Spring is in the air! I’m not sad to see the cold weather go, but I am a little sad to have to turn over my winter capsule wardrobe. I really enjoyed having my first official capsule, and I learned a lot. Today I’m really excited to share my next capsule wardrobe for spring with you! Spoiler alert: there’s no black.
Can you believe it? I have so much black in my wardrobe, but I wanted to challenge myself and spring for a more colourful palette (see what I did there?) I’m comforting myself by still including lots of grey.
My spring capsule consists of 38 items. The colour palette is still pretty neutral but I love the pop of colour the pink brings in. And I love the combination of tan, denim, navy blue, and pink as the colours – I just think they work really well together.
Here’s the full capsule!
My Spring 2018 Capsule Wardrobe
I didn’t have to shop much this time around. I made three new purchases: the Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac bag (a steal of a deal found deep within the racks at Winners); the Free People Royale Flats (a bit of a splurge, so it evens out); and the tan sherpa coat. All of the other items I already had from before, and many of them were included in my winter capsule.
This wardrobe is definitely pushing me a little out of my comfort zone but I’m looking forward to trying it out for the next few months. Here are a few outfit ideas to get started with!
Outfit Ideas
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Look 8
I hope this post helps inspire your spring wardrobe! If you have any questions about how I plan, shop for, and organize my capsule wardrobe, just let me know in the comments below.
Thanks for reading! Until next time,
Emily
I love your color palette! I also like to limit my black pieces for spring–something about the season just demands a little lightness.
Thank you! I totally agree 🙂
Where are your skirts from? I need skirt help!
Both of these ones are from Aritzia. I shopped a lot there in my pre-capsule days and although they’re not necessarily sustainably made, the quality is so good and I love their style so their pieces last me a long, long time! The grey one is the Bevington skirt and the suede one is the Hopper skirt.
Lovely collection. I’m going to try to do mine this weekend. Such lovely pops of colour and love the ‘no black’ as that’s where I go wrong. Thank you for inspiring me.
Thank you!!
I want the slip dress! I’ve been on the hunt for something so simple and easy. Where’s yours from?
Yes, I’ve had this one for years and I love it! I get so much wear out of it by dressing it up or down. I got it from Aritzia, I think they still carry the same or at least similar styles but maybe not the same colour. Try here and here. Everlane also has a great option here.
This is one of the best capsule wardrobes I’ve seen in a while!! Some of them are so dull and bland and I instantly feel creatively blocked but this one is so fun! I can instantly see your personal style mixed in and I LOVE all the blush pink! Color added to capsule wardrobes is the best!
Katie | http://www.sunshinestyleblog.com
Thank you so much! I did my first capsule in winter and pretty much stuck to the basics then. But this season I’m definitely trying to mix in a few more pieces that are more fun and more of my own personal style. I love how even with a limited number of items you can still add in some personality!
I really liked your trench coat, where is it from? I am new at becoming a minimalist and want to start a capsule wardrobe. I have just decluttered my wardrobe. But i lack the basics. And i want to try out a capsule wardrobe this spring. really love your ideas.
Thanks so much! It is the Oliver trench coat from Aritzia, I think they still sell it or a similar version. I love it because the quality and tailoring are top notch and it’s already lasted me a few years and still looks brand new! Good luck with your capsule wardrobe journey 🙂
Love, love, love this capsule! The colors are perfect, and I’m glad you put some outfit ideas together – that helps me a lot!
Megan
http://www.lifeonshadylane.com
Thank you so much!
I love your color palette it’s beautiful .
Thank you!! I’m trying to bring more colour in but it was hard haha.
Where is the patterned sun dress from? Great piece and I love your colors and style!
Thank you! The dress is from (drum roll)… Aritzia! Haha, based on my comments it sounds like the only place I shop! I think it was the Wilfred Sonore dress, I bought it at least a few years ago now though. But you might be able to find one secondhand 🙂 Thanks again for your comment!
Love those booties!! They look suer sturdy, waterproof, and comfy. Where did you get them?!
Thank you! They are Blundstones, I received mine as a gift but they are sold all over the place. They’re known for long-lasting quality and I wanted to buy something really sturdy like you say, so if you’re looking for that I’d definitely recommend them!
Yes! This is exactly what I was looking for! I’ve made the decision to buy more used clothes and to make more ethical purchases. But I’ve always hated shopping because I have to shopping list, I just meander around till I see something cute. But I want to get the staples that are on trend but not “trendy” and you’ve provided me with a shopping list! Love, Love, Love! I love how you’ve even put a few outfits together but would love for you to add more! Thanks Emily. Youve become my new source for fashion
Wow thank you so much Korrinne! Your comment made my day. I’m so happy that you found this helpful! Best of luck with your sustainable and ethical fashion journey 🙂
Absolutely love your capsule wardrobe posts! Just discovered your blog last week and I have been obsessed ever since. Where are those knits tops from? Aritzia I suppose? Keep up the great work girl xxoo
Thank you soo much! I really appreciate your comment 🙂 And yep you got it, they’re from Aritzia!
Hey love love love the sandals(heels), the heel seems to be perfect height, i want These!! where did you get them? regards from switzerland 🙂
They are from Aldo shoes, but I bought them a while ago so unfortunately they’re no longer available. You can check here for similar styles: https://www.aldoshoes.com/ca/en/women/footwear/sandals/casual-heels
Omg I just did this, too. Took the black out for my capsule for spring. And I LOVE it!
We have almost the same palette but I don’t have camel leather shoes/purse. I stuck with my grey and light blue to save money.
Thanks for the inspo here. Gives me some new ideas on putting my pieces together.
Isn’t it refreshing? Grey is my close second favourite so thankfully I don’t feel too far out of my comfort zone, haha! Thanks so much for your comment 🙂
hi there,
Great capsule wardrobe! I really like how you show how to pair the outfits. Also, where are the boots, blouses, knit tops and slip dress were purchased.
Thanks for your help!
I just read all above posts and looks like they are all from Aritizia, so I think I am good! Thanks for all the on tredn ideas!
From another PNW’er
You got it! 🙂 Thanks so much for your comment!
Finally! A capsule wardrobe in colors and styles I actually like and that suit me. I think I am ready to start purging my closet and developing my own capsule.
I’m so glad to hear that, thank you! It has honestly been one of the best things I’ve ever done and has really changed my life in a lot of ways. You won’t regret it 🙂 Good luck!!
nice, could you tell me please, how should a jogger fit, should they be skinny in the leg? or baggy, how can I make them look not frumpy.
I think it comes down to personal preference, but in my opinion you want to look for a slimmer fit on the leg. They can still be relaxed/a little roomy, mine are not skin tight but they’re also not baggy. Also the material is important, try to go for a lighter/thinner fabric as opposed to the heavier, bulky material that sweatpants are usually made of. Finally you can experiment with how you style them – they are a pretty casual piece so if you want a more elevated look then try mixing them with a nicer top!
Hi Emily,
Where did you purchase your chambray button up? I love it!
It’s from Joe Fresh. I got it a few years ago now though so I’m not sure if they’d have the same in stock 🙁
I absolutely love how most of these pieces can take you all the way through Summer as well. I’ve always wanted to try doing a capsule wardrobe, which is my goal for Spring and Summer so I’ll definitely be taking some of your advice here. I did have a question tho, where is that cream button-front shirt from?! I love it!!
I agree, the colour palette is quite springy but I’ll be wearing a lot of these in my upcoming summer capsule as well! Oh do you mean the shirt dress? That one is from Aritzia – https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/glen-dress/58510.html. This colour is unfortunately sold out, but they have a few others in stock! Thanks for commenting 🙂
I love this! Such a simple yet classic wardrobe. Where are your skinny jeans from?
Thanks! 🙂 They are by Citizens of Humanity. I think they are the Rocket hi-rise but I can’t find the exact wash anymore. But they are the comfiest and softest pair of jeans ever! They’ve lasted me for years so I feel I could justify the price tag.
I love this! Where is Look 6’s pink top from?!
It’s from Aritzia: https://www.aritzia.com/en/product/the-tie-front-blouse/63074.html?dwvar_63074_color=12269 I don’t think they carry the same colour anymore, but they’ve got the same style in stock! Hope this helps 🙂
Love your capsules. Thanks. Where did you get your boots in your spring capsule?
Thank you! Those boots are by Blundstone.
Hi Emily
I love the Capsule colours!!
Can u suggest another couple of short shirt dresses as the Aritzia one is sold out? Same with the black and white dress please?
The Rebecca Minkoff bag has a different strap to your picture? Did u buy it separately?
Thank you in advance,
Jo xx
Thanks so much! For dresses, I’d take a look at Everlane for a more ethical option – their linen shirtdress is quite similar. The cotton collarless belted shirtdress is also kind of close to the sundress, which is a really old purchase from Aritzia (the Sonore dress). You could also try to find it secondhand online. The Rebecca Minkoff bag I have came with the guitar strap, I bought it from Winners.
Thanks for reading! <3