Work Capsule Completed (for now)

Earlier in the year I had a goal to improve my work capsule to reflect my more outward facing job and my increased need for conferences and meetings. Most of the meetings and conferences never happened but I have added to the work capsule anyway. I found pieces easily this year (too easily in some ways) but there is nothing (except one hat) that I regret adding in - I am enjoying my clothes and having a wardrobe more aligned to my needs as I increased my work hours and do less running around after my sons (who are increasingly independent).

Here is the link to the original thread.

https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....rk-capsule

Many of my other clothing items also get worn for work or mixed in with these pieces for smart casual outfits. I can mix in denim, midi dresses, sneakers and even tee shirts depending on the day. I have some days purely in the office, some in the workshop, some working from home and some meeting with clients.

The changes are that I now have:

- four blazers (instead of two)
- three pairs of work pants (one replacement, one new, one existing)
- new black work dress
- new cognac low heeled shoes
- new rusty spot camisole (to wear under blazers)
- two new smart knit tops
- new black culottes
- new pink fine gauge knit sweater
- new pink oxfords

I love all the pieces below (I do have a love/hate relationship with the white trousers and the fitted black blazer with the big shoulders) and have more outfits than I have need for right now. The white pants are a fantastic fit but a little tricky for me to style, and the black blazer really works with very specific pieces due to the cropped fit and bustle at the back.

In 2021 I am thinking of
- new smart winter coat (thigh length)
- patterned blouses that work with the three pairs of pants and with the blazers. I have relied on knit tops or shell tops rather than blouses recently.

And of course some of these pieces may wear out - but I feel as though I have some leeway now.

I do hope to put this to even better use in 2021. But I hope even more fervently that the pandemic eases in other countries.

Thanks
S

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3 years ago

Joy

Veteran

Those are very attractive additions to your work wardrobe. I hope you will be able to enjoy them soon.

JamC

A job well done! This wardrobe looks cohesive and versatile. Love the surprise of the dotty camisole and think a patterned shirt would add variety and interest. I enjoyed reading your thoughts as you built up your work wardrobe.

Anonymous

What a good work capsule- well done! It gives you a nice template for how many of each type of garment to have.

So ready for Covid to go away. I had wanted to visit my dad, but DH freaked out since I'd have to at least use public restrooms many times along the drive. Figure we'll get the "stay at home" order soon anyway.

Jenn

(website)

It's a beautiful capsule, and all looks great together! Your careful color additions really add interest and personality.

Minaminu

Such a great capsule for work, I think you can cover all work occasions with this capsule! Love the pop of colours too!

anchie

Very nice capsule, there seems to be many mix and match possibilities. And every new item you add will make it even more versatile. Looks very professional but not boring.

Suz

So glad you were able to find the items you needed. You did brilliantly. Maybe over time you will decide to upgrade the black blazer to one you find easier to wear but I would keep this one for occasion wear in any case.

Love the polka dot camisole!

LaPed

Very sharp! That polka dot cami is so fun, and I could definitely see you adding a few blouses in the same vein.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

It's come together so nicely, Sal! Well done.

I particularly like the addition of the polka dots, yellow and cognac. Like La Ped mentions, there is room for more of that type of "fun biz casual", AND perhaps a toffee blazer that is more comfy than the black .....eventually

Keep on looking for light pants you like more too.

SarahD8

Well done, Sal! This collection hangs together so nicely. And it's especially nice to be able to mix these pieces with your more casual items (speaking as another person who only occasionally needs business-y attire).

I like Angie's suggestion of a toffee blazer. And maybe pale blue/duck egg pants to replace the white ones eventually? (Would go great with toffee colors...)

Jaime

So many great pieces and I can already see how well they work together.

Helena

Fabulous - cohesive and professional without being a bit stuffy. Can't wait to see where it all goes in 2021!

Sal

Thanks Helena, yes it works for my needs really well. I don't need to be terribly dressy most days but every now and then I need to pull out a good outfit, mostly for conferences, meetings, business lunches etc..

Thank you Shevia, they do work together, The white trousers are a bit tricky but they work in a couple of combinations.

Thank you Sarah. Yes I would love some micro check pants that would work with at least two of the blazers. And a toffee blazer one day I agree!!

Thanks Angie, yes I can add in a couple of more fun pieces now. I find now that I feel covered for the dressiest occasions through to ones where I want to be a bit more "fashiony" through to everyday looks.

La Pedestrienne - the polka dots are fun. For work I wear under a blazer but for casual I wear alone. I would love a bit more print in here but most patterns this year haven'e appealed to me (too many ditsy florals which I struggle with, and plaid, which I very rarely am drawn to).

Suz - thank you. The black fitted jacket might be one I should just get real about, and donate or sell. For some reason I just love it but rarely wear it!! I do have the black blazer with gold buttons so at least I have one easy black option.

Anchie - thank you. I feel happy to have this sorted.

Minaminu - yes I like the brighter colours in there and am feeling more confident with mixing them up now.

Jenn- thanks. I have liked the colours available recently which has made it easier. And I have been more targeted with colours (warm clear and slightly earthy).

Suntiger - I feel so sad about where the US is with Covid. I certainly hope that early in 2021 there is huge improvement. My immediate family is close by, but I feel for so many who have family further away who they cant' see.

JamC - thanks I agree. I have been deliberate but also spontaneous. The black pants, blazers, knit tops were planned, but the mustard blazer, spotted camisole and couple of other options were impulse (second hand) buys.

Thanks Joy - yes I have worn it, but not as much as in another year. I have been overdressed at home a couple of times!!

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