How to Create Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe in 2023

Fashion changes every season, bringing an opportunity to get creative with your clothes and accessories. A summer capsule wardrobe is a great way to be fashionable and more sustainable. Never done one before? Don’t worry; we will help you plan a wardrobe for summer with just a few selected items. The intention is to choose specific clothing and accessories that will be easily interchangeable. This gives you a variety of looks that will end the dreadful “what shall I wear” scenario, from beach outfit ideas to the latest summer bag trends.

The Benefits Of Streamlining Your Summer Outfits

The idea of creating a summer capsule wardrobe isn’t new, it’s been around since the 70s. However, it’s an exciting concept that ticks the boxes for those who love fashion but also want to be more sustainable with money and space. Having a set number of items you can mix and match means you’re not randomly buying a one-off piece of clothing that goes with nothing else.

Building Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe

The thing about creating any capsule wardrobe is not to overdo it. It’s all about “less is more”. Follow our simple guidelines, and you’ll have plenty of great choices in what to wear for every occasion, plus on-trend streamlined outfits for a winter, spring, summer or autumn capsule wardrobe.

The Basics Of Your Summer Outfits

• There are no hard and fast rules for curating your summer capsule wardrobe. Check out our suggestions below to begin building your selections.
• While streamlining your look, check for clothing and accessories you love, like our fabulous trending sunglasses, shoes, sandals, belts, jewellery and bags.
• Make sure your choices are also comfortable to wear, good quality, fit well, and are timeless items.
• Set your budget. Remember that high-quality items will last longer through more seasons and still look great.

Step-By-Step Guide To Women's Summer Capsule Wardrobe

1. Your first step in creating your minimalist summer wardrobe is to go through your current wardrobe. Then, recycle and donate those pieces you either don’t like or don’t wear anymore. The clothing that’s left can then be easily divided into seasonal wear.
2. Put your jumpers and heavier clothing to one side.
3. Then, take a good look at the remaining clothes and ask yourself if they’re functional or versatile.
   • Functional items are useful, practical, and fit with your current lifestyle.
   • Versatile items are the ones you can wear in numerous combinations for different occasions. Remember, to try the new swimwear trend and wear an upside-down bikini.
4. Decide how many items you want to have available. For a minimalist summer wardrobe, 9-12 items will be enough.
5. For those who want more choice or are looking to create both a casual and a summer work capsule wardrobe, 30-40 items should be enough.
6. Start with a few basics to create the foundation of your wardrobe and grow from there. Colours can vary as to your taste but keeping them neutral helps to easily pair them with one another, creating a variety of outfits.
7. White and black work with nearly every colour but don't forget to add something to make the outfit pop. Accessories help with this, so you can coordinate with a bag, belt, shoes or some fun jewellery.
8. If you’re looking for a soft summer capsule wardrobe, you want to add items with colours like off-white, dark greys or cool taupe shades rather than the harsher black and white.

Find Functional & Versatile Items At NA-KD

1. T-shirts 

T-shirts can be worn as a French tuck with trousers, shorts and skirts or tied at the front for a more casual look. They can also be worn loose over dresses or swimwear—a great versatile item that works well with several outfits.

2. Tank Tops & Singlets

Choose a selection of tank tops or singlets in your colour palette range and dress them up or down to suit the occasion. These also fit nicely into a travel wardrobe capsule for summer.

3. Shorts

A pair of denim shorts are essential in any wardrobe, especially for a summer holiday capsule wardrobe. Even with unpredictable weather, you’ll get plenty of wear out of these. Also, consider some dressy light-coloured shorts. Mix and match these with your shirts, tank top, blazer and some fabulous sandals for this summer.

4. Trousers 

You’ll get plenty of wear from slim straight jeans in a neutral colour like white, off-white or cream. Wearing these with beach sandals, heels or sneakers instantly changes the vibe of your outfit.

5. Dresses

For summer, you need a soft, lightweight fabric to feel cool in. A loose, floaty dress looks fabulous and can be dressed up or down with a lightweight jacket or cardigan and your choice of shoes. Also, look for dresses that can double up for work or play, depending on how you accessorise them.

Now that you are ready to do your summer capsule wardrobe, don’t forget to check our guideline on how to build a spring capsule wardrobe in 2023 as well!