Good morning!
Today is Day One of the #sevendaychallenge! If you didn't read my last post and your interesting in knowing what I'm talking about you can find it linked here.
And if you're feeling a bit perplexed then here's a basic method to help you get it started picking your 12 items:
Basic Formula:
4 tops
[ex]
consider pieces that layer well like:
-fitted long-sleeve tee
-a button-down
1-2 top layers
[ex.]
cardigan
sweater jacket
blazer
2 bottoms
[ex.]
jeans
skirts
dress pants
1 dress or jumper
2 pairs of shoes
[ex]
1 flat - 1 heel
1 boot - 1 flat
1 fashion sneaker - 1 flat
Remember, you do not have to follow this to the letter-- choose what works for you but try hard to limit yourself and challenge yourself in a way that you haven't before. Everyone has a different daily and weekly schedule. Some stay home, some wear casual work attire, some wear business work attire. If you want to wear scrubs for your job then use this for after work. If you need more bottoms than tops, then take one away from one item from that category and give it to another. Just have fun!
A few other suggestions/useful tips:
-Don’t give yourself too much time to choose.
Set a timer and try and choose your items in 30 minutes. In the beginning, I found that if I took too much time during the selection process then I kept doubting myself and getting frustrated. Capsule wardrobing is supposed to take away the stress of picking out your outfits.
Neutrals.
I said it before but it's true and super helpful --> think neutrals, denim, white, black or navy and grey with one or two pops of color to play with...
Core items.
Start with your favorite items that you always go for and then start adding in pieces that you usually overlook. You may come to find that you love them and you've been missing out or that you really don't like the fit and you need to get rid of it.
-Avoid Dry Clean Only items because that would be a pain to launder during the 7 or 10 day challenge.
Have fun!
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