Summer capsule: Rag & Bone polo top | Sweater over shoulders | Mother denim | L’Agence sandals | Naghedi tote
Your summer 2023 capsule is here: all new!
I love to create all new capsule wardrobes, and having endless outfit combinations is helpful for all of us! A solid wardrobe foundation makes getting dressed easy and effortless. Your wardrobe should be comprised of elevated, versatile, well-fitting pieces. When these pieces are combined, they make stylish outfits for all your upcoming events! This month, I was inspired by touches of green combined with faded blue and white. These colors always read timeless and sophisticated. I also love to add a touch of caramel, which works with pretty much everything.
One of my favorite things to do is find brand new pieces that make stylish outfits. For many years, this was my work in “Room 3” at Nordstrom, and it was truly a dream job. But things changed … this little blog started taking off, and I was able to give “dressing room experiences” online to many people across the country. I’m still counting my blessings, since making outfits is my happy place 🤍
Today’s post features the all new summer capsule wardrobe I’ve created for you. I believe in carefully and thoughtfully purchasing pieces that can be worn many different ways. So, many of these items are proven, meaning they’re best sellers, fit well and are worth every penny. Keep this post for reference … you’ll use it for the rest of summer!
Susie’s summer capsule wardrobe
It’s always hard to narrow this down, but, the pieces below are ones you’ll wear over and over again. In order to create an amazing wardrobe, you have to start with the basics. Once you have the basics covered, the best way to keep things fresh and updated is by adding new, colorful accessories every now and then! Below are the pieces you need this summer.
Row 1: Cinq a Sept jacket | Knit jacket | Camel cardigan | Striped cardigan | Rails denim jacket | Black blazer | Cardigan
2: Graphic tee | Beach sweater | Camel sweater | Polo | Button up shirt | Green cami | Coverup | Swimsuit | Stripe tee
3: Linen pants | Denim skirt | Black shorts | White shorts | Mother denim | Denim dress | Sarong | Jumpsuit | Dress
4: Bucket bag | Dior slides | Hat | Wallet on chain | Tote | Sunnies | Dior bracelet | Baseball hat
5: White sneakers | Black slides | Brown slides | Larroude sandals | Gold sandals | Black sandals
Denim favorites
Left: White blazer | Blouse | Earrings | Loewe bag | Mother denim | Sandals | Right: Polo top | Cardigan | Denim skirt | Sneakers | Burberry bag | Bracelet
Frank & Eileen knit blazer
Left: Sweatshirt jacket | Brown top | Mother denim | Straw tote | Sneakers | Bracelet | Right: Striped tee | Walking shorts | Dior slides | MZ Wallace bucket bag | Bracelet
Shorts are trending
Left: J.Crew blazer and matching short | Paige top | Scarf | Bracelet | Sandals | Right: Oversized shirt | Vince shorts | Sneakers | Wallet on chain | Tank
Striped button front shirt
Left: Striped Shirt | Hat | White Top | White Pants | Sandals | Tote | Right: Striped Top | Paris Fleece | Denim Shorts | Flip Flops| Bag
The best denim jacket in the capsule!
Left: Denim Jacket | Stripe Top | White Pants | Dior Slides | Earrings |Bag | Right: Denim Jacket | Green Dress | Tote | Sandals
Swim style capsule
Left: Blue Swimsuit | Sarong | Straw Hat | Sunglasses | Prada Bag | Sandals Right: White Cover-Up | Green Swimsuit | Bag | Bracelet | Sandals | Sunglasses
All-important jackets
One of the main items of every great wardrobe
Cinq a Sept jacket | Knit jacket | Camel cardigan | Striped cardigan | Rails denim jacket | Linen blazer | Cardigan
These stylish jackets will get you through most any social situation. For example, a black blazer looks amazing with denim — look at this nice linen one from J.Crew. Also, check out this best selling Rails one — it’s a classic that goes with everything. I included a couple of cardigans since they work nicely year ’round, and this lightweight cashmere one is perfect for travel. As a matter of fact I’m wearing it on the airplane as I write this 🙂
All new Layering pieces
You only need ones that you’ll wear on repeat
Graphic tee | Beach sweater | Camel sweater | Polo | Button front shirt | Green cami | Coverup | Swimsuit | Striped tee
A few good layering pieces will cover you for all occasions. For example, this new Rag & Bone polo is cute and is a great update. An oversized poplin shirt is a year-round staple, and I love this new Frank & Eileen one. This beach sweater is a perfect option for cooler summer evenings, I especially love it casually thrown over your shoulders. So chic.
Well-fitting bottoms
The starting point of every outfit
Linen pants | Denim skirt | Black shorts | White shorts | Mother denim | Denim dress | Sarong | Jumpsuit | Dress
Ideally, owning three pairs of jeans or pants (white or écru, faded denim and black) will cover you in the wardrobe department. Consider this white linen trouser for a non-jean option, it’s perfect for warmer weather. Right now shorts are trending, and my two favorites are this J.Crew one and this brand new Vince style. If you want a denim update, try a denim skirt or wide leg jean.
Stylish accessories are a must in your capsule wardrobe
The key to completing your outfits
Bucket bag | Dior slides | Hat | Wallet on chain | Tote | Sunnies | Dior bracelet | Baseball hat
Fun, stylish accessories elevate all your outfits, and I recommend investing in the best bag you can. For now, I’m picking up this wallet on a chain and nylon bucket bag while dreaming about the others. These are the pieces that truly work magic for every outfit. Another way to take your outfits to the next level is to own a couple of pieces of statement jewelry. For example, this Dior woven bracelet is a huge splurge, but so gorgeous!
Shoes, shoes, shoes
Not much to say here, except who doesn’t love shoes?
White sneakers | Black slides | Brown slides | Larroude sandals | Gold sandals | Black sandals
Sneakers are usually one of my first suggestions since they go with everything — especially now. I just spotted this new white pair. I’ve also been looking for an updated summer slide sandal, and ended up with this one. It’s really comfortable and perfect for casual summer days. For something a little dressier, I can’t say enough good things about this Larroude sandal and this taller one by L’Agence. Both versatile and comfortable.
Thank you for reading! xx
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