The Ultimate Capsule Wardrobe for Work

Do you find yourself saying “I have nothing to wear” while staring at a closet full of clothes? Having mix-matched clothes that don’t all go together can be overwhelming and make putting together outfits with ease a challenge. That’s why something like a capsule wardrobe is key. Say goodbye to scrambling to put office outfits together at 6 AM thanks to this simple and easy capsule wardrobe for work.

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Before You Jump In…

What is a capsule wardrobe?

A capsule wardrobe is simply a smaller collection of clothing that can be styled in multiple ways to create a variety of outfits. Capsule wardrobes are also curated with pieces that will stand the test of time so it will last you for years to come. Having a capsule wardrobe takes the guess work out of putting an outfit together so you’ll always look put together with minimal effort.

What are the benefits of a capsule wardrobe?

Easy! A capsule wardrobe is great for so many reasons:

• Saves you time
  No more taking 20 minutes to put an outfit together or changing a few times to find something that matches. A capsule wardrobe for work cuts down your getting ready time since everything in the capsule is curated to go together.
• Save you money
  Because you can mix and match to create a number of outfits, there’s no need to purchase an abundant amount of tops, bottoms and accessories. Using a capsule wardrobe allows you to style outfits in so many ways that purchasing an excess number of clothing isn’t necessary.
• It’s more sustainable
  Again, because you are working within the capsule yo won’t be constantly purchasing new pieces. Invest in fewer pieces that are built to last to avoid waste.

Why use a capsule wardrobe?

Aside from the benefits above, a capsule wardrobe makes getting ready in the morning easier and more enjoyable. No more trying to think about every item you own and wonder what items goes with what. In a capsule wardrobe everything goes with everything so you can ready with ease.

Capsule Wardrobe for Work

Now that you have a better understanding on capsule wardrobes, here’s a curated work capsule wardrobe to set you up for success!

Shop Work Capsule Wardrobe

Tops:
When it comes to tops, neutrals are your friend. This is key for having them pair nicely with a variety of bottoms. Some other things to keep in mind include fabrics and sleeve length so you can have a good mix without having more than you need.
Neutral Blouse | Cardigan | Camel Sweater | V-neck Top | Sleeveless Blouse | Dressy Cami

Bottoms:
When it comes to bottoms, simple is best. This one is pretty easy since most work bottoms are pretty standard, but these four pieces should get your bases covered.
Light Pants | Jeans | Black Pants | Pencil Skirt

Other:
Every work capsule wardrobe needs a blazer and a dress for when you need to look your business best.
Blazer | Dress

Shoes and Accessories:
Mixing up the shoes and accessories you wear is a great and easy way to make all your outfits look different. Be careful not to get carried away though. It may seem tempting to purchase several jewelry pieces, multiple work bags, etc. But remember, the point of having a capsule wardrobe is to maintain a small collection of clothes to keep things simple.
Mules | Loafers | Block Heel | Headband | Tote Bag | Earrings

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How to Style These Work Capsule Wardrobe Pieces

To show you that these office outfits really do work for a number of occasions, I put together some styling ideas using the capsule wardrobe for work pieces above. Which one is your favorite? The last one speaks to me the most!

Day at the Office

For a typical day at the office, this work outfit is a staple. A basic blouse paired with quality work pants is a recipe for success no matter what’s on your agenda for the day. The black mules and tote bag are simple yet practical and the headband kicks the outfit up a notch.

Business Meeting

A solid black top paired with stylish pants screams all business. The knitted cardigan is a great addition to add if the meeting is more casual but can be swapped out for a blazer if that’s more fitting.

Happy Hour

From work to happy hour, these pieces from the capsule wardrobe work wonders. If jeans aren’t the vibe for your work place, just switch it for a work pant option and you still look like a million bucks. If you can wear jeans, the block heels and gold jewelry really dress the outfit up just enough.

Casual Friday

(Sigh***) Probably the best day of the work week, casual Friday. A camel sweater looks amazing with a basic work pant, but still looks chic styled with jeans for a more casual look. The loafers add a touch of business to the look while still keeping it comfortable.

Business Presentation

When you have to look your business best, a pencil skirt and blouse does the trick. Keeping the look minimal with basic hoop earrings and a block heel will keep everyone focused on your presentation and not on what you’re wearing. Though, this outfit is so cute that may not be possible. 😉

Lunch & Learn

Lunch & Learns are always fun (especially if the lunch is provided for you hahah). This professional work outfit keeps things business savvy but fashion forward at the same time. Talk about a win-win!

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I hope you enjoyed this post all about creating a capsule wardrobe for work and that it gives you inspiration to create your own work capsule wardrobe. Having a capsule wardrobe, like the one above, really does make creating different work outfits a breeze and keeps things fun without always buying more new clothes. (Who doesn’t love saving money?!)

Do you think you’ll create a capsule wardrobe for yourself? I swear it will change the way you get ready every morning!

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