Tag Archives: Capsule wardrobe

How To Create A Capsule Wardrobe For The Rest of Winter

ALWAYS IN STYLE

Make sure to turn your Ad Blocker off so you can shop this page!

Everyone is constantly looking for a capsule wardrobe how to in the hopes that that will be the means and ends of their wardrobe. I have a different approach to the need for a capsule wardrobe. Personal style is so much more than your favourite black turtleneck and jeans but your closet would be incomplete without those pieces, right? I believe that a capsule wardrobe is a solid foundation that you need before you can build up the fashionista wardrobe of your dreams (Even the best wardrobes on the Coveteur have these basics, I can assure you). So before you grab the animal print, grab these first.

So, what makes the perfect winter capsule wardrobe? If you’re looking for the perfect pieces you can always fall back on, I’ve curated the very best of the basics to make sure your never short of an outfit idea this season. Remember, The Silk Sneaker Capsule Wardrobe Edit is the basis any woman needs to be eternally stylish so if you don’t have one of these pieces I would add it to cart before you go for that trendy leopard print blouse or teddy coat. You can mix and match these pieces with each other, or with your latest trendy addition.

The Turtleneck

If you don’t have a basic set of turtlenecks in black, navy and white, then you better get started with that!

The Sweater

Go for plain colours that work with everything. Think neutrals like brown, black and white first and then add in a colour like baby pink or pistachio.

The Trousers

Remember, this is the basic winter wardrobe so you need a pair of beige and black trousers. Something high waisted is always in style and works for anything.

The Jeans

Dark blue jeans, black jeans and one pair of light mom jeans.

The Skirts

I think a slip skirt is a must-have for any season because its the perfect piece. Don’t forget to add in a black skirt and one winter pattern like plaid or houndstooth. Timeless.

The Boots

One pair of ankles, one pair of over the knee. Remember, invest in good accessories and they will last you a lifetime.

Is your capsule wardrobe ready?

Never Miss A Post! Click here to Follow me on Bloglovin

3 Steps To Find Your Personal Style Before 2019

STYLE SPEAKS VOLUMES

This post contains affiliate links however this does not affect you in any way or form.

Photos by Alise Jane

A question I’ve been getting a lot recently is how to define your personal style. When I began my journey as a fashion blogger and started The Silk Sneaker, I don’t think I really had a personal style. I had a sense of what I liked and didn’t like but as I delved further into the world of fashion (and let’s be real, Pinterest) I felt like I was finding my way. As we are almost ready to say goodbye to 2018 and hello to a fresh new year, I sat down to reflect on my journey so far, and how I came to find my personal style so that you can too. After all this time, I am finally able to understand my sense of fashion and really define what my personal style is; laidback luxury as I’ve called it so many times now. There was honestly no massive moment that made it all click for me. Instead, I found that as time went on, I started to gravitate towards pieces that made me feel confident in my own skin and when I wore them, not only did I feel amazing, but I got the best reactions too. It was all a feeling.

1. Understand what suits you
I think that the first step to finding your personal style is to understand what suits your body shape and type. A lot of my followers are petite like me and love to ask me for more specific advice for petite girls, others are taller but know that they can adapt my outfits to suit them. It’s all about understanding what shapes and silhouettes enhance your body.

2. Have good basics
Once you’ve understood what suits you, which is the core of your personal style, start to build up on the basics. For me, I love to stick to classics like blazers, silk pieces, t-shirts, turtlenecks and denim and then look to add a personal touch to them. Whether it’s embellishments, statement accessories or just different colours and patterns, your preferences will start to form and your personal style will become more and more obvious. For example, I talk about one of my favourite winter uniforms here but how I make it look different every single time.

3. Don’t be constrained by labels.
You might be tempted to describe your style as “girly” or “edgy” but a majority of the time you’ll find that you can be more than one. I love contrasts, I like to mix casual with luxury, girly with sleek, classic with trendy. What I realised was that by trying to fill only one box, I was missing out on a whole other aspect of my style, the part that made me unique. Forget the labels and go with your instinct.

If there are any other words of advice I can leave you with, it’s wear whatever you choose with confidence, because confidence speaks louder than words. Comment below with your style journey.

Click for Links

& Other Stories Varsity Knit (similar)

Vinyl Track Pants (similar)

Black Fedora (similar)

Chanel Heels

Personal style is all about an instinct, a feeling.

Get My Look

Click for Links

& Other Stories Varsity Knit (similar)

Vinyl Track Pants (similar)

Black Fedora (similar)

Chanel Heels

Never Miss A Post! Click here to Follow me on Bloglovin

Creating the Perfect Wardrobe for 2017: January

January

must-haves

What is the “capsule wardrobe” ? Needless to say, it is a bit of an enigma. What I seem unable to grasp most about this concept, is the “one size, fits all” approach. How can that be so? How can we create a capsule wardrobe that works for everyone when we all have our own sense of fashion and style? What is fashion if it is not a way to express ourselves? Granted, the white tee shirt and the black pants are always a must-have (Yes, no matter who you are, you have to own certain things…) but what about the rest of it? In the spirit of #NewYearNewYou, I’m calling for a new capsule wardrobe, one that has all the basics – your striped breton sweater, your perfect LBD and LBW – but one that also incorporates all those other pieces

The ones that are classics with a twist, the ones that tug at your heart strings because you know you’ll wear them forever and ever. It’s about that piece that will be your classic. I’m kicking off 2017 wishing for all these beautiful pieces for my perfect capsule wardrobe of the year. If none of these tickle your fashion fancy, then scroll down for a little surprise! Farfetch has created a widget just for you, which creates a personalised capsule wardrobe based completely on your style. All you have to do is answer a few quick questions and Voila! Let’s make 2017 your most stylish year yet!

Cover images via Pinterest

Theory Jumper, farfetch.com

Seeme Small Heart Bracelet, farfetch.com

Misguided Ribbed Flare Sleeve Jumper, misguided.co.uk

The Red Mary Janes

A solid pair of heels will get you far, but 2017 seems like the year of the red shoe. The perfect way to add a little bit of a statement to your everyday shirt and jeans combination. A pop of colour will take you as far as the perfect capsule wardrobe! Try these for a start!

Gianvito Rossi, farfetch.com

Topshop Black Blazer, topshop.com

Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini, farfetch.com

Anya Hindmarch Sneakers, farfetch.com

Diane Von Furstenberg, farfetch.com

Black slip dress, revolve.com

The Pin Stripe Trousers

A good pair of trousers will take you far, but a good pair of pin stripe trousers will take you even further! An easy way to add some off duty chic to any occasion – Paired with a pussy bow blouse or even just a white tee shirt and some red pumps (see above!) and you have a winner of an outfit!

Max Mara, farfetch.com

Topshop Knit dress, topshop.com

White Meadow Dress, revolve.com

Isabel Marant Etoile Skirt, farfetch.com

Grey embroidered hoodie, reformation.com

Topshop Faux Leather Pants, topshop.com

The Not So White Shirt

Lounge wear is now everyday chic so if you’re looking for something that is different than your white shirt but still as much of a classic, then this is the one for you! If you are still looking for a good white shirt though, this one has a fab fit and this one is gorgeous and on sale!

Cityshop Satin Shirt (on sale!), farfetch.com