Packing it All up for Family
A Capsule Wardrobe for the Family Trip.
A capsule wardrobe is a carefully curated set of quality pieces that you can mix and match for a fun, vibrant range of looks for every situation.
This minimalist approach to fashion has become very popular the last few years, but we think that the capsule wardrobe really shows it’s advantages when it comes to preparing for your next trip - Think minimal to none when it comes to potential excess luggage or the accompanying fees.
Why do we believe in the benefits of a capsule wardrobe for your next trip? When it comes to family travel, there is already so much to organize. By choosing a few select items that complement each other and help build multiple outfits, you are easing one of the biggest travel headaches, Packing.
Even more, it makes life easier for you once you arrive at your destination - unpacking is a breeze when you haven’t brought multiple unnecessary items. Another advantage is in how easy and quick building the perfect outfit will be every day.
Who wants to waste time trying on multiple outfits while on holiday?
Now the fun part, building the perfect travel capsule wardrobe.
Follow our easy steps and we’re sure you’ll end up with the perfect personalized capsule wardrobe for your next getaway.
Get to know your destination and the theme of your trip. You can even go as far as checking the predicted weather while you’re there. Building a capsule wardrobe for a romantic island getaway is going to be very different to building one for a ski trip in the Alps.
Things to Do. Now onto the finer details, it’s time to work out what kind of activities you want to be doing while on your trip. Are you looking forward to lazy days by the pool or are you an active gal wanting to go on long scenic heights? Do you plan on having quiet intimate nights in, or are late nights partying more your thing? There’s no point packing two pairs of dancing shoes if you’re not planning on using them. Likewise, you may as well leave the hiking boots behind if you’re not going to stray too far from the poolside.
Choose a color theme. The easiest way to make sure you get the most out of your capsule wardrobe is by sticking to a color palette. This ensures that you will be able to mix and match all your pieces, optimizing the amount of combinations you can create out of a few key pieces and creating a cohesive overall look. From neutral earthy tones to bold reds, this is where you can really inject your personality into your capsule wardrobe.
Create your foundation. You’ve considered the destination, you’ve decided on how you want to spend your time away. You’ve even picked a personalized color palette that makes you feel confident. It’s time to create a foundation of a few basic pieces that you will be able to build the rest of your outfits around. Look at your current wardrobe, what pieces do you adore and why? Whether it’s that slinky little black dress that makes you feel divine or a pair of comfy yet sleek leggings (hyperlink) that can take you from yoga in the morning to a champagne brunch. Pick three must have items that instantly make you feel good when you wear them.
Pick out your favorite accessories that make you feel like the center of attention when you wear them. This will help keep the fun in your capsule wardrobe and bring your outfits together.
Create your capsule wardrobe. Now that you have a great foundation to build from, it’s time to create an entire holiday wardrobe around that foundation. We’ve created a sample checklist below of essentials for the perfectly customisable capsule wardrobe.
3 casual, basic tops (at least one t-shirt)
2 blouses or dressy tops
1 long sleeve shirt.
1 blazer
1 jacket
3 bottoms (1 pair of leggings, 1 pair of casual pants or shorts and another that can be dressed up or down depending on the event.
2 skirts
1 casual dress
2 dresses that can be dressed up or down
1 pair of dressy shoes
1 pair of comfortable everyday shoes
Your favorite jewelry and accessories to dress up each outfit.
We hope that with our tips and tricks, you will have the confidence to experiment with your own capsule wardrobe so that you can enjoy a stress free trip without compromising on your personal style.
Are we there yet?
