Using Stitch Fix to Build A Capsule Wardrobe :: Stitch Fix Unboxing #3
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My fourth Stitch Fix box came this week. Though I felt like my last box wasn’t really a match with my style (except for two wonderful pieces), my stylist really nailed it this time!
This time I asked my stylist to send me a couple of pieces that would be good for church or evenings out. I am still in between sizes and have not had many options for church or the (very) occasional date nights. My stylist also sent a few other pieces that really match style, too. Comfortable. Classic.
As I start thinking about my spring wardrobe, I’m beginning to loosely plan for a capsule wardrobe for my closet. If you are unfamiliar with the capsule wardrobe concept, the gist is that you take a minimalist approach and put together 20 or so items that all coordinate and can be mixed and matched.
I plan to use my next few Stitch Fix boxes to gather pieces that will fit into my capsule wardrobe. I will share more on this as I build my capsule, but for now I just say I will be focusing on my favorite colors and versatile tops and bottoms. You can find lots of capsule wardrobe inspiration on Pinterest. I love this one and this one. Oh, and this one too.
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4 Tips for Using Stitch Fix to Build A Capsule Wardrobe
1. Pick a color palette.
One of the best ways to ensure a closet of clothes that work well with each other is to pick a handful of colors to buy clothes in. Pick colors that you love and that you know look good on you.
2. Be clear about what you need.
Stitch Fix is great about asking for requests and listening to what you need. Before each box is sent, they give you an opportunity to share requests. If you are lacking a great pair of jeans, ask for one or two to try. Keep your style profile up to date, as well, so your stylist can send clothes that will fill in any gaps in your wardrobe.
3. Fill your style board.
Stitch Fix’s stylists want to know what you like so they can send you clothes you’ll love. One way they do this is by referencing your Pinterest boards. Create a board on Pinterest and fill it with pictures of clothes and outfits that match your style, then link it to your style profile on Stitch Fix.
4. Only keep what fits into your capsule. (Or what you LOVE).
The opposite of a capsule wardrobe is a closet overflowing with pieces that you wear infrequently or that only coordinate with one other piece of clothing. A capsule wardrobe is intentional and minimal. Which is a great thing because it reduces overwhelm. If an item arrives in your box but does not match what you are working towards, then send it back and wait for an item that suits your capsule better.
Caveat: If you get something in your box that doesn’t fit your capsule but you LOVE it, then do keep it! At least, that’s what I would do.
Stitch Fix Unboxing #3
Market & Spruce :: Zansia Curved Hem Knit Top
This shirt is so soft! And gray is one of my favorite colors. I especially love the length of the shirt since finding shirts that are long enough can be a challenge. I am sure this shirt will get a lot of wear, and I’m sure it will go with several pieces in my closet.
Verdict: Keep!
Pink Clover :: Clyde Chambray Top
A chambray shirt is a classic piece and so versatile! It definitely belongs in my capsule wardrobe.
Verdict: Keep.
Faith + Zoe :: Romina Maxi Skirt
I LOVE this skirt! The pleats and sheer layer are feminine and pretty, and I love the color and length.
Verdict: Keep.
Staccato :: Marabell Open Cardigan
Gray and mustard are my favorite colors. So can you have too many cardigans in your favorite color? That’s what I’m asking myself…
Verdict: Still deciding!
Just Black :: Drake Scissor Hem Skinny Jean
I took a chance on asking for pants because I wasn’t sure of my size and am still trying to lose weight after my last baby. But, these actually fit! (Though they are a tad tight). My husband is concerned that they bunch in the legs too much. I am going to try them on a couple more times before I decide whether to keep them or not. I like them a lot otherwise.
Verdict: Still deciding.
What do you think? Which would you keep?
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i’ve been toying with the idea of doing a capsule wardrobe! Thank you for sharing the process with us. I would probably go with burgandy and black.
My colors are typically earth tones of blue, green, and wine.
Like the concept and might have to try them.
I have been wanting to try stitch fix for sometime now. My colors for my capsule would be gray and pink.
Love the chambray shirt! I need one!
Everyone needs a chambray shirt!
I would love to try stitch fix. I need help with my wardrobe.
I love the yellow shirt & the black jeans/pants. That’s my style. Something simple but very user friendly because of my MS & living the farm life (in case of emergencies I don’t want to be knee deep while in a dress or skirt)
I love the stripe top and those jeans!!! Also love the mustard colored sweater! All is so cute!!
What an amazing giveaway!!! I LOVE the stuff you got in this book, granted I am not much of a mustard wearer. I would definitely have blue in my color palette but after that it is hard for me to decide. Probably a plum but I just love having a variety of colors and I’m not very good at what goes well together.
I’m not the best at that either. I love that Stitch Fix picks out items for me 😉
this is such a fun prize!!? I’ve never tried stitch fix and would love to! I’m also in between sizes thanks to baby but would love a few items for this weird phase!!
Also i’m making your black tea in the Instant Pot… we love!
I know that weird phase well! It’s definitely nice to have a few items to feel good in, even while waiting to get back to a (new) normal size.
I think burgundy and grey would be in mine 😉 and a hunter green and navy blue maybe!
Ah Lisa, I love this post! I have been wanting to try stitch fix. I am loving plum and gray right now 🙂
I love that combination! I bet you look great in plum!
I’m so ready to embrace the capsule wardrobe concept. I’ll need to include coral, royal blue, and my standard black.
Ah yes! Coral is one of my favorites too. Definitely has a place in my wardrobe!
Thank you for sharing your Stitch Fix experience! I need a new fix!
I think there are cuter mustard cardigans out there! Keep looking!
I love black and grey, with colorful accents, like rose, turquoise, red and other bright colors.
Love those colors too!
I think my color choices would be Burgundy, Brown, olive, mustard tops. I do love that mustard blouse though. That would be fun to try. If I were you, I’d keep them all. They all look great on you.
I did keep them all. The 25% discount is so nice!
Love my neutrals in the cool colors. Then my favorite colors are hot pink, turquoise, lavender and mint green.
Naturals in the cool color chart. My favorite colors are hot pink, turquoise and mint green.
This capsule wardrobe thing is Intriguing to me! I think I would have to include black and teals or black and reds. I really need to investigate this idea a little more!
It helps to simplify things so much!
I would certainly have blue, teal, and royal purple. And lets not forget about the good ol’ denim. I’ve been watching Stitch Fix for a LONG time… I really want to try it, but I’ve been waiting for finances to catch up with everything else…. I haven’t fully given up yet–someday! 🙂
I understand that! It will be worth the wait and so fun when they do!
I love the idea of others picking out my clothes . I can be indecisive when it comes to picking clothes. I love to wear oranges and grays.
I’m the same way. It’s really nice having someone send clothes they think will look good on me and fit my style. One less thing to
Neutrals with greens, creams, some yellow. Not a ton of black. Nursing friendly.
My foundation color is black, but I’d add purple and green to jazz it up.
I would have blues and purples! I love chambray too!
I love the Chambray top! My favorite colors are blues, grays, & purples.
All my favorite colors!
Would be fun to try – to have someone else shop for me! I wear a lot of black, brown and navy blue pants with bright vests; I love vests – I have dozens (whether they’re out of style or not!)
I would request purple and red colors. Some new dresses would be fun.
Hey!!! My wardrobe colors would be teal, maroon, black, grey, and coral !
This does make we want to try stitch fix when I get more clothes again. I wear alot of black and need to expand my color pallet.
I have such a hard time with colors because my hair color changes so frequently but probably black, gray, teal, and mustard. But I also love pink and purple! This is why I don’t have a capsule wardrobe ?
I’ve not heard of this company before, but I plan to check it out. Since going back to work part-time, I realize I need a wardrobe update. I love purple, but I don’t find a lot of purple in stores. I think this company will be a good source to add a purple top or two to my wardrobe.
I agree! I would definitely give them a chance to surprise you with some new items!
What a neat way to shop! I would need some black, also rose and light purples among other interesting colors. Then I would need to do a total purging of clothes I have but don’t wear!!
The purging is an important step 😉
I started and this is my second box! My stylist also nailed it. I did get something like the striped shirt you had. I was thinking about. Totally undecided. Thank you for sharing!
That’s great!
It all looks so cute! I think you should keep the cardigan!
I tend to wear a lot of purple/burgundy/fushia paired with black to work and events, but I LOVE a good pair of blue jeans and a comfy top. Also, my favorite color is blue. I have so much stuff I need to purge in my closet…I like the capsule closet idea. Love following you!
This is so neat! I would choose blues, purples, greens, etc…I love color!
I love everything on this box! Especially the skirt and stripped shirt.
My capsule would have sage green and pink.
Thanks for the opportunity
I love those colors together!
Blue! I love all shades of blue, especially vibrant blues! And, Black is classic and goes with everything (and it’s “slimming “)! With either of these as a base, I would add splashes of color (coral, green, yellow)!
My favorite color is teal, not sure what else I would like. I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe! So easy!
I really dislike shopping and Stitch Fix is a great way to refresh my wardrobe!
My capsule would be red, gray and yellow. I would love to try Stitch Fix!!!
My colors would be browns and creme colors!
Purple and pink
I would ask for peach, white and denim items!
Colors are great on you!
Thank you!
My closet is full of simple target t shirts and a few cute shirts. I need to go through my closet but need to wait until after I have my baby. I tend to gravitate towards purples and blues.
I love stitch fix. My colors are gray and navy!
I love blue and orange colors for my wardrobe.
My capsule would contain burgundy and rose color. Everything looks great on you.
My wardrobe would be mostly neutral colors, black and lots of stripes, I love stripes!
I just signed up! So excited to get my first box! I think green would be my color.
So fun! I’m excited for you!
I think a capsule would be hard the more I think about colors.. how could I narrow it down? Need purple for sure though!
I love how happy you are in these clothes!
My capsule would have to have blue……all shades
The skirt is great!!!!! Perfect for a capsule wardrobe.
I agree! I love it!
I love color so it would be hard to narrow it down for a capsule. I do love mustard yellow
Its a little hard to see perfectly in the pic, but the jeans seem to fit amazing!!
My closet is currently the overflowing with stuff I don’t wear. I’m a hoarder by nature. ((Sigh)) …. I’d have to ask stitch fix to send me some color, because I wear a lot of black. It’s slimming! Haha!! I love the hemline on the striped shirt they sent you though.