I have spoken many times about my guilty pleasure for capsule wardrobes. I have been experimenting with different capsules myself for over a year now, but I wanted to take it further, and play with the idea of a capsule wardrobe beyond what the constraints of my budget and storage will allow. That is why I have created a new Instagram account @capsulesandjournals where I will be creating capsule wardrobes and bullet journal layouts (but more on that later).
To kick off this new venture of mine, I thought I would start with a simple 10-piece capsule wardrobe for autumn. I have taken all of the pieces from the H&M website and their current autumn collection. I haven't included shoes as a part of the 10 pieces but all shoes used in the images are also from H&M and will be linked below.
I really wanted to create my dream capsule wardrobe, just to show you guys what I love to wear. Because of this, I have included a lot of yellow, and some fabulous patterns, as well as a range of items that can be styled up for nights out or styled down for evenings in.
I have created 12 exemplar outfits for you, but there are many more that can be made with this capsule, it is really versatile.
Black Boots
So, lets talk about the individual pieces.
First of all, this stripy tee is just a perfect base for this capsule. It is black and white so will go with pretty much everything, and it has the yellow accents that are a key element of this capsule. Plus a striped tee is just such a staple in everyones wardrobe and you really can't for wrong for just £6.99!
I then chose to include this lacy bodysuit because I think that it is a really easy way to dress up an outfit. This bodysuit can be worn with any of the bottoms to make a really lovely going-out outfit. Plus it can be layered so you don't get cold. It is also a very reasonable £14.99.
I love skirts, in particular midi skirts, so it was really important to me that there be at least one in this capsule. This skirt has such a lovely print (another sneaky way to add in print), and because of its dark colour can be worn with thick tights and booties the whole was through autumn so you don't freeze to the bone.
I then decided to include two pairs of trousers as that is what I wear more commonly during autumn. I have a classic pair of black slim mom jeans (I'm not a huge fan of skinny) and then a slightly more out there pair of red cord culottes style trousers. I really like both these trousers, most because they are so different but very autumnal in their own ways.
In terms of jumpers, I wanted there to be a little bit of difference so I have included a yellow cardigan which is so easy to throw over the top of anything, and a big cosy white jumper. Both of these will be really lovely to wear throughout autumn. I personally am not a big fan of massive roll necks, so I decided not to include any jumpers like that.
For the coat, I selected a simple black belted wool-blend number. It won't be particularly waterproof if the heavens open, but it should still be lovely to wear with everything else in the capsule. It is the most expensive item in the capsule, at £59.99, but you won't be complaining when the temperatures hit freezing and you're super snuggly.
I then wanted to include a couple of key statement pieces. I love a dress, and I don't see why they should go away just because the sun does. This little yellow dress is gorgeous - it can be worn on its own or in the form of a pinafore dress which I love. I have also included this lovely jumpsuit, because I love the faux-denim look of it, and I always thinks that blue sets yellow off very nicely (the sun in the sky for one example). I also think that jumpsuits are a perfect transitioning item for autumn.I hope that you enjoyed this capsule wardrobe post, and please follow my new Instagram @capsulesandjournals if you would like to see more!
See you soon!
