Capsule Wardrobe Inspiration - Steal My Closet! Casual, comfy, "indie" style mix-and-match minimalist wardrobe ideas!

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Since it's been a minute since I've done a fashion post, I figured it would be fun to put together a sample capsule wardrobe, for inspiration purposes... I would describe this closet as a "casual, comfy, creative, but don't-mess-with-me" look.  I have no idea what that translates to in "real fashion" terms... how about artsy neo-indie?  I mean, why not, I can name my style whatever I want...  

This is now officially inspiration for an Artsy Neo-Indie capsule wardrobe.  ;)

If my house were to burn down tomorrow, or 

something similarly dramatic resulted in me needing to completely replace my wardrobe, this is basically what I would buy:

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Fourteen items of clothing (plus a pullover, two pairs of shoes and a bag just for fun) that mix and match into 45 outfits.  The two dresses can be worn alone, and ALL of the rest of these items can be mixed-and-matched, with the lone exception of the red top and red base (which I couldn't pull off combining, but maybe you could! ;P).

That breaks down like this:  

Four bases (remember how important it is to balance your bases!)

• Black layering maxi dress
• Striped layering maxi dress
• Red capris
• Skinny jeans or jeggings 

Ten tops (remember color choice is also important! Neutral "family" of your choice + a few fave colors only!)

• 2 grey
• 4 white (one with red accents)
• 1 red
• 3 black
• +bonus (cuz I get cold in air conditioning...) 1 turquoise / red pullover (to layer in place of a sweater, or wear by itself)

SO EASY.  

Mindless, in fact.  Reach in your closet (cuz if you're like me, there's life-changing magic in hanging ALL TEH STUFF), 1- grab a base, 2- grab a top, 3- put clothes on body, 4- walk out door.  DONE.

I understand you might be going, "but I hate maxi dresses!" or "this capsule wardrobe is way too casual for my work environment!" or "ugh, too much black!" I know, I know, this is very specifically MY style, and it might not be YOUR style.  But here's the fun part! 

If you love the idea of a capsule wardrobe but are overwhelmed by the idea of adapting it to your own needs and environment, consider hiring me for a one-on-one, virtual style consultation!  I promise to reveal all the secrets of building a effortless, confidence-inspiring, non-boring capsule wardrobe, and will even set you up with personalized purchase recommendations to help finish up your closet!  A happy capsule wardrobe that works for you is only a few clicks away!

Edit:  Classically feminine, preppy-ish sample capsule wardrobe inspiration now posted!

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