The Spring Capsule Wardrobe
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- The Spring Capsule Wardrobe made with - Seasonal and Capsule Colours for Spring 2017 This season's trend colours are: For the Spring Capsule Wardrobe we've used classic neutrals of Biscuit, Camel, Navy and Soft White. For the accents there are Mint, Emerald Turquoise and this season's Lapis Blue. Then you have alternatives to choose from depending on whether you have a warm skin tone or a cool skin tone. For warm there is a seasonal trend Primrose Yellow and Mustard and for cool you have seasonal trend Dogwood and Blush Pink. - Spring Capsule wardrobe Pieces Below are the pieces that make up this Spring capsule wardrobe. Carefully chosen to create a maximum number of outfits around the key Spring trends but in a way that can be adapted to suit you, whatever your colouring, size or body shape. Think of the pieces as your guide. You can buy the exact item from the link or choose one of the alternatives (chosen in different budgets and sizing ranges) The accent colours in the capsule are Emerald Turquoise, Mint and Lapis Blue. Then you can make a choice dependent on your colouring. For warm toned skin there is seasonal Primrose Yellow and Mustard and for cool toned skin there is Dogwood Pink and Blush. Click here to see the pantone trend colours for the season and which I've used. The core capsule contains 18 clothing items and 11 accessories, the alternative colour groups, warm and cool, contain 7 additional items and there are 3 extra pieces, 1 for Soft colouring and 2 for Bright colouring - we've created 28 done for you outfit suggestions, but that isn't exhaustive so have fun mixing up the pieces and wearing them to suit your personal style. Add more accessories to personalise your capsule and if you want to add another accent colour remember to add at least 3 items in that colour. Additional pieces suitable for those with warm colouring (Light/Warm, Deep/Warm, Warm - Soft or Bright, Soft/Warm, Bright/Warm) Additional pieces suitable for those with cool colouring (Light/Cool, Deep/Cool, Cool - soft or bright, Soft/Cool, Bright/Cool) Finally an alternative muted Print blouse for those with soft colouring (warm or cool toned) and 2 additional bright accessories for those with Bright colouring. Click here for the details: Coats and Jackets Tops Knits Bottoms Dresses Accessories - The Coats and Jackets Tip... Use these items as a guide, buy the exact item or choose something similar that suits your body shape and colouring. For curves look for softer fabrics that drape or have stretch. For straighter body shapes choose crisper or firmer fabrics and pieces that fall in straight lines. The Rain Coat - A must have for Spring showers, the Swing style suits all shapes This option Alternative options: Alternative size 16+ option (Mid range) Alternative budget option Alternative budget option Plus size option The Navy Blazer - Another wardrobe classic for both smart and casual wear. Add a cotton or linen version for Spring This option Alternative options: Alternative option 1 to a size 20 Alternative budget option The Suede Biker - Another multi tasking jacket, just as good with jeans as it is with a feminine dress or tailored trousers This option Alternative Options: Alternative Cool option Plus size option - Dresses Tip... Use these items as a guide, buy the exact item or choose something similar that suits your body shape and colouring. For curves look for softer fabrics that drape or have stretch. For straighter body shapes choose crisper or firmer fabrics and pieces that fall in straight lines. The Denim Dress - Denim is big again so add a denim dress to your Spring wardrobe This option Alternative budget friendly option 1 Alternative size 16+ option The Tie Front Dress - The flattering shape that gives you curves or conceals a tummy - tie to suit your shape This option designer Alternative budget friendly option Alternative option The Print Dress - Dress up and down This option Alternative size 16+ and budget Alternative in 2 colour options (reviews suggest choosing long) - The Tops Tip... Use these items as a guide, buy the exact item or choose something similar that suits your body shape and colouring. For curves look for softer fabrics that drape or have stretch. For straighter body shapes choose crisper or firmer fabrics and pieces that fall in straight lines. The Ruffle Blouse - Frills and ruffles are big for this season wear this blouse both smart, with skirts and trousers and casual with jeans This option Alternative options: Alternative size 16+ shirt option Alternative budget option to size 22 The Statement Sleeve Top - Sleeves are a focal point so add interest to your top with bell sleeves, ties or ruffles This option to a size 20 Alternative size 16+ option embroidered The Trapeze Top - An easy, comfortable shape that suits all figures This option - Mint and Yellow Alternative options: Alternative option 1 Pink Size 16+ option The Jersey Top - Use jersey tops and T-shirts to add colour to your wardrobe This option Alternative options: Alternative option Alternative Pink option The Print Blouse - Dress up or down for business, weekend and evenings This option Alternative muted print option Alternative Cool option Alternative size 16+ option - The Bottoms Tip... Use these items as a guide, buy the exact item or choose something similar that suits your body shape and colouring. Tailored Neutral Trousers - such a useful piece to have in your wardrobe. Wear them to work, out to dinner with a dressy top or casually at the weekend with a knit or T-shirt This option Alternative budget and size 16+ option Wide Leg Slouchy Trousers - The must have trouser of the season This option (in regular and Petite, size 6-22) Alternative budget - short, regular and long to size 24 Coloured Capris - The perfect trousers to take you from Spring into Summer, they look good with heels, flats and trainers This option (Regular, Petite and Long from size 6-22) Alternative short, regular and long budget and size 16+ Alternative - Pink This option Alternative size 16+ option (Regular, Petite and Long from size 6-22) Alternative budget chino option Print skirt - Statement skirts are this season's most popular and their shape is full and pleated, they look good with heels and pointed flats. This option Petite and regular to size 22 Alternative Pink Option Petite and regular to size 22 Tie Waist Skirt - The Paper Bag style skirt and trouser is the season's waistline detail that winces you in to show off your waist. Yellow Option Blue Option Navy option to size 22 Cream option to size 18 - The Knits Tip... Use these items as a guide, buy the exact item or choose something similar that suits your body shape and colouring. The Long Cardigan - for Spring and Summer choose one in lightweight linen or cotton This option Alternative budget option 1 The Lacey Knit - Crochet and lace knits are this season's must have This option Alternative budget option 1 The Tie Knit - Ties appear everywhere from sleeves to hems This option Alternative budget option The Coloured Short Sleeve Knit - perfect for the transition in to Spring This option - Yellow This option - Pink - The Accessories Tips... If you can't wear heels choose something similar with a low block heel or small kitten heel. Or try a "flatform" shoe that gives height but keeps your foot flat. Choose your necklace size based on your scale. Avoid a big chunky necklace if you are petite and if you are tall or plus size avoid tiny dainty necklaces. CORE PIECES The Loafer This option Alternative budget option The Neutral Handbag This option Alternative option Pendant Necklace and Bracelet This option, Necklace Bracelet Alternative budget option necklace Alternative Bracelet Flat Smart shoes This option Alternative budget option Navy Scarf This option Alternative designer option Navy Smart Bag This option Alternative budget option Coloured Tote This option Alternative budget option Coloured Necklace This option Alternative budget option Multi Coloured Heels This option Alternative sandal option Accent Scarf This option Alternative option YELLOW PIECES Scarf This option Alternative option Saddle Bag This option Alternative option Sandals This option Alternative Wedge option PINK PIECES Scarf This option Alternative designer option Shoes This option Alternative lower wedge Alternative with 1/2 sizes LAPIS PIECES Scarf This option Alternative designer option Tote Bag This option Alternative option - Week 1 Outfits Here are your first 7 outfits: Plus one alternative to outfit 4 for Cool colouring Capsule pieces used: Outfit 1 - Suede Biker Jacket, statement sleeve top, Navy scarf, Coloured tote, Wide slouchy trousers, Smart flats. Outfit 2 - The navy blazer, Jersey top, Coloured capris, Accent scarf, Multi coloured heels, Navy smart bag. Outfit 3 - Suede biker jacket, Trapeze top, Tie waist dress, Pendant necklace and bracelet, Neutral Bag, Loafers. Outfit 4 Warm - Print blouse, Tie waist skirt, Saddle bag, Sandals. Outfit 4 Cool - Print blouse, Tie waist Skirt, Coloured tote, Wedge shoes Outfit 5 - Rain coat, Tie knit, Tailored neutral trousers, The pendant necklace and bracelet, Neutral Bag, Loafers. Outfit 6 - Accent scarf, Denim dress, Trapeze top, Coloured tote, Smart flats. Outfit 7 - Print dress, Coloured necklace, Multi coloured heels, Navy smart bag. Options to buy: Coats and Jackets // Tops // Bottoms // Dresses // Knits // Accessories // - Week 2 Outfits Here are week 2's 7 outfits: Plus 4 alternatives for Warm colouring Capsule pieces used Outfit 1 Long cardigan, Trapeze top, Slouchy trousers, Pendant, Navy smart bag, Smart flats. Outfit 2 - Tie waist dress, Scarf Pink or Yellow, Pink shoes/Yellow sandals, Neutral bag or Yellow saddle bag.