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Closet Remix: 30 Days of Outfits | Capsule Wardrobe Re-Cap

July 9, 2016 By Suzanne

This post may contain affiliate links which means if you click through and buy I may receive a very small commission at no cost to you. Items listed as c/o were gifted within the last 12 months. As always, all opinions and selections are my own. Read more on affiliate links in my disclosure policy here. 

If you’ve been following along, you know back in June, I created a Casual Summer Capsule Wardrobe, to make getting ready for the everyday, easier. Mid-June, I shared 15 casual, everyday outfits, created by remixing 35 pieces from my Casual Capsule (HERE). New to the idea of a capsule wardrobe, or have no idea what I am talking about? Click on over the full post, HERE, and get caught up.

Here’s a look at what I wore, the 2nd half of June:

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

And a recap from the first 15 days of the Capsule Wardrobe experiment:

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

Whew!

There you go, that’s 30 outfits total!

This experiment has been super fun, and enlightening. Getting dressed, for everyday activities, has never been so easy.


As the month went on, I made a few tweaks to my capsule.

Returned:

(2) bottoms back to the store, that I found I was not gravitating toward (and my kids said I could do better).

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix: What I Wore

Added:

(1) Marc Jacobs utility skirt (ThredUp)

(1) Enza Costa Denim Maxi Skirt | HERE

Update on the skirts:

The long maxi was a big miss, so back to Nordstrom it went:

Enzo Costa Maxi Skirt Reviewed

The Marc Jacobs is a great skirt, but more of a fall weight piece. Based on how much I have worn my Free People tan skirt this past month, it’s a keeper.

#secondhandfirst #thredup

Under $50.00 over at ThredUp, I’m thinking I will pair it with a heavier weight top, and bootie or boots, this coming Fall/Winter.

So what pieces, were my workhorse items?

This was a surprise for me. If you asked me at the beginning of this experiment, what items I would wear the most – it would not have been the following:

Summer Capsule Wardrobe Remix | 30 Days of Outfits

Right side bar, top to bottom: Anthropologie Maeve pattern maxi (last summer) | Rag and Bone cold shoulder tee (link below) and Eric Javits fedora HERE | T-bags maxi dress. Read more on T-bags in the full post HERE | Joie black and white stripe midi dress (older style) Similar HERE | Free People frayed bottom skirt and Joie Aruna silk top. Similar HERE and HERE and in 5 prints over at Last Call HERE

 My favorite purchase this month?

Outfit Ideas Over 40: How to remix your closet

I love THIS tee from Rag and Bone – mostly for the fit. Shows some shoulder – but isn’t sloppy like many are (which includes one hanging in my closet from Velvet. It’s the stripe tee in the photos above. I like it for what it is, but this black tee is more polished – and no bra reveal). This faux wrap skirt is now under $50.00 over at Anthropologie, HERE. Paired with my Dolce Vita Lace-up sandals – also now on sale HERE. The ‘Linsey’ is also available on sale over at Bloomingdales. 

I also love these slides from over at J Crew:

J Crew Newbark SLide

Newbark Roma Slide | Was $360.00, now $199.90 plus an additional 40% 0ff | HERE

With a comfortable footbed, for me these ran true to size.  I wouldn’t wear them touring for the day, but for around town, I wore them all day long and found them to be comfortable. They do flip-flop like a thong sandal – just in case that happens to bug you.

Promo Code: SaleTime

Anyone else trying out the idea of a capsule wardrobe?

How about a partial capsule, where you only apply the concept to your packing strategy, or season?

Do you have a favorite, from the 30 outfits above?

Questions or comments, drop ’em down below! I respond to all comments, so fire away!

Last, a BIG thank you to my kids, who patiently took all these photos for me over the course of the month!

XOXO

Suzanne

PS Don’t forget the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access begins next week. Card Holders can shop starting 7/14. My favorites, from the hot off the press Sale catalog will be up on the blog next week!

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  1. Andrea@WellnessNotes says

    July 14, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    I love all the outfits in your capsule wardrobe! Your kids did a great job taking your photos! 🙂

    by putting together and testing out a travel wardrobe weeks ago, I have been getting dressed with a modified capsule wardrobe for weeks now, and I love it. It truly makes getting dressed so much easier. It has also kept me from buying new items as I’m much more picky and always think if items will truly work with what’s in my closet. Sometimes less is truly more!

    I love your cold shoulder top and was going to get it when you showed it weeks ago. Sadly it looks like it’s now not available in black anymore…

    • Suzanne says

      July 15, 2016 at 1:45 pm

      Thank you Andrea! I am giving them a break for a few days – they are off the hook! Bummer that the top is sold out..did you try other sites besides Nordstrom? I just had it on again today, its one of my favorite pieces right now. Ive been following along with your travel posts. I agree, less can be more and makes getting ready so much easier. I also realize that I am a collector and lover of style – so I will always be intrigued by fun pieces. Now I have a great selection of basics that I can grab or pack any day – and a small area for more “fun” pieces that I pick up at places like ThredUp etc. – or just along the way! I guess you could call it the area for my collectibles!
      XO
      Suzanne

  2. MsBintheBayArea.com says

    July 15, 2016 at 2:54 pm

    So many creative looks, Suzanne! I love the black off the shoulder tee and I really like the green utilty jacket with the shorts and with the boyfriend jeans. Love the straw hat….you look great in it! The striped maxi dress is adorable! Thanks again for the inspiration! I love that your kids are taking your pictures!! Too funny! Lately I’ve been doing that too now that my photographer friend is back to work full time. tell your kids they are doing a great job! Have a great weekend! April

    • Suzanne says

      July 17, 2016 at 3:16 pm

      Hi april! You just listed my fave pieces. I love that open shoulder tee, and that hat is on it’s 3rd summer and still going strong! I’ll be sure to pass the compliments on to the kids. THey are actually really great sports about it and we have many laughs and bloopers along the way! Xo

  3. Shelbee on the Edge says

    July 17, 2016 at 8:42 am

    Suzanne, you have such fabulous style and a killer wardrobe! I always find inspiration on your blog when I am at a loss! Don’t forget to come link up with me as well On the edge of the week!

    Have a fantastic weekend!
    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com/on-the-edge-of-the-week-link-up-5-and-tee-shirt-winner/

    • Suzanne says

      July 17, 2016 at 3:13 pm

      Hi Shelbee! Thanks for stopping by and happy I can provide some outfit inspo! Just linked up, thanks for the tip and for hosing!I just Added you link up to my most recent posts! xx

      • Shelbee on the Edge says

        July 19, 2016 at 10:02 pm

        Thanks so much for linking up! I hope to see you again this Friday.

        • Suzanne says

          July 20, 2016 at 12:41 am

          YOu bet! Thank you for hosting SHELbee! xx

  4. Sheela Goh says

    July 22, 2016 at 7:01 am

    I’d grab one of those rag & bone black tops for myself any day 🙂

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