I've written a few posts about having a capsule wardrobe.
I did a capsule wardrobe for a while..and I loved it!
However. I decided what I really wanted in life is more of an adult uniform.
What colors do I love?
What is my style?
If you have those two things figured out... creating a uniform is simple.
STEP 1: CARDIGANS/SWEATERS/JACKETS
-This rust colored duster is the perfect layer to add to almost any outfit.
-jeans and a tank top
-dress
-shorts and a t-shirt
-It's good to have a trendy item like this tie dye cardigan. It is staying within the color theme (or lack of color theme) I love in my closet.
-This sweater from H&M is one of my all time favorites. It so easy to dress up or down and goes with EVERYTHING since it is an oatmeal color.
STEP 2: GREAT TANKS
I have two types of tanks. Ones that can be dressed up like this lovely lace item...
Or a BASIC color/cut tank. This is the best tank top cut for my body type. So when I find one...I buy three in my favorite colors (light blue, white & grey)
STEP 3: SHIRTS WITH SOMETHING...
You can never go wrong with a striped shirt. (I mean..c'mon...I own three.) But each one needs to have a little something-something. This shirt has a slight hi-low cut. It is flowy and perfect.
This oversized shirt may look basic...but it isn't even close. The front is a t-shirt material with small little holes, and the back is made of linen. It makes a basic white t-shirt (that I am obsessed with) have a different look.
Picking shirts in colors that you like is the smartest thing you can do. I will not buy a shirt I love if it is in a color I hate. Don't force yourself to wear colors or patterns you don't like.
STEP 4: SWEATSHIRTS ANYONE?
There is nothing wrong with wearing a sweatshirt. But, try and look for something unique in your sweatshirt. Maybe it is cropped? Maybe it has a deep v? Maybe it has a unique fabric?
Whatever you do, sweatshirts can be dressed up!
It's true!
They are one of my favorite things to wear in Fall/Winter. So don't leave them out.
STEP 5: SOMETHING VINTAGE
I went through a vintage only phase.
Old T-Shirts from thrift shops.
Skirts with odd hemlines
I loved it for a while...but nothing stuck with me. They all got sent back to the thrift store.
Except for this item.
This actually belonged to Jarrick's Grandpa...
and I love it!
There are holes, added stitches and worn patches on the elbow.
It is the only vintage item i didn't get over after wearing it a few times.
So in my opinion...
Look for the golden items in the thrift store. Don't just get something meh just because it is there.
STEP 6: START SEEING DOUBLE
It is okay to love a trend a little too much.
For me?
Chambray.
So....if you love a trend..
it is okay to buy multiple items...
just try and make the styles a little different.
Again, creating a uniform is all about wearing what YOU LOVE.
Hopefully this post can help you find your own uniform!
xo-elle
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