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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: My capsule test (long) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:29:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php cheryl on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1324449 Wed, 06 Aug 2014 03:45:02 +0000 cheryl 1324449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is a fantastic post. I think it's wonderful that only eight days in and you have already learned some valuable lessons. I also love that you are being flexible with changing things out. Can't wait to read more about this experiment. Aida on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1324274 Wed, 06 Aug 2014 00:24:00 +0000 Aida 1324274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great exercise Denise, I'm sure that you'll gain further clarity about your wardrobe needs even if this is something you've done similarly in the past. Very interesting to read such profound insights, a mere 8 days in. And I'm glad you left yourself room to substitute, because you'll definitely gain far more valuable insight that way. If you have photos of them, I'd also be curious to see more of what you ended up wearing throughout the experiment. Your casual outfits, in particular, always manage to have just the right amount of interest even though they're ultra caz. (Hah Rachy I had the same thought about how well laid out those original posts are! Truly, very digestible.) amiable on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1324072 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 21:14:10 +0000 amiable 1324072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a great exercise - I realize that I'm doing almost the same thing, just coming at it from a different angle perhaps.  I hope that what I end up with is a capsule like you describe, and a good understanding of my actual wardrobe uses and needs.   I'm following with great interest! merwoman on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1324021 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 20:28:03 +0000 merwoman 1324021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am truly inspired by your analysis! Your post (from 2 yrs ago?) was the catalyst for me to analyse  my lifestyle, and determine my own lifestyle breakdown/ratios.  I'm sure you have saved me millions of dollars (don't get too excited - we are talking CDN dollars) okay maybe, not millions, but you have helped me be far more pragmatic when I shop.  A long overdue heartfelt thank you! I'm very keen to see the outcome of your current exercise. Vicki on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323954 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:27:53 +0000 Vicki 1323954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Eye-opener!  Denise, I loved your post and have never heard of un-fancy.com so I'm thrilled that you shared your long hard work, along with the link.  I'm fascinated by this, because you share a common theme that one can be overwhelmed with too many choices rather than truly appreciating those pieces that bring wearable pleasure, especially when you can trim the weeds or simply let other favorites rest in storage for a while. Thank you for sharing the essentials of how you pared down and with what items.  It's brilliant and doable and your smart casual outfit, in #2, is simply gorgeous. I spent a lot of time, this morning, looking at the website and it's inspiring, as is your thread here. Anonymous on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323942 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:08:32 +0000 Anonymous 1323942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is really well thought out Denise. Nicely planned and easy (for me) to follow too :). I see you've already tweeked things slightly and are seeing areas that need  slight re-thinks. I look forward to more posts and thoughts on your capsule. Gracie on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323937 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 18:58:40 +0000 Gracie 1323937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Very inspiring analysis, thanks Cocolion!  I'm also mulling my real lifestyle clothing percentage vs what is not getting worn. One thing I have taken action on is shifting "down" two sections:  I started to wear some of my "dressy/casual event" items to work (I'm lucky I can do that), like dresses, nice tops, high heel sandals and dressy slacks. Also started to shift some "casual/errands" items to home wear, so the look at home got upgraded. I now have to isolate the rarely-worn items and take them to consignment. I've also try to create events to wear my nicer clothes – outings with DH, or dinners out with friends... thing is... it can get expensive!  :) I'll be following your updates with interest. rachylou on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323917 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 18:35:07 +0000 rachylou 1323917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ok, first off, Denise, the technical writer in me loves the presentation of your starting post. Very very *digestible.* Lol. But I think I could repeat your test and evaluate my own wardrobe. Second, so interesting your insights. Take the Walmart shorts. That strikes a chord for me. Foundation pieces, if you will, that cease to work as foundation pieces for any number of reasons - like the manufacturing changes, they get discontinued, etc. etc. I may be facing this with my long-sleeve tissue tees. Mo on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323875 Tue, 05 Aug 2014 17:33:42 +0000 Mo 1323875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I wanted to add, that keeping this post in mind, I am going to really try and keep my focus on buying casual that's stylish. When my $80 tee arrived today I was starting to question it's value.  But I know its Cost Per Wear will be much better than any dressy tops I've bought this year.  Somehow mentally it's easier to spend on a soft button front.  It's easy to start letting the smart casual (or what I call dressy casual) capsule swell because it's more fun to buy.  Also, I aim to wear closer to smart casual out and about more often, and not just default to casual for grocery runs or whatnot.   E on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323104 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 18:00:58 +0000 E 1323104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It can't hurt to try it & see if you feel comfortable or not. (I personally use aprons when I'm doing messier stuff, but I don't live in a ranch, so my messy stuff is in the kitchen.) I'm sure there are other forum members who wear their nice stuff at home, although no specific name is coming to mind now. Suz has an at-home capsule that's mainly jeans with smart casual tops, I think (in the cooler months). Keturah on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1323067 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 17:04:51 +0000 Keturah 1323067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well score 10 for your fall capsule wardrobe challenge!!! This is illuminating. Count me as another girl who more often buys for her dream life. I do wear my dream clothes some, especially with fall/winter clothes. And the boho in me just loves gorgeous fabrics. It works. But I did find myself wearing far more casual styles (for me anyway) this summer than I have before. I like how simple but informative this exercise was. Yahoo! Did you post this thread's link to the fall capsule challenge thread? (I am headed over there. Have been sick all weekend and am just catching up .) massive insight and work here, Coco! Aaaaaand....love your example outfits! You are gorgeous. xo Mia on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322987 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:51:48 +0000 Mia 1322987@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Following with interest. I tried something like this and found HUGE discrepancy in what I liked to buy and what I actually wore. I am impressed with your organization and love seeing the sample outfits. Carole on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322982 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:48:27 +0000 Carole 1322982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I keep hoping to try a similar exercise soon...I'm thinking for fall and will be following you along in your experiment. Thanks for sharing your hard work with us! jackiec on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322974 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:35:38 +0000 jackiec 1322974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fantastic exercise and I am also learning along with you. I also live a mainly casual lifestyle as a SAHM and have a tendency to buy for my imaginary lifestyle. Although I've done a lot of purging over the past year or two, I've also done some buying. This weekend I bought the Stylebook app and spent a couple of days taking pics of my wardrobe (still not done!). I don't know if I'll actually use the app, but the exercise alone of taking each piece out to photograph has been very useful and eye-opening. Same idea as writing it out (as you have) but more visual. I will be following your progress. Thanks for sharing Missey on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322972 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:34:32 +0000 Missey 1322972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Denise- I love this post because I am at a point where I am really trying to streamline my wardrobe.  As an RN I am in scrubs half the week, the other half of the week I am usually doing "dailys", which around here amounts to yard work, dog walking, family time, etc.  My wardrobe, when looking at it, can be very fantasy based.  Apparently I think I am a classically dressed, well heeled business woman by day and a funky trendsetter who goes clubbing by night.  I am neither of those things; I'm just not as fancy as I think I am.   I live in a smallish town in central MN.  We are considering moving out of town to a lake property, which means my life will be even more casual.  I need to create a wardrobe that is more congruent with my life. To this end, I have been purchasing more funky casual pieces: cool jeans, booties, interesting and well made tees and tops, and tennies.  These pieces are more "me" an are seeing use.  What am I getting rid of?  Dress pants, fancy footwear, lots of dresses.  I very occasionally have to dress business casual so I did save a couple pairs of impeccable trousers and lovely tops.  Jeez- what a process!  So while watching your paint dry, I am painting my own closet too ;)  Thanks for the updates an analyses, it actually is interesting! Angie on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322954 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:20:01 +0000 Angie 1322954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *applause* You are doing SO well, Denise. And forgoing stuff that is just not practical for your lifestyle is a good thing. I love to wear sleeveless tops - but I just don't have the climate for the style.  Beth Ann on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322953 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:19:15 +0000 Beth Ann 1322953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well done, Denise!  One of the things I liked best was seeing your work outfits.  A little care to choice of necklace, the cool, but practical footwear, and the carefully rolled cuffs, makes it a cut above.  I think your on the right track to a wardrobe that gives the right amount of freedom and choice without overwhelming! texstyle on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322939 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:04:38 +0000 texstyle 1322939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've been spending a lot more time editing  too so I really appreciate this post and your thoughts and observations cocolion - and everyone else too. I think I've been trying to do more of what E said and wear my smart casual items at home too. I do go out to the post office and bank and grocery store after all so why not look decent when I do that?  Of course I try not to buy too many high end smart casual items to begin with. But silk/cotton shirts are now everyday type items for me where as a year or so ago I wouldn't have worn those to work at home. I've been "shopping" my holding zone recently and chose a button down for fall that is a nice pattern blend of deep russet reds and autumn tones. Not sure why I didn't think it worked last year but suddenly (maybe it's having a tan?) it seems right again. And fits wonderfully. I also chose a pair of flared jeans I thought I was done with, but realized maybe they'd work with my ankle boots this fall. Two "new" items for this fall with no $$ spent. ironkurtin on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322914 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 12:52:57 +0000 ironkurtin 1322914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Rock on, sister! I'll be reading!  (And chewing my nails wondering what it means for me...) Janet on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322911 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 12:40:26 +0000 Janet 1322911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Denise, this is great, and I'm enjoying following your process too. I've been editing, but also added a bunch of F/W from NAS. As I evaluate whether an item is still useful to me (hello, velvet blazers and bodycon dresses), I need to do a better job of taking into account my lifestyle and activities and how much (or how little) I actually dress "up" for what I do. I definitely make more of an effort to wear my smart casual now than I did four years ago when I stayed home to work every day. I could wear sweats and tees to the studio every day and no one would care, but I feel better wearing my fab clothes. I spent a little time looking at un-fancy last night and the exercises intrigue me, even though I doubt I'll do a capsule exercise restricting myself to 30-something pieces for 30-something days (although you never know). I do extremely casual capsule dressing when I go to the TX ranch or when I take photo trips, so I actually would rather use as much of my closet as I can when I'm at home! Thanks for sharing this with us. I look forward to reading more! unfrumped on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322904 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 12:13:32 +0000 unfrumped 1322904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I live your plan. Learning along with you. I think this happens a lot. The fun occasions allow more creativity and trends so I tend to overstock that area. You may find you can overlap more between smart and smartest casual, keep it leaner but update more often. Im learning that if i have just a few go- to outfits for going out , I'm happy to repeat, since my " events" aren't even weekly( maybe should do something about that!). Probably aren't going to wear heels on the ranch, but maybe can use Sporty Luxe style to your advantage. I also learned that I'll mentally plan a dressier outfit for church or for going out and then tend to reach for something more casual at the final minute. So either it's still too imaginary or it's too fussy somehow, or something. Anonymous on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322869 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 09:36:33 +0000 Anonymous 1322869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ CocoLion -- I adore your capsule.  It makes so much sense.  I will look forward to follow on posts.   Readings the posts, there are a couple of things to which I relate.  First, my cloths are somewhat off balance based on (1) weekly activities, and (2) climate.  I tend to buy almost exclusively for work when work only makes up 35 - 40 percent of my week. I am working hard to overcome this and was marginally successful these past few months.  I also tend to buy for Fall/Winter because I love those types of clothes.  Yet, Spring/Summer dominate in my climate.   I seriously need to revamp my buying habits. Thank so much for posting.   Alexandra on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long/page/2#post-1322862 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 09:02:40 +0000 Alexandra 1322862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Very interesting exercise! I am impressed with how much thought you're putting into it. I struggle with casual clothing so I am hoping to learn from your analysis and insights. Caro in Oz on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322860 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 08:48:22 +0000 Caro in Oz 1322860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Did I really write that? Well something must have sunk in since I joined YLF because my dressy capsule is the smallest it has ever been & I have casual clothes I love. The impulse to buy dressier clothes in fragile fabric will never leave me, I blame my boho side. CocoLion on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322844 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 07:19:16 +0000 CocoLion 1322844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Jenanded!  Good question.  I don't have a closet, rather 3 metal racks in a room.  I put some things in a plastic bin.  The rest is hanging on a section of one of the metal racks.  I am allowing myself substitutions, as long as I stick with 34 items in what's amounting to a 37 day period.  Does that make sense?  So for example, I may choose to substitute an unworn capsule item with something else, if I learn my initial choice was not useful.  This teaches me about which items have more or less value in my closet, making it easier to edit the closet. Everything else is in view, but pushed to another corner.  I suppose I could hang a sheet over the rest of the stuff to reduce visual stimuli?  So far I am ok with seeing it all, as I just turn to that section of the rack that is designated for this capsule test/self-challenge. jenanded on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322840 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 07:11:23 +0000 jenanded 1322840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow Denise - I love the way you honed right in on lifestyle/uniforms etc etc... Your outfits look great and I look forward to hearing your reflections on how it is going... BTW, did you pack your other things away or are they in another closet so you can cherry pick as needed? CocoLion on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322839 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 07:09:29 +0000 CocoLion 1322839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Angie -- I keep thinking about your experience with sleeveless tops in Seattle, when you say "coming to grips with lifestyle reality."  You got real about how you always feel the cold, and how these tops would hang unworn.  I always think about this when I think about "what's my reality?"   Sharan -- Thanks and glad this has some meaning for you! MsMary -- Normally I don't like to be analytical about fashion either!  But my "wardrobe life was becoming unmanageable" so I knew I had to do something about it.  (A little odd reference in there to friends of Bill W…) Deborah -- To me you have MUCH greater need for smart pieces in your wardrobe than I do.  But I do understand how when everyone around you is casual, you need to be somewhat adaptive.  I've been thinking that footwear really casualizes an outfit (as well as can dress it up).  Since you don't do denim that much (my way to look like I fit in my environment), have you thought of doing some of your looks with sneakers?  Or is that not "you."  Ultimately, being true to yourself is more important than conforming, as long as you're comfortable. DonnaF -- I have thought before of having a second pair of Sanitas to rotate.  So you're saying it's not only good for the shoes to have a break, it's also good for your feet to have a change?  Even if it's the exact same style of shoe? Karymk -- You are hilarious and you make me blush!  I'm not the pretty one in the family, it's my sister, or was my sister.  But I got the better figure.  I have never thought of having much in the face department, but thank you!  And yes, putting up my hair gives me a neck and a bit more in the shoulder area, I never thought of that but you are so right! Claire -- I am thrilled that you have responded.  You are the master of the capsule.  I did try this as a capsule "test."  Just so it would be ok to learn and switch out.  I'm going to try it for 2, maybe three months.  A capsule test each month.  I hope I stick with it, ha ha. JoyceB -- I'm thrilled that you'll be following! Adelfa -- Please share your process.  What are you learning?  If you start a thread, please PM me as I miss a lot of forum content! frannieb -- I used un-fancy's <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/free-wardrobe-planner/">free wardrobe planner</a> to help me do a lifestyle assessment.  I thought her <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.un-fancy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/unfancy_example.jpg">example</a> helped me a lot. Shevia -- Great question (is there a way to bring your smart casual clothes more into your lifestyle).  I do think August is the worst month for any smart casual dressing.  It's the last crazy busy month of the year at our seasonally-driven restaurant.  So I'm all about work-rest-work-rest.    In September, I have approx. 10 smart casual requirements, as well as some downright fancy dressing occasion planned.  So that is a full month.  October is not as full.  Maybe I need to plan more interesting activities?  What a concept. Marley -- I didn't know you were going through a similar process.  Have you shared your musings anywhere?  Hint-hint. Alana -- You have asked so many great questions in your threads.  It was your thread about "what is the 10 item wardrobe" that got me thinking about this in the first place. AJ -- Another reader of un-fancy!  I think she's a smart young woman, and admire her process and thinking.  Oddly I have less shoe purging to do than clothing.  Even though I feel like I'm always shopping for footwear, I return a lot due to my hard-to-fit feet.  I'm way easier to fit in clothing, could be part of my problem! Una -- Only in doing this capsule exercise am I coming to appreciate my level of duplication.  And I am so good at parsing!  Not words, but jeans.  As in, these skinny jeans have a low rise … these have thigh fading … these have a  higher rise… these have flap back pockets … these are full length … these are ankle length, etc.  To me they are all different, but to the observer, they all read "dark slim jean." CocoLion on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322835 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 06:26:52 +0000 CocoLion 1322835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sorry for posting an running.  I know I do it a lot!  We had a cooler day today, below 90, with a beautiful sunset, and I was in a good mood. I am shocked that so many of you found this interesting!  I was afraid it would be like watching someone else's paint dry (watching your own being far more interesting). Suzq -- Prints -- I get you!  I have a very limited print collection because so many of them did become orphans!  I stick with stripes mostly, which make me happy. Anna -- I know you too face realities, with a uniform to wear.  You inspire me however because you actually have the lifestyle to demand a more complex wardrobe.  My lifestyle is er…. quite uneventful.  Maybe I need to do something about that.  Also, I feel that when one lives in a city, just going to Starbucks merits a smart casual dressing opportunity.  It's just not the same on a ranch. Mo -- you are my inspiration in the "getting real" department.  I have over-shopped not for my imaginary lifestyle, but my extremely occasional lifestyle.Starting in September I have 4-5 weeks scheduled in either SF or LA, so that is something, but still it is 1/12 of the year not 7/12 which is the size of my smart casual wardrobe. Marin -- I think an honest wardrobe assessment is where it all starts.  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-analytical-wardrobe-epiphany">I did something like this 2 years ago</a>, but basically ignored my "findings."  (OMG!  I just re-read this 2 year-old thread - it says 1 year ago but I remember doing this August 2012 -- I have a memory for dates LOL.  I am embarrassed because I am exactly in the same place I was 2 years ago only with a bigger wardrobe!  I certainly hope by capsulizing, WEARING, then editing my wardrobe I will have an easier time solving this 1st world crisis!) E -- What a great idea!  To wear my smart casual clothes in my home.  Doesn't another forum member do this?  And my grandmother, who grew up on the family ranch, wore a dress and heels every single day.  I have to think about this.  Maybe I could try it a few times, as an experiment, to see how it feels? ABC -- Living out of a suitcase is the ultimate in capsule dressing.  In my past life, I travelled a lot.  Maybe that's why I didn't find it difficult making a 34-day capsule; it was like packing for a long trip.  I think a 3 month seasonal capsule feels much more daunting.  But baby steps, right? Caro in Oz -- I am going to quote you from 2 years ago: My suggestions - work out a minimum number of clothes/outfits you need to keep you happy in the dressy category & do the one in one out on this section. This will force you to be really picky when you buy something new. The other thing is to try to buy items that can bridge more than one category e.g. washable silk tees rather than cotton ones or funky flat shoes rather than heels. Good luck!!! I sense I may (finally) be going there:  determining exactly how many smart casual or dressy occasions I have each season and come up with a wardrobe I love.  This will allow me to get exactly what I want and love, and to project the image I really want.  Rather than diluting my efforts with a much bigger wardrobe. Vix -- Thanks for the nod to the color scheme!  You know I am still very intimidated by color… more baby steps.  I'm like you I think:  I dislike things to languish unworn.  One of the reasons I had to stop buying F/W clothes from NAS.  If something, even if it's good, hangs unworn for a few months, it becomes a pariah and I either return or consign.  Still, this has not been enough to stop my wardrobe from multiplying. Your suggestion to consign a good section of my smart casual wardrobe and then develop a small seasonal capsule -- basically refreshed frequently -- has given me a lot to think about.  Smart strategy I say! catgirl on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322830 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 06:22:01 +0000 catgirl 1322830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ How fascinating.  I feel like I repeat incessantly - I just realized how many black tops and jackets I have and need to pare down.  It's really silly because although I know the difference, to everyone else I'm probably wearing the same boring formula of black, black, black.  Sigh.  Keep us posted! AJ on "My capsule test (long)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-capsule-test-long#post-1322803 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 05:27:45 +0000 AJ 1322803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have recently started reading un-fancy and into-mind. Those two sites and all the forum talk here about wardrobe numbers got me to pair down my shoes. I have yet to tackle the clothes. I like that you are testing the capsule wardrobe a month at a time. It seems like it would be easier to break down your lifestyle and activities in small, one month chunks. I'm very intrigued and look forward to your capsule updates!