation I don't need as many clothes, however, when I return to work I will need more clothing. Also, I hate having to do laundry all the time so by having more clothing I can do laundry less often, ha ha!!
Hi Sherry! That is a fear a lot of people have. I think it's difficult to see how much of what we already have we really don't use until we don't miss it. My recommendation would be to create a capsule with what you already own, 2x this amount (30 pieces) and pack away, but don't throw away, the rest, and see how you feel. That's how I got started getting rid of all the excess and it really opened my eyes to how little of it I missed. And about the laundry - I hear you! I hate doing laundry, but I have now gotten my capsules into a sweet spot where I only need to do laundry every two weeks, but I can stretch it to three if I really need to!
Love the way you explained it! Thank you
Awesome pls I wanna see a summer capsule wardrobe
I'm on it!
@@vazq_Fernanda Thankyou
Yours is the first capsule wardrobe video that was actually helpful for creating my first capsule wardrobe.
That makes me so happy!
Great video🎉🎉🎉 thank you!! . This red is beautiful on you, include it if you create❤
Hey Fernanda, are you still sharing your videos??? I can not find recently any new ones. Hope you are fine and things are running OK.
I like this formula thing. Makes things a lot easier
It's particularly useful when packing for a trip!
Your videos are wonderful!
So glad you like them!
Looking to rework some of my pieces, and this definitely gives me a strong starting point. I'm way overdone in tops right now, so I will be looking at bottoms first.
A full capsule is a service that I offer, if you need help! I have free 20- minute consultations if you want to book one and talk through some ideas. Let me know!
@@vazq_Fernanda I'm interested. Most of my clothes are black at the moment and I'm tired of them
I'm in Australia and we've just come out of a dreary winter and spring has finally arrived and I feel the need to get out of black and track pants. This video has been very inspiring, thank you.
Thank you so much! I will start working soon (after a long time of wearing compfy clothes at uni :D), so this saves me a lot of time in putting together my business wardrobe!
Good luck! It's much easier than you think! And it will save you a ton of money!
Super helpful and easy to follow! Also loved that you added pattern!
I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!
I came up with almost 50 outfits with all of your
Pieces. This is amazing!!
Oh my god! I’m so glad you like it! Yes, a well chosen capsule can get you a ton of options. Did you see the combinations video that followed this one?
Best video explaining how to start! Thank you!
What a great video for designing a capsule wardrobe! Has all the basic ideas and takes into account my individual tastes. I'm looking forward to getting started.
I like the formula for when your traveling for at least 2 weeks or a little bit more so that you can have a small capsule wardrobe to go
Yes, it's amazing for that! And it's also nice to have so many outfit options that you didn't even consider.
This is one of my favourite wardrobes, it works so well with what I am trying to do (add more feminine and girly pieces to what I have) but also we are both a dark winter with fair skin so the colors you chose were perfect 😍
there was a few pieces I wouldn’t wear, just personal comfort but then there were pieces like the pelted blue skirt that I couldn’t have thought of ❤️
This has been the most helpful of all the videos I’ve seen. Thanks.
Woohooo!!! So glad I could help!
Refreshing approach to a widely discussed topic! Thank you!! :)
1. You must be able to wear every item in your capsule.
2. Follow the formula: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
5 tops/dresses
4 bottoms
3 layers
2 pairs of shoes
1 special item
Really neat and memorable approach, thanks Fernanda!
Thank you for the video. I would love to see a video of how you put the outfits together.
Hi! That video is already up. You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/VDGUWZlAciM/w-d-xo.html
I liked the 54321 approach to it
I think I have more than 150 items in my closet. It would be fun to try this for a month.
What a great video 💡 Getting started tomorrow . Thanks again
I love how simple you made it! Totally helps 😄 definitely inspired me to start making one 💕
Very helpful! It's hard to know where to start, and you gave me a great first step.
I'm glad I could help! I have a video coming in two weeks that expands on this, so stayed tuned for that!
Great video, so simple to understand compared to the other confusing capsule videos I watched, thank you!
I'm so glad!!
You have been a great help to make a change in how I think about clothes, and what I wear 💖
Thank you! As long as you are happy and like what you wear every day, I'm happy :)
This was such a great video! Super beginner friendly and not at all overwhelming. You also have a very personable and friendly presence on camera which was super nice to watch :) Thank you for the help!
Thank you for the comments Devyn! I’m glad it was helpful 💕💕
When I travel I choose one coat, two colours, pack three tops for each bottom (dressy, casual, jumper or shirt), four bottoms and five sets of undies.
Do you ever get bored wearing just two colors?
@@vazq_Fernanda Not really as too much colour stresses me. My accessories are in accent colours...or silver...for variety. I am a cool winter with a colour value of four...
This video is absolutely fantastic. Everything I have been looking for. Thank you very much ❤
I love your tips. I'm Natalia, just moved to Paris for half year and had to pack light. I would add the frequency of laundry to the equation. So for me it was 5 tops PLUS 6 lounge tops (black tees which also serbe as pj).
Serve*
I am retired and do not need a "work" wardrobe. Since retirement, I wear leggings and t-shirts most of the time, and never feel attractive. I think your concept of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, would work for me. I would like outfits that are easy to put together for appointments, running errands, having lunch with friends, etc. I would still keep some of my leggings and t-shirts for working around the house or yard, or simply crafting.
This video helped me so much! Thank you 👍
I love the formula-- works great! But I did think it was easier for me to choose my 2 pairs of shoes first, then bottoms before tops and layers s-- what are your thoughts ? Reverse the order?
So, also a purse, tennis shoes, work out clothes and under garments too
Yes- the concept of a capsule wardrobe doesn’t mean everything in your closet. It means that they are the core of your wardrobe, and they are augmented with seasonal pieces.
This was very helpful, thank you 😊
I love the orange skirt!
Very helpful video 😊 thanks
Great tips!!! After million of videos and low actual success in creating a curated wardrobe, I am thrilled to find you. Will give this system a go. Thank you!!!❤💃❤
YAY! I'm so glad I could help. Let me know if you need help with anything!
@@vazq_Fernanda in fact, I had a little time and I did it so easily. I just can not believe it. In the good way. Seriously, I watched so many videos and nothing worked. It's not say that there are no good videos. They were just either too complicated or not fun for me. And here I made a capsule in 30 min. How wonderful!!! Now I am looking to see how long will this cary me. I might make couple more capsules. I am very happy and you are very good at this:)))))))
@@Marsolan That's great to hear!! If you ever feel like it's not enough, add one item per category still making sure it matches with the rest of the capsule until you feel comfortable, and all of a sudden you just build a wardrobe with intention!
Thank you so much. Hate to cut wardrobe until covid is over and we start going back out more. I have more clothes than I need. And have to try on everything to find pieces to let go of. My problem is that all my clothes fit me. So I have a big job ahead.
Start by building a capsule and but only putting your clothes away, and not getting rid of everything. If everything fits you that's a great place to start, but be patient! You'll learn pretty quick what's working and what you need when you work with a smaller wardrobe.
Really good video! .Do you have one for summertime? More tropical weather.
Thanks
Yes I do! Check out my spring & summer capsule wardrobe videos. Here's a whole playlist! th-cam.com/play/PLMs07LmMnzeLjD4qZinpxD7sZ9XzzPK-x.html
This is the best capsule wardrobe video I’ve ever seen!! Would you, please do the same for spring and summer.
I did three more last year, one for each season! You can check them all out in the capsule wardrobe playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLMs07LmMnzeLjD4qZinpxD7sZ9XzzPK-x.html
I think you are so good at explaining this. Can't believe I just discovered you when I've been on this mission of capsule wardrobe for a long time. better late than never!
I'm so glad you did! Is there anything in particular you have been struggling with?
@@vazq_Fernanda Yes! 1. Layering. I often think, "if it's not practical, then why wear it?" ie a scarf around my neck indoors. Yet, I love the way layers look.
2.) I can't figure out which items to buy in neutral colors versus which items to buy in more unique/brighter colors in my pallet. For example, should I buy neutral colors in shirts and bright colors in cardigans or vice versa.
I hope that makes sense!!!
@@murridithvines Hi, you Got your answer?
I'm in Canada, and my biggest barrier is having a capsule wardrobe for all seasons. I would have a similar one that you showed for the winter since you're in NYC, but how do you transition between the seasons?
After a ton of videos I watched, I realized I have lots os tops and bottoms but so little layers… that’s why I feel like I’m always wearing the same thing, my layer is always the same 😟 but thanks to your videos I can see that now and do the right investment in my wardrobe! And this you said that not all of my tops have to work with all of my bottoms is a release, because I like colorful pants and they don’t match with every single top…. Thanks for guide me into this process 🙏🏻♥️
I'm glad I could help! Another thing that makes people bored with their wardrobes is if they have the same style of item repeated - for example, all skinny jeans and tshirts, or all tank tops and A-line skirts. If you vary the cuts that also helps!
So... I have 3 (that's right, 3!) black blazers, in the same material... It's 3 layers, with the same visual effect... it was never going to work! Well, I used your 'formula' yesterday, and I made one capsule for work, and I'll try it for one month (I work with social clothes, so I'm gonna try two wardrobes, because in my social life I like other styles of clothing). Hope it works! I'll come back to tell you about the experience! 💕
Yes please do keep me updated!