This Article is All About The Classy and Affordable Summer Capsule Wardrobe
Looking classy and expensive is the latest trend this year. For that reason, we need basic pieces that look extremely elegant and are easy to style.
A classy wardrobe doesn’t have to be expensive or big. You only need to find classic pieces that embrace your body perfectly and whose colors favor your skin tone and hair color.
The good news is that it is way easier to look classy in summer than in any other season of the year. You only need to choose wisely everything you buy and wear.
Capsule Wardrobe Tips
These are the best tips to keep in mind when building a classy summer capsule wardrobe from Scratch
- Wear what looks best on you, not what looks cute on its own
It may sound pretty obvious, but you need to find pieces that embrace your body and fit you perfectly.
A clothing piece that is really cute but doesn’t look good on you it’s just not worth it, and you’ll probably never wear it.
- Stick to the basic, minimalist pieces
You need to build a summer capsule wardrobe with minimalist pieces so you can create as many outfits as possible.
Remember, one of the rules to look classy and expensive is the simpler, the better.
Stick with the basics, and don’t add pieces with prints unless you think you can make multiple outfits with them.
- You don’t need that many bottoms
When building a classy wardrobe, especially in summer, you don’t need that many bottoms.
Three bottoms are more than enough to create infinitive outfits for different occasions.
You just have to choose which bottoms look better on your body type and what kind of colors are the best options for you. Always go for nude colors.
For a classy summer capsule wardrobe, a pair of shorts, pants, and a midi skirt are the only bottoms you’ll need.
- Nude colors
Make sure almost all the pieces in your summer capsule wardrobe are Nude colors. That way, they will be easier to style and will always look elegant.
- Elegant neck styles
Make sure the tops you choose have elegant neck styles. V-neck and square-neck tops are perfect for summer. They are casual but still classy.
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Classy and affordable Capsule Wardrobe for Summer 2023
Beige Strapless Top – Black Top – Striped button-up shirt – white tank top – white button-up shirt – brown swimsuit– shorts – white bikini – black swimsuit – black dress – straw bag – Sun hat – white jeans – black jeans – brown heeled Sandals – sneakers – flats – black heels
Tank tops
Tank tops are a must-have every summer, whether you want to look classy or not. You can create infinite elegant summer outfits with a high-quality white tank top.
I would buy three tank tops colors: white, black and beige. However, a white one will work just fine since we are in a more affordable capsule wardrobe.
Strapless tops
Strapless tops are perfect for looking classy on a budget. Just make the neck style looks elegant -like the one in the capsule wardrobe- rather than cheap.
It’s time to fall in love with strapless tops again. They are super easy to style and very practical when traveling.
Also, you don’t need to wear a strapless top alone. You can style it with a blazer, a scarf, and many more.
Button-up shirts
Button-up shirts are simply essential in your closet. They are just perfect for brunch, dates, and shopping days.
A white button-up shirt it’s a basic piece you can wear on repeat and create different outfits with it every single day.
If you want to nail the Old money aesthetic, a striped button-up shirt could also be a great option. A very trendy piece right now that screams elegance.
White jeans
White jeans are the most classy-not-classy bottoms for summer. They are casual, but with the right top, you can build a semi-formal look.
I think flare jeans are perfect for summer. If you style them with brown-heeled sandals, you’ll look rich and elegant without even trying.
Black Jeans
Black jeans are also a summer essential. Very basic but still practical, especially when in a hurry.
Plain black jeans can make a classy look as long as they aren’t ripped and are high-waisted
Bodysuits
A black bodysuit can be really practical when traveling. It’s the perfect and most easy piece to lawyer up and build a last-minute classy outfit.
One-piece swimsuits
One-piece swimsuits are in style this summer thanks to the old money trend. They are the most elegant swimsuits that will make you look like a rich Italian enjoying the beach.
Brown or white one-piece swimsuits will make you look like a goddess, especially if you’re tanned.
High-waisted shorts
High-waisted shorts are super trendy this summer. They will look even more elegant if you add a brown belt. Definitely, The perfect piece for building a casual but classy look in this extremely hot summer.
Black dress
A black dress is our life savior every summer when we just don’t know what to wear.
The perfect summer black dress is a midi with a V-neck and puff sleeves. We love puff sleeves. They make everything look chic and cute.
Straw bag
A straw bag is classy and practical, especially when traveling. Very easy to style.
If you want to make it look chic and elegant, you can wrap a silk scarf around the bag hanger.
White sun hat
Suh hats are definitely having a comeback this summer. They are one of the most elegant accessories a woman can wear right now.
Sun hat + beautiful midi summer dress = The best summer outfit for sophisticated ladies
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Brown heeled sandals
Heeled sandals are a must-have when it comes to classy summer shoes. Especially right now, with the old money style becoming more and more popular.
A pair of brown heeled sandals are pretty casual but still elegant. Perfect for a dress outfit or an all-white look.
Black strappy heels
Black strappy heels are just what you need for summer parties and fancy dinners. They are classic and minimalist shoes that go perfectly with everything you want to wear.
If you love heels, you probably already have some black strappy heels in your closet by now.
White sneakers
White sneakers are the ultimate classy sports shoes.
Just to be clear, sports shoes are not exactly classy, but it is true that some are more elegant-looking than others, like white sneakers.
When buying Sneakers, you want a high-quality cute pair. A pair that looks expensive to nail the Old money sporty look.
Outfit ideas with the classy and affordable summer capsule wardrobe
Outfit 1
This is a comfy, classy look. The white button-up shirt is chic and goes perfectly with the High-waisted shorts and the brown belt.
The brown flats are the comfy touch that gives us a more relaxed look without looking cheap.
Outfit 2
If you love wearing black as much as I do, you know that a black dress outfit is a must in summer.
The strappy heels make the look more classy, while the straw bag keeps it casual.
You can add some dressy flats if you want a fully casual look.
Outfit 3
A minimalistic but still cute look for a summer trip to Europe. The strapless tops and the heeled sandals make the outfit more chic, while the white flared jeans keep it casual and modest.
