It’s been a while since I posted about my capsule wardrobe on the blog, so I thought I’d give a bit of a fashion update/reality check. First, since I’ve been using the capsule wardrobe for almost two years, I have a few conclusions to share: It’s a great place to start, but allow for some … More Simple Style: some thoughts on capsule wardrobes and my summer uniform
My experiment with a capsule wardrobe has now come full circle. I made my first capsule last winter (2016) using only the items I already owned. The experiment was a success, and I eagerly threw myself into creating a new capsule for each season last year. Before I made my capsule for this winter though, … More Simplifying:Winter Capsule Wardrobe
I don’t like the term “resolution.” It’s too broad, too vague, and too intimidating. I mean, does anyone really keep up with a resolution past February? I do, however, like goals, especially if they are specific and trackable. After I spent some time reflecting on what worked for me in 2016 and what didn’t, I … More 2017 Goals: new habits to make, old habits to break
The space between Christmas and New Year’s puts me in the mood to close the door on the old year and make new and exciting goals for the next year. I know I’m not alone. 🙂 But for those goals to be effective, first I need to look back and reflect on the year that’s … More 2016 Reflections: What worked and what didn’t
One of my favorite things about my capsule wardrobe is the number of outfits I can create with just a few pieces. I thought I’d show you some examples using a “mini capsule,” three tops, three bottoms, and two completers (along with shoes and accessories). This was a fun challenge for me, and I ended … More Capsule Wardrobe: Part 3 – Mix and match outfits
As I said in part one of my capsule wardrobe post, I made my first capsule for winter 2016 using the clothes I already had in my closet. I didn’t love everything in it, but it was good practice and helped me realize how few clothing pieces I really needed to feel like I had … More Capsule Wardrobe: Part 2 – My Fall 2016 Wardrobe
Disclaimer: I am not a fashionista or a model. I’m just a regular-sized, thirty-something mama of two girls. It’s way out of my comfort zone to offer fashion advice, so please don’t think I’m trying to tell you what all hip mamas wear. I just want to share my story of how I am moving … More Capsule Wardrobe: Part 1 – My story
