A common misconception about capsule wardrobes arises when people browse Pinterest. If you type in “capsule wardrobe,” you’ll often see images featuring classic combinations like jeans, a white blouse, a trench coat, flats, and a bag. While these pieces are frequently highlighted as essential components of capsule wardrobes, there’s a misunderstanding.
Capsule wardrobes are a visual tool demonstrating how a few foundational pieces can create multiple outfits. However, they are not personalized; only some are fond of those items. For instance, you might not like the featured pair of jeans or the trench coat, especially if they don’t flatter your body type. These visuals inspire but do not cater to individual preferences.
It’s crucial to recognize that capsule wardrobes vary greatly from person to person. They aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution that you can simply grab from Pinterest. Instead, they offer a framework to show how different pieces work together.
When I work with clients, my goal is to help them clearly envision who they want to be—the person they aspire to become in the coming years. We identify this energy through keywords, understand their lifestyle, and determine where they spend most of their time and what they truly need. As I gather this information, I also consider their body shape, what makes them feel amazing, the colors they love, and what colors work for them.
I often observe frustration caused by the desire to look a certain way, which can trap women into thinking they need to conform to a specific image. There’s no cookie-cutter solution for how you should look; it’s about dressing from the inside out by understanding who you are in this next chapter of your life.
You create a look that aligns with this new version of yourself. So, stop feeling frustrated that you don’t fit into a cookie-cutter image. The latest version of you is not one-size-fits-all; it’s about being an authentic expression of yourself. Remember, inspiration from visuals is just that—an inspiration, not a definitive guideline.