A quick reflection the first half of the capsule challenge:

-- I like a fair amount of variety, and I achieve this through color, pattern, silhouette, and proportion.
-- This is possible in a 30 item capsule, but might be more difficult if I required a greater degree of formality part of the time.
-- I rely on black, and to degree navy, to ground or anchor my outfits.
-- I like looks with an element of high contrast, but currently lack the right white and light colored items to achieve the high-contrast looks I want.
--Shoes are really difficult in rainy, muddy summer weather. No wonder everyone defaults to sneakers here! Now I remember why I've been wearing solid black sport sandals for the past decade. They're a summer shoe that can go almost anywhere and go with almost anything. I still find myself babying my newer leather shoes...