7 Benefits of A Capsule Wardrobe

How can I write about how to declutter clothes and tips on creating a capsule wardrobe without telling you about the benefits of a capsule wardrobe?

I’m happy to announce that my all-season, all-occasions, uniquely-Julie, kinda-cute capsule wardrobe contains 45 items. This number excludes home clothes, undergarment, jewelry and bags. I may not survive Alaskan-type winters but I’ll be fine almost everywhere else.

Of course, please don’t take 45 as a target or anything. As long as you’re comfortable with what you have, the number doesn’t matter.

Here we go, 7 benefits of a capsule wardrobe.

1. It feels good to look inside your wardrobe

When you have a capsule wardrobe that contains only clothes you love and look good in, it’s awesome, like walking on sunshine. I mean, you won’t be in a hurry to close the wardrobe or hide your clothes from the world.

2. Savings: Time, space and money.

Time: You save time that would otherwise be spent on choosing an outfit, looking for a top you lost in your mountain of clothes, or tidying. Trust me, a capsule wardrobe is difficult to mess up. If it gets messy, it’s also a breeze to tidy up.
Once you’ve experienced the freedom a capsule wardrobe brings, I believe you wouldn’t shop as much. More time saved!

Space: Self-explanatory! I love clear spaces.

Money: Not buying as many clothes as before allows me to save more.
There’s often talk about buying quality items when it comes to minimalism, but you don’t necessarily have to do that.
I’m not rich, and frugality is too ingrained in me for me to invest in high-quality clothes and shoes. So what I do is take care of what I have.
If you have the means, buying better quality clothes and shoes would translate into savings in the long term. But loving what you already have is the best approach.

3. Reduce decision fatigue

This is the reason why Barack Obama, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg wear the same clothes everyday. Though we’re not wearing the same clothes everyday, it’s much easier to decide on what to wear with a capsule wardrobe. This way, you can devote that energy into making more important decisions or doing nothing. Cheers to a better life!

4. You learn what kind of clothes suit you.

I am petite, with a fairly boyish figure – small assets, not very small waist. As I decluttered my wardrobe and tried on my clothes, I realized that the best dresses/skirts for me hug my waist and has an A-line.

Knowing what suits your body helps you to dress better and makes it easier to shop for clothes should the need arise.

5. A capsule wardrobe forces you to be creative with your clothes

Creativity loves constraints. You would learn to pair your clothes in ways you never thought of doing. And you’ll have fun.

6. You’ll learn to be comfortable with lesser

Between the advertisements and keeping up with the Joneses, the general inclination of the modern society is to buy more and buy better. We’re tricked into thinking that we need a lot to live a secure and good life. Well, you can have a house full of fine things and still feel insecure and sad. Having a functional capsule wardrobe is a great first step to us realizing that “hey, I can get by very comfortably with lesser stuff!”

7. Easier to pack for travels or moves

Whether you’re packing for a vacation or a move, you’ll have a much easier time with a capsule wardrobe. Bea Johnson is the queen of minimalist wardrobes, all her clothes fit into a carry-on! I’m not there yet, and may never get there, but it’s still way easier for me than before.

So, are you interested in a capsule wardrobe now? I love my small and cute wardrobe. I know perfection doesn’t exist, but it feels pretty perfect to me.

What are your thoughts? Do you love a different look everyday, or are you working toward a capsule wardrobe? I’m an aspiring minimalist, but everyone is different and all opinions are welcome!

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