CAPSULE WARDROBE UPDATE
I felt it was about time I let you all have an update on my Capsule wardrobe, its coming along just lovely. I can honestly say I now wear 100% of my wardrobe....Its been such a learning curve for me, as I am sure it is for everyone embarking on this journey, sounds funny but it certainly is a journey, it makes you evaluate your lifestyle, as we grow older things change, what was ok to wear in your 20's we maybe shouldn't be wearing in our 50's.
It can be quite overwhelming knowing where to start, or as I found, you can kind of get stuck, at a point where you have decluttered, and minimalised but feel a little lost within the process, This is the point where help is at hand, I had looked at various pintrest pictures, articles, read a book, litstened to podcasts, looked on instagram posts, but then I found an account that caught my eye, which I think is the best way of finding someone, someone who your feel maybe there style is similar, you love there look, concept and can relate to.
That someone for me was KRISTINA ...SANDINAVIAN STYLIST on Instagram, her photos were beautiful so simple, tranquil and serene. For me the perfect version of simplicity I aspire to within my own life, and my wardrobe.
I had an on line (FaceTime) consultation with Kristina. which I was quite nervous about, especially being an introvert, and finding new meetings quite daunting, She instantly made me feel relaxed and at ease, She explained how minimalism was a huge part of her life, and a capsule wardrobe was simply part of it, and how she has been a Stylist for years, helping people with there wardrobes, but also their Homes. I certainly would love Kristina to pop over and help me style my new home.
She made everything so clear for me, explaining how to start by...
1. learning your body shape, well of course you may say, thats a given, but haven't we all looked at someone and thought 'no that doesn't look right', but it may look right on a different shape. so everyone gets it wrong sometimes.
Then this is probably the hard bit, as we are all so very critical about our body, shape size, flaws and all.
2. Accentuate the good areas...for me its my legs, and bust, and anything you get complimented on, which is my hair. So start High lighting these areas
When you have established these, look at piccies on pintrest, finding clothes that suit your shape,create a mood board. For me I know I need V necks, whether its a jumper or T.shirt, dress etc. But if your favourite jumper is a round neck don't despair, as Kristina says, simply pop on a long Necklace to create a 'V', Voila, no need to get rid of your fave!
Creating your style is so important, for me I love feminine pieces, with a touch of classic & slightly edgey.
3. Colour is important too, now on some accounts minimalists, capsule wardrobes are very nautral, black, white, grey and creams, which is fabulous, but if like me your favourite colour is red, I think id be very upset with No Red in my wardrobe. but if you prefer nautrals thats great, as a way to colour pop is.... accessorise with scarfs, or even lipstick. Imagine a simple white shirt worn with black jeans, and simply add a lovely red lipstick...WOW! your look stunning!
4. Lifestyle... now this may be obvious but I bet a lot of you have a wardrobe full of clothes yo no longer wear, because your lifestyle has changed. Years ago I worked in an office, and socialised a fair amount, so needed dresses, high heels, and suits. Now i'm a freelance Hair stylist (All my work clothes have bleach and colour on them!) Im at home more, my days consist of Dog walks, blogging at home, taking photos out and about, And some hairdressing lol! Oh and maybe the odd social event, birthday meals, friends lunch. Hubby date night...mainly date Lunch tbh!
So my wardrobe needs to reflect this lifestyle. Its also great to do a 'Pie chart' as Kristina explained.
(yes that math lesson will come in handy) creating what percentage of your life does what....Home, working, leisure activities,and holidays.
From this you can work out what clothes you will need and when.
5. She then suggests picking 8-12 items that you wear all the time, then add to them, maybe that favourite t.shirt then add it in a couple of different colours to wear with black skinny jeans.Obviously once you have your basics, you will then have more to work with, Having a couple of staple pieces is helpful, find a nice handbag you love, and then maybe a tote shopper bag for everyday...which Im currently on the hunt for! And a few scarfs to add to your outfit. Personally Im not a costume jewellery kinda gal, so I stick with my statements pieces, my Tiffany necklace, and bracelets.
It has taught me that I no longer have to purchase cheap items, as I will be purchasing quality clothes that will last for years.
Finally, But not least Please Please Please make sure when you pop on that outfit, you feel 100% Amazing in it!
If you would like to discuss your Capsule wardrobe, please message me, we can have a cuppa and a chat xxx💋
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