S/S capsule started! - YouLookFab Forum

Thank you everyone who contributed to this thread: https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....er-capsule

I’ve made a careful start and shopped the on-line end of season and clear-out sales, acquiring 8 new items in the process. B&M has been off limits since December 26th, and are only now just starting to open up with restricted hours of operation. I’m hoping to visit local thrift shops and our great indy shoe shop to add a few more things: 1-2 dresses, shorts, sandals.

This is my S/S capsule. 44 items for May through October with June, July, and August being high/hot summer.https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....ction=9674

Finds below are ‘new’.

While playing with these new additions, I’ve discovered more combinations than I originally anticipated. The sleeveless button downs work really well with the red pleated skirt, and everything goes with the white jeans. The white slip on sneakers are super comfy and a touch more refined than my trusty Converse.

I’m bringing some of these items out now (white jeans - 5 wears!) but most will go into rotation from May.

How is your S/S wardrobe planning progressing?

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Minaminu

Veteran

Love the lilac jeans, what a great find!!!! I am looking forward to seeing how you'll style them!

My shopping list for the warm weather includes a trousers suit, chino, light neutral sandals, co-ordinated top and skirt and dress. Plus the scarves...

My body shape has slightly changed, I lost a few cm all around. For now I will be looking to add some scarves, a dress and the sandals, I'll think on the rest in a few months.

Anonymous

Great pieces and a nice harmonious capsule! Love the lilac jeans especially!

Will do more planning when I'm back home- but mainly looking at adding a linen skirt, sandals (espadrilles, more Birks), and a couple more sleeveless tops. There should be some olive joggers waiting for me too for transitional days.

ChristelJ

The dark florals together with the white pieces are wonderful transitional combos. Lovely capsule! You will look very sharp in all these!

I am leaning towards some updated solid basics like tees and denim in new shapes, and hope to find a casual t-shirt dress or tiered, loose midi dress. I have finally realized that I only wear loose clothing in our hot seasons.

Jenn

(website)

It's all coming together! This is a great capsule, and the lavender is looking especially fresh. I really like how you've brought in that new color for the season, and it's making me wonder how I can do something similar, and what that new color might be for me.

nemosmom

This is a GREAT start, Carla! Everything is so wonderfully cohesive... I so wish I could wear white denim as well as you. And, I particularly love your mockneck tee!

I have picked up a few pieces for S/S (similar season breakdown as you), but our temps are no where near where they need to be, yet...

I am starting my spring cleaning this month - de-pilling, washing, storing some of my heavy knits.

Glory

Ooohhhh nice Carla! How are the Levi’s - I have those in my cart in a light wash and am wondering about the fit?

slim cat

Smart s/s collection- love lavender of course! Printed tops are on my permanent “look out for” list - you definitely scored!
I’m thinking about midi skirt in white and black, new sandals and my “unicorn” - white cropped lightweight jacket. Couple cropped pants ( one dark denim and another- in a grey-white snake print) could be re-done with a skilled seamstress ( need to drop the waistband down a bit ).

Runcarla

@ Glory - they were a good fit from the start, though snug on the calves. They loosened up slightly on wear (98% cotton, 2% elastane.) I wore them comfortably for 5 days/wears before laundering, so they did not stretch out too much overall. They are opaque! Day one I mistakenly wore black undies, and they didn’t show through. I’m a 30 waist, 38 hip and mostly wear an 8 (sometimes a 6) 28 or 30, and got the jeans in a 30. (I usually size up when buying white jeans.) I looked at the various blue versions and the fabric mix was different. This may impact the stretch factor.

I liked these enough that I picked up a second pair, and if/when my blue jeans wear out, I might replace them with Levi 721’s- even if ‘skinnies’ aren’t cutting edge! DYOT for the win!

FWIW - delivery from MRWH was incredibly fast, and I was able to return at the store without any difficulties.

LaPed

I love how everything is coming together! The floral sleeveless mockneck is really nice, and perfect for pulling your whole colour palette together.

I’ll be keeping an eye on what you do with your lilac jeans . Mine are ready for wear as soon as I figure out a top or two .

Jaime

Not a capsule thinker as you know, but these items look perfect for you and your style. We are mostly in Spring weather wise and I have ordered a replacement pair of sandals for my most worn pair, but otherwise am going with the flow as usual .

Joy

Your S/S capsule looks fab and well thought out. I bought one thing so far...a black boho type blouse with sleeves but it has been too cold to wear it. We still have snow on the ground and juncos at the feeder. This coming week Wednesday’s high temperature is to be 38F or just above 0C and possibly more snow. I have been wearing wool cardigans over wool pull over sweaters and thick wooly socks and boots to stay warm enough. Spring garden work is a June event. Otherwise I have enough in the closet from past years. My cold spring things will get at least 3 months of heavy wear. I want and have enough red, white, and blue items for holidays. Most will probably be cancelled anyway.
This is my spring/summer for joggers and boho tops with espadrilles or other fabric slip on shoes. I will also wear dresses and skirts more than usual, even if it is just around the house.

Star

Great pieces! Particularly love the lavender jeans, and of course the white Levis. The sleeveless floral turtleneck really appeals. You are going to look fab, looking forward to seeing your outfits. I am working with what I have. Planning a white, purple/lilac, grey and dark denim capsule, and a secondary smaller olive and rust one that can meld with the main one. Cannot wait. Sunny but only 7 degrees C. today on the Black Sea.

Vildy

You found lilac jeans! I'm impressed by your amazing luck.

Janet

Always impressed by your planning! Looks so good and cohesive.

I have barely given a thought to spring dressing. Most days I am in gear anyway, and I kind of hate looking in the mirror lately. I think I need something to look forward to. My spring wardrobe is meager because our transition season is short, and I’m not going anywhere anyway, so...not feeling much of a point in investing more money in clothes that will get little wear. I think one happy purchase might brighten the outlook a little for me, so I was scrolling through light blue sandals and sneakers last night.

Debbie

It looks like you are ready to for spring and summer. I have not done much in that direction yet. I can’t wait to see you in the lilac jeans. I wish I had your capsule skills.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Looks great, Carla! I very much like the sleeveless shirt, and am delighted to hear it works well with the red pleated skirt. (Add the white sneakers too). A FAB new wardrobe essential

Echo

What a beautiful capsule; it looks like all of the pieces will work well with one another. And I adore the lilac jeans; they and the white pants ARE spring!

cat2

Great update for Spring! I realized after our chats about blush and lavender that I was light on casual blush pieces, and in pulling out my shoes that my olive flats (both ballet flats and loafers) were toast. I don’t know what I was thinking when I put them away for another year. It must have been dark. I have some contenders on the way.

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