Capsule Wardrobe #2: Breaking it Down and Doing More Experimenting

I've had a lot of people say that they want to try to create a capsule wardrobe using the items in their closets to introduce variety into their wardrobe following my last post.  I also realized while wearing my first capsule that it didn't have some of my very favorite items, and that I missed them.  I thought I would break down my process here, so that if you want to try it yourself (and you are easily overwhelmed by this sort of thing) you can see how I created another capsule wardrobe.  Again, I am creating this capsule from my closet without purchasing any new items.  (Yes I have too many clothes.) You will see a few of the things that I used in my first capsule wardrobe, because they are some of my favorite pieces.  

Step 1: Organize your closet.  (Anyway that suits you.) 

Right to left:  Winter, workout, short sleeves, bottoms, jackets, dresses

Step 2: Pick Items that coordinate (all tops go with all bottoms)

Jackets: Jean, Black Corduroy, gray suit
Shirts: Aqua solid, triangle pattern, teal, floral, diagonal shapes, little circles
Bottoms: Gray tulip skirt, jeans, gray slacks, black slacks

  

Now you'll see that I went ahead and added jackets to this capsule, but lets be realistic.  I will only wear multiple layers if it's below 55 degrees.  

Step 3: Add Accessories (This step is really only 100% necessary if you are sticking things in a suitcase.  Otherwise just pick what suits your day in the morning.  I might pick heels to wear (if I were going to church or the theater) as long as there is little walking involved.  They are not my thing.  

Step 4: Hang the capsule together in your closet, so you will wear the items together. 

Here are pictures of each top with each bottom.  (Yes, I own a lot of shades of blue.) 

Aqua Solid Top

Triangle Pattern

 

Teal Solid Top

Floral

Diagonal Shapes 

Little Circles 

Here is one that I paired with each jacket.  Since we already are having 75-80 degree days it is unlikely that I will be able to stand a jacket, but here's the look 

I hope this break down is helpful for those who said they'd like to try to create their own capsule wardrobe.