In helping clients with their wardrobe I often notice that they struggle because they are lacking the basics. It’s easy to get caught up with beautiful pieces or sale items, but it’s important to focus on making sure your wardrobe has all the essentials before you shop for anything else. I’ve shared 20 of my top essentials for building a capsule wardrobe on Houston Life. Click below to watch the segment.
To recap, here’s a checklist including my top 20 wardrobe essentials. I’ve included photos showing different ways to style each piece – showing the versatility that allows you to enjoy wearing these pieces for work, casually on the weekend or for a night out. I hope you enjoy!
1) black dress (appropriate for work and evening)
2) black knee length skirt
2) solid light neutral colored blouse (white, cream, blush, etc.)
4) denim jacket
5) leather jacket
6) chambray (denim) shirt
7) solid colored blouses (in soft or bright colors)
8) dark wash slim/skinny jeans
9) black blazer (for work and weekend)
10) tapered black dress pants
11) non sheer fitted white tee shirt
12) black flats
13) nude flats
14) black pump
15) nude pump
16) black ankle booties
17) large structured (work) bag (in black or a neutral shade)
18) black crossbody
19) neutral crossbody
20) clutch (try metallic!)
Where do you find a “non-sheer” white tee?!
A rare thing?!? Everything I SO see thru!!!
Hi Kathi, for this segment I used ATM and Theory. They both have thick, non-sheer options. Feel free to email me for links to specific suggestions.
Love this list! So helpful! What brand was the silk blouse on your segment?
Thanks Victoria! I’d be happy to provide you with more details. I used a number of silk blouses. Which one/color were you referring to?