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Three Golden Rules to Building a Capsule Wardrobe

If you’ve recently purchased an Outfit Formulas® Capsule Wardrobe, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed when you see the shopping list. That’s totally normal, and we promise you’ll get the hang of it quickly! Before you start shopping, we want to share three rules we live by around here:

RULE #1: WE ARE CLOSET CURATORS, NOT CAUGHT-UP CONSUMERS!

We don’t buy clothes because we are bored or just because something is on sale. We buy clothes because something fills a gap in our wardrobe, makes us feel confident, and will serve us well. Those magical unicorn pieces are what we call a HECK YES! That leads us to rule #2…

RULE #2: IF IT’S NOT A HECK YES, IT’S A NO!

If you feel just ‘okay’ in something, the material is uncomfortable, or it’s not the most flattering cut- guess what will happen… you’ll rarely wear it and it will be a waste of your money. Nobody wants that! We’re here to help you learn what pieces will serve you best so that you can curate your closet with confidence.

RULE #3: IT TAKES TIME AND PATIENCE TO TRULY CREATE A CLOSET YOU LOVE. 

Start with what you already own to assess what you want to keep, toss or donate. 

If you find you still have gaps in your wardrobe after shopping your closet, you can review the suggested items on your list and choose what you want to buy first. Remember: you don’t have to buy it all at once to make this program work! Keep in mind the first two rules before you hit the stores.


The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here.

Who are Outfit Formulas Made For?

If you’re feeling uncomfortable in your clothes, welcome to the life-changing solution designed just for you. 

We think you’re worthy of something more than just ‘clothes’. So, we created Outfit Formulas® to make it easy for you to get back on track to feeling good. In three simple steps, simplify your closet with basic staples & seasonal trends, and learn how to pair them every day.

Outfit Formulas® can help anyone stuck in a style rut or in need of a style update. Our members include women of every stage of life. It truly is the all-inclusive solution for any body, size, age, and budget. 

Who Outfit Formulas® are for:

  • YOUNG WOMEN: who want to update their student wardrobe as they start their careers.
  • BUSY PROFESSIONALS: who don’t have time for a fight with their closet each morning.
  • WOMEN WHO WORK FROM HOME: where it’s easy to get caught up in work and let style fall by the wayside.
  • STAY-AT-HOME MOMS: who often dress more for utility than style because they have to.
  • MID-LIFERS: those who aren’t sure what’s in but want to look stylish and age-appropriate.
  • EMPTY NESTERS: who finally have time again to focus on themselves and want a fresh look.

Who Outfit Formulas® isn’t for:

  • Fashionistas or anyone looking for runway style. We cater to everyday women who are rebuilding their wardrobes.
  • Anyone not willing to get out of your comfort zone.

The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here.

What is an Outfit Formula?

Much like combining the ingredients from a recipe to create a meal, an Outfit Formula is a combination of pieces to create a complete look. It’s like meal planning for your closet! Well, what is an Outfit Formula anyway?

This is sometimes called an ‘outfit uniform’ as well. You probably have a few ‘go to’ formulas you use already without even realizing it. For example, Jeans + T-Shirt + Cardigan + Flats. That sounds like a regular, everyday outfit that you’ve likely worn many times before.

If you think about the formula in mathematical terms, a formula is meant to be evaluated. That is, you replace all variables in it with specific values. As such, the ‘variables’ of Jeans + T-Shirt + Cardigan + Flats can be replaced with ‘specific values’ like:

  • Dark Wash Jeans + Striped T-Shirt + Red Cardigan + Leopard Ballet Flats
  • White Jeans + Solid Navy T-Shirt + Beige Cardigan + Strappy Sandal Flats
  • Light Wash Jeans + White T-Shirt + Grey Cardigan + Red Flats

Each of these options still include the variables of Jeans + T-Shirt + Cardigan + Flats, but the details of each piece vary to create three completely different looks. When you consider an outfit formula, look at your closet for ‘specific values’ and your outfit options will become endless. You’ll never say you have nothing to wear again!

Outfit Formulas® can help anyone stuck in a style rut or in need of a style update. Our members include women of every stage of life. It truly is the all-inclusive solution for any body, size, age, and budget.

Who Outfit Formulas® are for:

  • Young women who want to revamp their wardrobe as they begin their careers.
  • Busy professionals who are looking to save time and simplify their closets.
  • Women who work from home who want to keep up their style even though they don’t work in an office.
  • Stay at home moms who want to be stylish without sacrificing comfort.
  • Mid-lifers who aren’t sure what’s in style vs what’s on trend but want to look stylish and appropriate for their age.
  • Empty nesters who finally have time again to focus on themselves and want to refresh their looks.


The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here.

Trench Coat + Striped Top + Boyfriend Jeans + Leopard Flats

Striped and leopard are one of our favorite combos. Did you know we consider both of those patterns a neutral?! You can essentially pair it with almost anything for a chic look. Here’s how to style both in a spring look!

TRENCH COAT: 

A light khaki color classic trench coat, neutral lightweight jacket, or cardigan works for this look!

STRIPED TOP: 

A black and white striped long-sleeved or short-sleeved tee shirt will work. You can choose your favorite stripes, or stick with a horizontal thin black striped pattern. 

BOYFRIEND JEANS:

Medium wash boyfriend jeans, distressed or not, work for this outfit. You can also choose any skinny, flare, or wide-leg jeans in a medium wash, too!

LEOPARD FLATS: 

Leopard loafer-style flats or any neutral printed flat is great to complete this Outfit Formula. 

About Outfit Formulas®

Much like combining the ingredients from a recipe to create a meal, an Outfit Formula is a combination of pieces to create a complete look. It’s like meal planning for your closet! The beauty of an Outfit Formula® is that you can make it your own by shopping your closet and filling in any gaps by looking for similar pieces at your favorite stores. The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here.

Chambray Top + Gray Tee + White Bottoms + Color Flats

Nothing says spring like white jeans! White denim is a closet staple around here, even in the winter (yes, really!). 

CHAMBRAY TOP: 

Long-sleeved medium wash chambray button-down shirt or your favorite chambray or Oxford shirt works! Be mindful of the cut you choose; a collared shirt will work best for layering.

A denim jacket can be substituted when styled as a top layer!

GRAY TEE: 

Gray v-neck tee shirt or any style gray tee-shirt, long or short-sleeved works!

WHITE BOTTOMS:

Choose your favorite white jeans, or, chino-style pant works, too! In the summer, you can substitute white shorts. 

COLORED SHOES: 

Make your outfit pop! Any solid bright sandals, mules, or flats work, depending on the weather. We love a bright red!

About Outfit Formulas®

Much like combining the ingredients from a recipe to create a meal, an Outfit Formula is a combination of pieces to create a complete look. It’s like meal planning for your closet! The beauty of an Outfit Formula® is that you can make it your own by shopping your closet and filling in any gaps by looking for similar pieces at your favorite stores. The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here.

Denim Jacket + Solid Neutral Dress + White Sneakers

This is a classic look that’s great for warm days and chilly nights in the spring. Layers are key to seasonal weather changes!

DENIM JACKET:

A medium wash denim jacket or any favorite denim jacket or vest. A chambray shirt can also be substituted when styled as a top layer!

SOLID NEUTRAL DRESS: 

Black midi tank dress or a solid neutral dress. A sleeveless cut will work best for layering in the spring!

WHITE SNEAKERS:

White leather sneakers or your favorite white shoes or sandals. You can really make the outfit pop with a pair of leopard patterned shoes, too!

About Outfit Formulas®

Much like combining the ingredients from a recipe to create a meal, an Outfit Formula is a combination of pieces to create a complete look. It’s like meal planning for your closet! The beauty of an Outfit Formula® is that you can make it your own by shopping your closet and filling in any gaps by looking for similar pieces at your favorite stores. 

The Outfit Formulas® Style Guides help you choose the right clothing from your favorite stores with our easy shopping lists, and pair them effortlessly with our daily outfit ideas. You can learn more about how it works and the benefits of building your own capsule wardrobe here