Core Wardrobe

2015

My wardrobe has been in a holding pattern since the birth of my son over two years ago. I dislike shopping and taking a little one along was an easy deterrent from the idea. I also felt a bit stuck on where to start. After evaluating and paring down my closet, I determined I have a lot of pieces that don’t pair up with anything else. I started to make a list of what I would need to make complete outfits and quickly felt overwhelmed by a list that was going to get pretty long. On hold again.

I’ve seen the Core Wardrobe idea here and there and decided to go that route, starting with making basic pieces in neutrals that could be paired with almost anything.

I’m getting a little help from Vivienne Files and Collete’s Wardrobe Architect  2015.

So Far:

Core Neutrals are black, charcoal gray, and cream. I’m still unsure about the Core Colors I’m going to use. I love color and am having a hard time choosing a couple to be primary, but am leaning toward bike red and cobalt blue.

(My thoughts on the Core Wardrobe efforts of 2015 here.)

Fall/Winter Core Wardrobe Pieces…so far

Ann T Top

Jasper w/ Cowl

Tonic 2 Tee

Asymmetric Tee

Drop Pocket Cardigan

Faux Leather Jacket

Ann T, Jasper, Tonic 2 tee, Asymmetric Tee, Drop pocket cardigan, Faux leather jacket, .

Spring/Summer Core Wardrobe Pieces…so far

McCalls 6559

Kirsten Kimono Tee

Peasant blouse

Cobalt Shorts

Bonnell Dress

Lindy Petal Skirt

Charcoal shorts

Wendy Top

Jade Skirt

Burda Skirt

McCalls 6559, Kirsten Kimono Tee, Peasant blouse, Cobalt Shorts, Bonnell dress, Lindy Petal Skirt, Charcoal Shorts, Wendy top, Jade Skirt, Burda Skirt,