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BLOG FOUR
“How do I build a capsule wardrobe for uni?”
Have you ever stared at a full closet and felt like you had nothing to wear? We have too.. but a capsule wardrobe might be the answer! It’s a small collection of pieces that all mix and match, so you can make loads of outfits from fewer clothes.
It’s the perfect combination for uni: less to pack, less to buy, and no more “I have nothing to wear” mornings before your 8:30am!
Here are the three key rules to keep in mind:
1) Quality over quantity: A few pieces you love and wear constantly beats a closet full of things that you never reach for.
2) Everything should work together: Every piece should go with at least three other items.
3) Build it slowly: You don’t need to buy it all at once - start with what you already own and fill the gaps over time.
We’ve broken it down step by step below!
Choose 3 neutral colours as your base, these could be; black, white, grey, beige or denim.
Then add one of your favorite colors as your accent!
Sticking to a small color palette is what makes everything mix and match so easily.
The basis of what you need (around 15 - 20 pieces):
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2 pairs of jeans and 2 pairs of trousers
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A handful of plain tees and tops
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A couple of cosy knits
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Some comfy hoodies
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Trainers
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A pair of boots, or Uggs
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Then a coat or jacket!
Look through your closet first. You probably have half of these already!
Once you have the basics, it’s all about combining them in different ways.
- Try an easy formula: one top + one bottom + one extra + shoes.
- Swap one piece each day and you’ve got a whole new outfit!
Accessories like jewellery, belts, scarves, and even bags do the rest of the work, making the same pieces feel completely different.
You don’t need to spend loads to create, and make a capsule wardrobe work.
Here is some things you could do to cut costs!
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Thrift your basics: secondhand shops are great for knits, jeans and coats.
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Swap with friends: host a clothes swap or check if your campus runs one.
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Use resale apps: Vinted, Depop and Facebook Marketplace are great for specific pieces.
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Sell what you don’t wear: put that money towards something that fills a gap.
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Start with just one week. Plan five outfits from the same 10 pieces. If you can do it, you’re already halfway to having a capsule wardrobe!
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Make a Pinterest board of outfits you love. Look for the patterns, colours, and pieces that keep showing up. That’s your style, and it tells you what to keep.
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Ask a friend to style you. Let them pick three outfits from your closet. They’ll often put together combinations you would never even think of!
take it from me...
A capsule wardrobe isn’t about having less for the sake of it. It’s really about loving all the items you own and making getting dressed one less thing to stress about!