"The aim is to have an outfit suitable for any occasion without owning excessive items of clothing"

Method

• choose a color scheme
• consider your body shape
• consider your complexion
• choose classic shapes and patterns
• choose high-quality fabrics

History

• Susie Faux
• London boutique "wardrobe" 1970s
• popularized by Donna Karan 1985

"Typically, Faux suggests that a woman's capsule wardrobe contain at least "2 pairs of trousers, a dress or a skirt, a jacket, a coat, a knit, two pairs of shoes and two bags""

Example

• ✔ belted trench coat
• ✔ skinny jeans
• ✔ a white shirt
• ✔ a black blazer
• ✔ lbd
• pair of tailored trousers (?)
• a pencil skirt
• ✔ t-shirts and camisole tops
• ✔ cashmere sweater
• ✔ sundress
• ✔ a pair of ballet flats
• ✔ a pair of long boots
• ✔ tote bag
• ✔ clutch bag
• ✔ silk scarf
• sunglasses (N/A)
• ✔ a pair of high heels
• ✔ a pair of casual shoes