Summer Capsule Wardrobe for the Stay At Home Mom

While I haven't actually done a strict capsule wardrobe since the fall I do enjoy having a limited wardrobe.  What I found most helpful about having a capsule wardrobe was it really highlighted the pieces that I felt were missing. It gave me a lot of time to hunt down that perfect shoe that I felt would be a useful addition. I've carried that over to my limited wardrobe. When I think of something that I'd like to add to my wardrobe, I take my time and really look for the right style, right fit, and right color. That way, when I do finally find it, I know the purchase is well warranted.  

When doing a capsule wardrobe you need a palette of colors that are easily mixed together. Everything should be complementary to one another. I find that the main pieces should all be neutral colors with a few select pieces of color. You can bring dimension and variation to your wardrobe with textures of fabrics, interesting details and flattering cuts. As a stay at home mom, your clothes also need to serve you functionally as well. No sense in wearing 5 inch stilettos if you can't chase your toddler around the playground. I look for shoes that will stay on my feet. I gravitate towards wedges for their stability & sturdiness, and I make sure there's an ankle strap of sorts.  By simply choosing a smarter shoe to fit my needs, I'm able to wear my heels comfortably all day long, weather I'm chasing Emerson around the playground, grocery shopping or simply running errands.

Following the same philosophy of making your clothes work for you things like skirts and dresses will tend to be longer length so I can easily bend over without flashing everyone my undergarments. And pockets? Pockets can be your best friend. Comfortable and easy to care for fabrics such as knits, chiffons, rayon etc. all help my clothing work for me. Things like silk are nice, but stay hidden in my closet knowing they're dry clean only and wouldn't stand up to a PB&J shit-show. When all is said and done, there's no rule saying as a stay at home mom your wardrobe can't be fierce. What's in your summer wardrobe?

This is what my limited summer wardrobe is likely to include:

2 jackets ::: 1 cardigan ::: 1 blazer

1 long sleeved blouse ::: 1 chambray shirt 

4 sleeveless blouses ::: 5 short sleeve t-shirts

4 dresses ::: 3 pairs of denim ::: 4 skirts ::: 3 pairs of shorts

3 wedges ::: 2 sandals ::: 1 pair of sneakers ::: 1 pair of booties ::: 1 pair of heels

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