Or have you ever stood in front of your closet in the morning thinking, “I have nothing to wear”? Despite the fact that the closet is full of clothes, nothing really fits. This situation is familiar to many. The solution? A capsule wardrobe – a thoughtful selection of clothes that allows you to create diverse outfits from a small number of mutually combinable items.
A capsule wardrobe is especially suitable for those who want to always look good and also save their time and energy in choosing everyday clothes, while maintaining their style. The goal of a capsule wardrobe is to create a clothing collection with a small but well-combined number of clothes, which allows you to quickly and easily choose everyday outfits. A great solution for busy people who want to dress stylishly and organized without unnecessary effort. This approach also helps those who are trying to live a simpler, more sustainable and conscious life – without accumulating unnecessary things and creating excesses in their closet.
The history of the capsule wardrobe and the current trend for minimalism
The capsule wardrobe concept originated in the 1970s in London, when fashion designer and boutique owner Suzie Faux introduced the idea of "less is more" and created a small, high-quality collection of clothes that were easy to combine and last a long time. Later, other designers, such as Donna Karan with her "Seven Easy Pieces" collection, adopted and popularized the idea.
Today, the capsule wardrobe is making a comeback with renewed vigor – thanks to the trend of minimalist lifestyle, sustainability and the desire to be more conscious in our consumption. Less really can be more – also in style.
The main benefits of a capsule wardrobe
A capsule wardrobe offers several significant benefits:
• ✅ Money savings – You buy fewer, but higher quality and more versatile clothes.
• ✅ Sustainable approach to fashion – by reducing unnecessary purchases, you support a more environmentally friendly lifestyle.
• ✅ Time saving – mornings become easier because everything in the closet fits together well.
• ✅ Consistent style – You create a unique, lasting style for yourself and easily maintain a harmonious appearance.
A guide to creating a capsule wardrobe
1. Evaluate your lifestyle, style, and needs - think about what your daily routine is like - do you visit the office more often or work remotely, how often do you need formal attire, how often do you go to events or meet with family, friends, interest groups or business partners, colleagues, etc.
2. Choose a basic color palette - neutral colors. To make sure your clothes go well together, plan to have 2-3 of the following basic colors in your wardrobe:
- classic colors - black, white, cream, dark brown
- warm colors - beige, sand, caramel, khaki
- neutral colors - gray, dark blue, cool white.
These colors form the backbone of a capsule wardrobe, as they can be easily combined with each other. Tip - combine compatible colors, for example, black + white + gray will suit a modern and minimalist style, or sand + cream + navy blue will work well for a classic and warm style.
3. Choose 1–2 accent colors:
- dark red, burgundy or terracotta - elegant and suitable for autumn or an evening out
- deep blue, emerald or dark green - a sophisticated touch to your everyday outfit
- mustard yellow, cobalt or even lavender shade – for bolder stylish accents, or choose any other.
The choice of accent colors depends on your skin, eye and hair color, as well as your personal style, taste or your ideas about what suits you. Choosing accent colors in clothes and accessories in a capsule wardrobe gives your style liveliness, personality and dynamism. These colors help to stand out, emphasize the mood and diversify combinations, while keeping the number of clothes small.
4. Choose basic clothes - create your capsule wardrobe from clothes that can be combined with each other
5. Create combinations and adapt to the season. Make sure that each item of clothing can be easily combined with at least three others. Adjust your wardrobe according to the season – summer and winter capsule wardrobes are different in Latvia
Contents of a capsule wardrobe for men
- 2-3 pairs of pants (one or two more formal, one more casual) - see men's pants
- 2-3 pairs of classic jeans in different shades – check out men's jeans
- 2-3 jackets, cardigans or cardigans in different basic colors (for example, black, navy blue and khaki) - see men's jackets and blazers
- 3-4 shirts in different basic colors - see men's shirts
- 1-2 accent color shirts - view men's shirts
- 2-3 T-shirts in neutral colors - see men's T-shirts
- 1-2 T-shirts in neutral colors - see men's T-shirts
- accent color belt or tie - view men's accessories
- 1 classic shoe and 1 more casual shoe
It's important to choose clothing that is both functional and matches your personal style - check out the men's clothing collection
Contents of a capsule wardrobe for women
- 2-3 dresses in different basic colors (one for everyday wear, one for the office, one for formal wear) - view dresses
- 1-2 accent color dresses - view dresses
- 1-2 jackets, cardigans or cardigans in basic colors - see jackets, cardigans and cardigans
- 1 blazer, cardigan or jacket in an accent color - see blazers, cardigans and jackets
- 3-4 tops, T-shirts or blouses in neutral basic colors - see tops and blouses
- 1-2 T-shirts or blouses in accent colors - combine with neutral pants or jeans , check out tops and blouses
- 2-3 pairs of classic trousers - see women's trousers
- 2-3 pairs of jeans - see women's jeans
- an accent color scarf or shawl, a colorful bag or backpack, jewelry or sunglasses that attract attention
- 2–3 pairs of shoes (low heels, high heels and more sporty)
It’s important that each piece complements the others and is suitable for different occasions. Check out our current women’s collection or men’s collection, where you’ll also find clothes in bold colors. This way you keep the simplicity of your capsule wardrobe, but at the same time make each outfit unique and expressive.
In conclusion
A capsule wardrobe will help you create a clean, simple, tasteful and stylish wardrobe that adapts to your everyday needs. A capsule wardrobe is not just about fashion – it’s a lifestyle choice. It’s about simplifying your everyday life while looking good, feeling confident and being sustainable. It’s a choice that brings order not only to your closet, but also to your mind.
We invite you to create your own capsule wardrobe with the help of Bikšu Bāze! Browse our women's collection and men's collection to find the perfect quality basics for your style.