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How to build a capsule wardrobe step by step with whatever's clean 13 coral, navy, beige

“Whatever’s Clean 13” Capsule Wardrobe in Coral, Navy and Beige

June 12, 2015   Oh, this was FUN! It's delightful how much difference the change in accessories makes in the look of the whole capsule.   First up, a wonderful scarf, and some classic, inexpensive coral-colored jewelry. (it goes without saying that we don't wear real coral - no reefs will be destroyed to adorn us!)  

And then I changed out the shoes, the rest of the jewelry, and tossed in a cute little clutch! The only clothing that I swapped was to substitute a coral cardigan for yesterday's beautiful brown one...

 

Just the one change in the template makes a difference!

 

  This overview looks VERY different from the one with the leopard accent, to me. Accessories ... View the Post

06.12.15 22 Comments

Tags: accessories, beige, coral, navy, packing, travel wardrobe, Whatever's Clean

“Whatever’s Clean 13” in LEOPARD, Navy and Beige

June 11, 2015   You wanted to see this idea "warmed up", and many of you mentioned leopard... here it is!  

I swapped out the beige garments for a warmer, more golden shade, and I chose a brown cardigan because it's just lovely! Some leopard accessories, and you're ready to travel...  

This is how the template filled up - it looks really coherent, and you can clearly see that everything (including the striped tee shirt) will work together.

 

  And this helps us visualize everything, including accessories. The 2nd tote bag is the kind of thing that you would smash down in your outbound suitcase, and then use to carry purchases on the return. It was SO reasonably priced that I could ... View the Post

06.11.15 42 Comments

Tags: accessories, beige, leopard, navy, Whatever's Clean

“Whatever’s Clean 13” in Navy and Beige, with different accessory “moods”

June 9, 2015   You all send me the best requests! How about a "Whatever's Clean 13" in navy and beige, with the accents and prints/patterns in the accessories?   Our starting template:    

  The "Flower Burst" scarf from KathKath was specifically mentioned, and I thought that a few She-Beads bracelets would work well. I really want to support these designers that have been so generous to The Vivienne Files!  

  After much pondering and searching, this is what I've chosen to pack. The sandals have jeweled tops in muted, soft shades, and the canvas shoes have clearer pastel flowers. Of course, you also now have your bright pink loafers with you, so you are able to accessorize your ... View the Post

06.09.15 29 Comments

Tags: accessories, beige, navy, shoes, Whatever's Clean

How to Pack Light: Yellow and Black “Whatever’s Clean 13” for warm weather

June 3, 2015   You knew this was coming, didn't you? Some people really LOVE printed skirts and trousers, and they deserve to be able to pack a "Whatever's Clean 13" wardrobe too!

  Figuring out what to include in this suitcase mostly requires finding a common "accent" color that's shared by a handful of your skirts and pants, and then building around that. When I was browsing things to get started, I found a few things that shared this glorious yellow, and so I chose that as my accent, and selected the black and white found in these Valentino trousers as my neutrals.   First up, a travel outfit with bright, happy trousers, but a simple top and cardigan, all pulled together with yellow earrings and a yellow scarf. You ... View the Post

06.03.15 21 Comments

Tags: black, warm weather, Whatever's Clean, white, yellow

How to Pack Light: Navy and Beige “Whatever’s Clean 13” for Uncertain Weather

June 2, 2015  

You don't know what the weather is going to be, but you know for a fact that you're NOT packing white stuff...   Starting out, let's wear this to travel - a cuddly cardigan, a beautiful scarf, and closed-toe shoes, just in case you have to sit on a cold plane (or slide down an evacuation slide!):

   

This is what I've chosen for you to pack; everything is keyed off of the two cardigans that you really REALLY wanted to take along. In order to be thoroughly "dress in the dark", those need to be your only printed garments. But that doesn't keep you from packing some cool metallic tops! And there are always accessories - another scarf, and some pretty jewelry will go a long way toward ... View the Post

06.02.15 21 Comments

Tags: beige, navy, packing, Whatever's Clean

How to Pack Light: Uncertain Weather, and the “Whatever’s Clean 13”

May 30, 2015

Something everyone struggles with is having to pack when the weather is iffy, or when you're going to be moving around through different weather conditions. So I thought I'd take our "Whatever's Clean 13" template as a guide to making this easier.

I've laid it out this way:

A simple navy, white and turquoise palette is the order of the day. (and starting with the Kathkath scarf, I've loosely adhered to a theme of waves and water...)

No matter what the travel plan is, I like to make sure that I'm traveling with long trousers, closed-toe shoes, and a cardigan. Depending on your mode of travel, you want to be prepared for too much air conditioning, or a rotten heating system. And it's always easier to take off your ... View the Post

05.30.15 17 Comments

Tags: blue, navy, packing, turquoise, Whatever's Clean, white

How to Pack Light: The ‘Whatever’s Clean 13″ in black and beige

May 27, 2015   I really love the "Whatever's Clean 13"...   I love travel, and I love packing light, and I love the idea of being able to just stick your hands into your bag and pull out things that will come together in a beautiful outfit.   Today, I'm looking at warm weather, but prepared for some coolness. I know that trips to the south of France, ranging into Cinque Terre and Venice, will give you some hot, lavender-scented days in Provence, but then in Venice, after dark can be positively damp and cool... You can't be prepared for every last possible need, but you can be intelligent, and beautiful...   Lace is the unifying theme today, starting with this beautiful (and outrageously expensive) lace top. ... View the Post

05.27.15 23 Comments

Tags: beige, black, packing, warm weather, Whatever's Clean

How to Pack Light: The “Whatever’s Clean” 13 Capsule Wardrobe

May 22, 2015

 

One of the interesting things about writing The Vivienne Files is that I can see what posts are continually revisited, and what images get Pinned (and re-Pinned) on Pinterest. And without fail, every week, the "Whatever's Clean" wardrobes are at the top of the list.

That makes sense to me - there's really nothing in the world easier than being able to reach into your closet without looking and know that you can grab a coherent ensemble.

So I've been thinking a lot about how "Whatever's Clean" can transfer to travel - it's an obvious fit. Especially for all of you who have to travel through a variety of climates, knowing that all of your clothes will work together makes it possible to relax about at least one ... View the Post

05.22.15 31 Comments

Tags: black, brights, packing, travel wardrobe, Whatever's Clean
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