Project 333 - YouLookFab Forum

I was not happy, I Love my wardrobe, I was a careful shopper but I could't get rid of some problems: I tried to follow the trends but wore some items one or 2 times And get bored or ended feeling not so fab and gave that item away. I was having guilty issues. I noticed that I wore some outfits a lot (normally the ones I bought as an outfit), some items I wore less (the more trendy ones, the ones with patterns, flowers, brights), so I decides to work with a capsule for 3 months And see how it goes. Have you done project 333? What have you learned?
Here are my 33 items, Well, 31, but I will add 2 white t-shirts. I feel This reflects my style And I won't feel bored. If it works, for the future I will have to start work with capsules, wish me luck!

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10 years ago

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

We are always learning aren't we. Looks good, Rute. It will be VERY interesting to see if you can stick to wearing these items only for 3 months without feeling bored. I would feel very restricted doing this project - but I have a small moderately sized wardrobe to start off with, which helps make the capsules more manageable.

GOOD LUCK.

rabbit

Veteran

It looks like a great start, good items and the colors and patterns should mix and match very well. I've actually been trying to build in some of these colors (the red and white) too with the same darker neutrals so will be watching eagerly. Best of luck!

I forgot to say how WONDERFUL the mix and match ability of your capsule is, Rute - and how I LOVE the addition of the light blue. A capsule interpreted from this painting:

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Anonymous

I have done it twice before and am considering doing it again. Actually, just today, I was revisiting the vivienne files to reconstruct a hypothetical 333 wardrobe within a certain color scheme. I was trying to construct a smart casual wardrobe in navy, nuances of brown, olive, warm whites, and pops of teal. I do cheat in that I don't count outerwear or shoes, but I find that it makes me more successful in the long run.

I think your choices are vey cohesive and mix and match well.

I learned that I really don't need a lot if variety. Another important lesson I learned was that I bought a lot for a fantasy life. Even some precious real estate in one 333 cycle was stuff that was just too fancy for my life. I can't wear dresses or skirts at work, but I keep buying them because I like them. However, I only wear them once or twice a month. I finally broke down this week and made a pie chart of how I spend my time, by hour, in an average week. It was very eye opening. I spend 48% of my time at home (sleeping, lounging, doing household chores)! This makes me realize that I need to stop buying "fancy" clothes and focus on my home wardrobe.

geargirl

Active Member

It looks amazing! I have done capsules for the past year and like them a lot. I currently work with a warm weather capsule (I just switched) and a cool weather capsule. I really enjoyed working with a limited wardrobe and have downsized my wardrobe extensively. My thoughts on capsules...this is an experiment, if an event comes up and you need to pull out something from your "stored items", do it! You needn't suffer! I have a "formal capsule" and a "travel/beach capsule" I pull from when the occasion arrises. I also "test" my items, if something isn't working, I swap it out. Also, later in the season, consider adding one or two "wildcard" items (from your stored items) if you need to refresh! For example, in February, while it was still cool, I added a green cardigan and a navy blazer (from my stored items) to my "cool weather" capsule to add in an early "spring" feel. Finally, since I wear the items in my capsule so much, often they wear out! Three pairs of pants from my cool weather capsule did not make it! I chose not to replace 2 of them, but the last pair I replaced with a similar pair (my dark blue denim straight legs!)
Here is a link you might like: http://www.un-fancy.com/capsul...../year-two/
and of course YLF's Lisa:https://shoppingbrake.wordpress.com/
and Mo: https://moderatewardrobe.wordpress.com/
are my inspirations!
I really like your style and hope this helps you get happy with your wardrobe! Post updates!

All lovely pieces, Rute. Please keep us updated on this capsule journey.

kkards

i'm always interested in these kinds of experiments. i like what you've got pulled for this, my only concern is that all of the footwear is on the dressy side….will you want something more casual and easy going?

Summer

I love your capsule, Rute, and hope the project proves helpful.

This is my default wardrobe strategy, actually, because I have relatively few clothes for any one season - not so much a project, more a way of life!

Astrid

This capsule looks fantastic! I also say stay flexible, you want to do this challenge to clear some things up, not to frustrate yourself. I would love to read your updates on the process!

rute

Thank you Angie, I don't know if I will survive either, my mood And style changes a lot, but I feel a capsule is good for This because after 3 months, if I want to go in a different direction, I can go And buy another capsule with less expensive clothes. I will not feel so guilty because I've worn these items a lot.

Geargirl, that's a wise advice, I never go to fancy events, so I didn't provide for that, If I get any invitation, I can pick one dress outside the capsule without guilty feeling.
Kkards, I tought the same, I have a pair of flats. I always wear that kind of shoes during my work week And flats on the weekends. I never wear sneakers, except for the gym

Your capsule looks great. Congratulations on your style evolution.

Great strategy, Rute. ALSO, you can shop your closet in case you feel like wearing boho again.

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