Travel: Summer vacation capsule wardrobe

Like for my daily wardrobe, I made a capsule wardrobe for my 17 day vacation in Florida and why not share it with you guys! Maybe it'll come in handy when you're going on a vacation yourself! Start with reading my tips for traveling light before you start making your own capsule wardrobe.

The Basics - Foundation
Start with picking items that will be the foundation for your wardrobe, neutral colors. I'm a lover of black and grey, so that's what you'll find in my basic items. I also added some denim and white. I choose 7 tops, which I can layer. 1 jacket, 2 dresses that can be worn casual or classy. 3 long trousers, but not to warm and 2 shorts.

1. White singlet (H&M)
2. Black singlet (H&M)
3. Black shorts (The Sting)
4. Light denim shorts (G-Star)
5. Dark blue chino (Only)
6. Black legging (H&M)
7. Loose peg trousers (Only)
8. Grey maxi dress (Only)
9. Black long cardigan (H&M)
10. Denim blouse with studs (Forever21)
11. Leather Jacket (Goosecraft)
12. Little black dress (Asos)
13. Denim sleeveless jacket with studs (G-Star)
14. White t-shirt with lace (H&M)
15. Black and grey shirt (H&M)

Interest - Colors and patterns
When I'm done with the basics I added two colors, mint and coral. I went through my wardrobe and picked out everything with those colors in it and from there I decided which items will go with me to Florida.

1. Coral dress (Vero Moda)
2. Mint singlet (The Sting)
3. Coral singlet (The Sting)
4. Patterned coral blouse with glitter (Vero Moda)
5. Short patterned mint dress (Forever21)
6. Black and white patterned shorts (The Sting)

Footwear
I never want to bring lots of shoes, because they're heavy and take up lots of space in your suitcase. So I decided to bring one pair of fashionable running shoes, so I can wear those on days we have to walk a lot and I can wear them on runs. Because I'll be running on vacation too! So, multiple purposes for these shoes! I'll also wear them on the plane, so I won't need the space in my suitcase.

1. LunarGlide 6 (Nike)
2. Black flip flops (Reef)
3. Beige shoes (Toms)
4. Black sandals (Invito)

I also made some combinations for you, so can see what you can do with these items:

I really hope this will help with making your own capsule wardrobe for your vacation, you really don't need lots of stuff, because you'll probably wear only half of it or less. It's also fun and helpful to make some combinations up front and photograph them with your phone. Then you can scroll through possible outfits when you're still in bed!

Capsule Wardrobe: Winter 2014/2015

Hey there! I'm excited to share my first season's capsule wardrobe with you. Most items I've picked out I already had in my wardrobe. I had to purchase just two items. I'm planning to share lots of outfit posts, so you're able to see how I mix and match all of these items coming winter. Again, I didn't include any jewelry. In project 333 they see January-March as a winter season, but I'll be doing this from December 1st (2014) till the end of February (2015), because I'm in Florida in March, so no winter clothing for me! Anyways, this is what I'm going to wear this winter:

1. Winter coat (G-Star) - 2. Leather jacket (Only) - 3. Winter coat (Only) - 4. Black blazer (Only) - 5. Bordeaux blazer (Pull & Bear) - 6. Black vest (H&M) - 7. Beige vest (Primark) - 8. Aztec print (H&M) - 9. Purple singlet (H&M) - 10. Black singlet (H&M) - 11. Blue t-shirt (H&M) - 12. Grey dress with leather shoulder patches (The Sting) - 13. Purple dress (H&M) - 14. Grey sweater (H&M) - 15. Knitted sweater (H&M) - 16. Black long sleeve (HEMA) - 17. Dark blue skinnies (MET) - 18. Black skinnies (Levi's) - 19. Light blue skinnies (Only) - 20. Black legging (H&M) - 21. Black biker legging (The Sting) - 22. Aztec scarf (Modemusthaves) - 23. Small black purse (Invito) - 24. Dark gray circle scarf (handmade) - 25. Beige circle scarf (handmade) - 26. Cherry red bookbag (Dr. Martens) - 27. Big black bag (Invito) - 28. Black beanie (H&M) - 29. Leather gloves (HEMA) - 30. Leather belt (H&M) - 31. Black sneakers (Supra) - 32. Black ankle heels (Invito) - 33. Black biker boots (Hilfiger Denim).

Check out the Project 333 website and try it for yourself. http://theproject333.com/getting-started/

Project 333: Explanation

I started something called project 333. With this project you basically create a capsule wardrobe of 33 items that you then wear for the next 3 months, nothing new/else. It's a way to learn how to be happy with less. I've watched lots of capsule wardrobe and project 333 videos on YouTube and I'm finally ready to do this!

Here are the rules copied directly from the website: http://theproject333.com/

The Basics 
When: Every three months (It’s never too late to start so join in anytime!)
What: 33 items including clothing, accessories, jewelry, outerwear and shoes.
What not: these items are not counted as part of the 33 items – wedding ring or another sentimental piece of jewelry that you never take off, underwear, sleep wear, in-home lounge wear, and workout clothing (you can only wear your workout clothing to workout)
How: Choose your 33 items, box up the remainder of your fashion statement, seal it with tape and put it out of sight.
What else: consider that you are creating a wardrobe that you can live, work and play in for three months. Remember that this is not a project in suffering. If your clothes don’t fit or are in poor condition, replace them.

I'm choosing not to include jewelry, because I don't wear it a lot.

I've started this project by cleaning out my closet. Lots of it is in boxes to sell at a local flee market, what was left are clothes I absolutely love. Everything that isn't in season, I boxed too and put it up the attic. Now I'm left with a really neat closet!

In the last month, I'll start planning my wardrobe for the next three months, I'll buy the items I need/miss in the last two weeks. This way, I won't spend lots of money on new clothes, everything I'll buy is something I need. I'm thinking to set aside a certain amount of money every month for this.

I already love this project and I can't wait to start planning for the next three seasons!