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Packing a Four by Four Capsule Wardrobe: Navy, Tan and Coral

August 19, 2013   I've had a ton of questions from readers about packing for trips that include multiple cities, and a variety of activities.  And I've also had a few requests for packing navy, tan (or khaki) and coral.  So I endeavor to answer questions and fulfill requests with this post.   As usual, I like to start with the travel outfit that includes a couple of capsule wardrobe essentials - I'm always a fan of a cardigan, long pants, loafers, and a big scarf.  Simple stud earrings don't get caught on things when you're sleeping on the plane.  Dark colors are good because they don't show wrinkles or spills, and a cardigan gives you the layering option for when the plane is cold.  

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Dressing modestly in a hot climate: travel in blue and tan

Many of you are headed to warm climates, but still want or need to remain modest and somewhat covered-up.  This is one approach to this task.  I always choose a travel outfits that's layered, because airplanes are of course going to be cold (five miles up in the sky, the outside temperature is pretty low!).  The photograph was sent to me by someone planning for such a trip - I'm not using it for color inspiration as much as just a focal point for the delights to come...

Striped tee – Majestic, cardigan- J. Crew,  linen pants – Rafaella, earrings – J. Crew, water-resistant watch – Sperry Top-Sider, loafers- Cole Haan, cotton scarf – Becksondergaard, tote bag – French Trotters, suitcase - Tumi   Next, there ... View the Post

Capsule Wardrobe 2013 Accent: Grayed Jade, warm palette

 

 

Sweater – Vila, cardigan – Rachel Comey, silk tee- Steffen Schraut, bracelet - Bochic    

Top row – L.L.Bean, cream shirt – Kitsune, peach blouse – Chloe, cardigan & v-neck sweater – L.L.Bean, brown long-sleeved tee – La Garconne, tan pants – Jil Sander, cream jeans – Les Copains, brown pants – Maison Martin Margiela    

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Building a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting with a Scarf: Hermes Tendresse Felines

I've had lots of these requests, and they're always fascinating!

Scarf – Hermès Tendresse Feline, cardigan – Chic Nova, shirt – Monki, earrings – Alexis Bittar, skirt – Diane von Furstenberg, pumps – Prada, ring – Calvin Klein, sweater – Romwe, skirt – J. Crew, nude pumps – Sergio Rossi    

Scarf – Hermès Tendresse Feline, dress – Chalayan, pumps – Stuart Weitzman, bracelet – Links of London, earrings – Alexis Bittar, cardigan – Matthew Williamson, jeans – Burberry Brit, sneakers – Mjus Parca    

Scarf – Hermès Tendresse Feline, sweater – Reiss, earrings – Swarovski, skirt – J. Crew, pumps – Giuseppe Zanotti, bag – la Bagagerie, leather jacket – Marc by Marc Jacobs, dress – Halston, ring – ... View the Post

Building a Capsule Wardrobe by Starting with a Scarf: Hermes Astrologie Nouvelle

Scarf – Hermès Astrologie Nouvelle, moon & star earrings – Social Anarchy, sweater – Dsquared2, pants – Dorothy Perkins, ballet flats – Vera Wang, dress – Riksanda Ilincic, feather brooch – Debenhams, jacket – Miu Miu, pumps – Oscar de la Renta    

Scarf – Hermès Astrologie Nouvelle, Boat-neck sweater – Ralph Lauren, jeans – Dr. Denim, bracelet – Oliver Bonas, athletic shoes – Superga, sapphire earrings – Marco Biceo, sweater - Malo, skirt – Tibi Techy, flats – Kelsi Dagger    

Scarf – Hermès Astrologie Nouvelle, Blazer – Jack Wills, blue corundum earrings – ylang23, flannel pants – Joseph, shirt – SVEK, loafers – Ferragamo, cuff bracelet – Marni, coat – Jil Sander, tweed dress – Oscar ... View the Post

Another Common Capsule Wardrobe, with peach

November 2, 2012   When she was a child, she was admired for her downy-soft, warmly blushing cheeks... So she adopted peach as her signature...  

Drop earrings – Ippolita, watch – Lipsy, rubber bracelets – Nessa Ayzee, pearl stud earrings – Lord & Taylor, pendant – Brace Yourself LA, bag –Rebecca Minkoff, ring – Didi Jewellery, ankle boots – Romantic Soles, ballet flats – Chloe, silk scarf – Hermès, gloves – Missoni, beaded cuff bracelet – Dorothy Perkins, striped scarf – Missoni, sunglasses – Charlotte Olympia, chiffon scarf – Aspinal of London  

Top row – L.L.Bean, cream shirt – Kitsune, peach blouse – Chloe, cardigan & v-neck sweater – L.L.Bean, brown long-sleeved tee – La Garconne, tan pants ... View the Post

A Four by four Capsule Wardrobe: summer at the shore

When I see the ocean, it is NOT at the beach - it's more Humboldt County, California, or the west coast of Ireland, or the coast of Maine.  Warm, sunny days, cool evenings, and a gray and damp day every now and then, where you spend the day sitting by the fireplace...  This Four by Four Capsule Wardrobe gives you options for any kind of shoreline...

 

Yes, our rental house DOES have laundry facilities....

Throw in a little bit of color....

 And essential accessories.

I'm not necessarily saying that you need to run out and buy your entire summer wardrobe from L.L.Bean - I use these clothes as an example of what's possible.  But if you're a sturdy New Englander, with a ... View the Post

Building a Capsule Wardrobe: by Fours

May 14, 2012   People ask me every day how to build a capsule wardrobe.  There are as many different approaches as there are women in the world, but one of my favorite ideas is to work in "pods" of four garments.  Find a color and fabric that really REALLY appeals to you - one that sings to your heart, and either buy or have someone make for your four core garments - two tops and top bottoms.   Seamstresses are going to be very useful friends...   And note, everything in this entire post is from L.L.Bean. I love them, and they've never (yet!) given me a single piece of clothing in exchange for shamelessly promoting them...  

  Immediately, you have four new outfits:

 

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