Your Own Capsule Closet

The idea of your own capsule collection with pieces already hanging in your closet is blowing up on so many blogs and magazines. And while shopping in your own closet is not a new concept, somehow it feels fresh and all of the sudden genius. My closet feels muddled and with the depth of winter still upon us, getting involved in the hype seems like perfect timing. 

So I cleared a section of my closet and pulled ten looks that cover mostly daytime (including comfy ones) with a couple elevated looks for a dinner or date night. 

                                 

This took all of twenty minutes and made my closet look really cool. ha 

Now don't get it twisted, I am in work out clothes a lot like the best of them. And I am sure it will continue to be that way. But when I know the gym is not happening (or post workout) I have something to grab quickly in the morning and feel put together. Even if my day mostly includes returning emails/phone calls, epic stamp sessions at the kitchen table, and a fancy outing to Target. 

I highly recommend this little exercise. Plus, it makes you feel like you really have things together. ha  Here is what I have hanging up right now (either exact or close match to what I have). 

1. Cool girl LA Made leather block sweater $60 (on sale)

2. A classic J. Crew white cable sweater $79 (on sale)

3. The softest sweater/tee from Drifter  $225

4. A slightly heavy H&M striped tunic $17

5. The perfect plaid shirt by Rails $148 

6. A great tucked or untucked Joie Tank $82 (on sale)

Julie Billiard dolman sleeve tee $42 (forgot the pic, but a total staple for comfy days and travel!)

From Left: 

Spanx Leggings $68 really the best

Love a printed pant like these Joie Silk pants $166 (on sale)

These  Hudson suck it all in $165

Comfy J Brand cropped skinnies $218

I always feel so chic in high waisted flare jeans Frame $225

 1. A fun Adelyn Rae navy romper $98

2. Always a good idea, Lumiere stripe tee dress $38

3. Soft and almost pajama-ish Cloth & Stone chambray dress $138

Just add tights or leggings and you are set. Well at least for us super lucky cold weather girls. 

This will be my first "capsule" so we will see how it goes and how long it lasts. I plan to put these pieces away as I wear them then refill when everything has been worn. What do you think, into it? Would love to know if you would do it or if you have how it went. 

xo

Erin 

Back to Black

Though black has never been far from fashion week, there seemed to much more of it this time around in New York, London, and Paris.  

Crazy prints, neon, ornate brocade, sparkly pumps, all have their place, but sometimes it is nice to go black on black. Slimming, classic, and always with an edge, there is always a reason to go dark.  

1. Tibi $345

2. Marc Jacobs $598

3. J. Crew $118

4. Rag & Bone $168

5. Asos $89

6. Asos $60

7. Asos $62

8. BB Dakota $102

9. Alice + Olivia $398

10. Madewell $145

11. Topshop $96

12. Sabine $59

13. Marc Jacobs $34

14. Topshop $110

15. Madewell $168

16. Bauble bar $38

17. Report $99

18. J. Crew $89

19. All Saints $135

20. Christian Louboutin $1,495 

I had to include those Loubs. They are kind of out of control. I love how every other piece could easily fit into your favorite look and your budget. Eyeing those Sabine booties, drapey BB Dakota jacket, and Bauble Bar statement necklace. 

Which are your favorite? 

xo

Erin 

Laundry Room Re-do

Our laundry/mud room has been an eye sore for quite some time. It is actually a large space, but was being well underutilized and looking all around sad. 

The only thing missing from this before photo is a giant pile of shoes on the floor. Clearly that closet was a catch all for everything and nothing at all. 

We knew we needed to make some changes and found lots of inspiration from Pinterest. Some images were just for dreaming about and some actually had ideas we could use. 

And so the painters and contractor went to work and while there is still some work to be done, we now have a space that we can actually use. 

The new bench with cubbies, hooks and extra storage is fantastic. I found the bead board drying rack on this site for an incredible price. The mounted rack is genius and a huge space saver. We are still thinking about getting rid of the cabinet and getting stackables, then adding a counter with more storage. But for now, we are going to live with this and see what next steps will work best for us. 

Just a little home project that has made a huge difference. 

xo

Erin