Capsule wardrobes are a great way of simplifying your closet and are key for any person who considers themselves to be a minimalist.
So, what is a capsule wardrobe?
A capsule wardrobe is "a minimal, interchangeable wardrobe with a finite number made up of clothes you actually love to wear." (Huffington Post)
To get started with this type of closet makeover, one needs to start by doing some serious spring (or summer, winter, or fall) cleaning. This means taking out everything that you don't wear anymore, have holes or other signs of wear, are no longer in style, or that don't fit. Let's be honest: holding on to your skinny jeans for eight years doesn't bring you any closer to your weight loss goals, and that skirt you had in high school probably won't be trendy again for another twenty years.
Once you have cleared your closet, it's time for some shopping. It helps to divide your wardrobe into halves: spring and summer, and fall and winter. That way, it's easier to shop when you have seasons to focus on. One will want to find pieces that are versatile, comfortable, and well-made, as these are going to be the pieces that are worn for the entirety of the seasons you are in. Make sure you place a limit on yourself so that you only get the things that are truly necessary.
For a great example of a capsule wardrobe, equipped with shopping links, check out this post by Stephanie Drenka.
Do you currently use the capsule wardrobe method for your closet? If not, is this something you'd be willing to try?
Sources:
http://utahvalley360.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Minimalist-Wardrobe.jpg
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/erin-flynn/what-is-a-capsule-wardrob_b_10172000.html
stephaniedrenka.com/spring-summer-capsule-wardrobe
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