I previously wrote a blog post on How To Build A Capsule Wardrobe. Some wonder how much items they should have to comprise a capsule wardrobe. Some suggested it should be around 25-50 items. Some suggested it should be lower those mentioned numbers considering capsule wardrobe idea sprung from the minimalist movement. Some mentioned there is no exact number for it. I agree with last one.

I prefer to have a wardrobe of basic things for me to mix and match. I will put a list below for my capsule wardrobe.
OUTER WEAR
- 2 cardigans (different monochromatic colour)
- 1 sporty jacket
- 1 dressy jacket (for special occasions)
- 1 leather jacket *optional
- 1 trenchcoat *optional
SPECIAL OCCASION
- long gown
- cocktail dress
- little black dress
- formal white dress
CASUAL UPPER WEAR
- 3 plain t-shirt
- 1 Breton Mariniere striped 3/4 shirt or long sleeves
- 1 striped t-shirt
- 2 monochromatic polo shirt
- 2 monochoromatic spaghetti strap shirt
- (2 monochromatic casual sleeveless top)
- 1 graphic tshirt
DRESSY UPPER WEAR
- 2 dressy tops
- 2 monochromatic button down shirts
- 1 white button down shirt (preferable oversize – own preference)
- 2 3/4 or long sleeves monochromatic tops
BOTTOMS
- 2 skinny jeans
- 1 baggy jeans
- 1 black jeans
- 1 cropped jeans
- 1 tattered jeans *optional
- 1 coloured or patterned jeans
- 2 slacks (preferable black and brown)
- 1 culottes
SKIRTS
- 2 A-line skirts
- 1 pleated skirt
- 1 short pattern skirt
- 1 bohemian long skirt
- 1 sequinned skirt *optional
- 1 leather skirt *optional
SHORTS
- 1 denim shorts
- 2 coloured/pattern shorts
- 2 cotton shorts
- 1 textured shorts *optional
DRESSES
- 3 work dress (to include a wrap dress)
- 1 sundress
- 1 sleeveless long dress
- 2 short-sleeve short dresses
- 1 sleeveless dress
- 1 bandage dress
SWIMWEAR
- 1 two piece bikini (preferable high waisted)
- 1 one piece
- 1 cover-up
SHOES
- 2 pair of ballet flats in different colour
- 1 pair of stilettos (preferable black)
- 1 pair of work heels
- 1 pair of topsiders
- 1 platform slippers
- 1 dressy thongs
- 2 rubber beach slipper (one basic and one with straps)
- 1 sneakers
- 1 dressy slippers (glittery would be nice)
BAGS
- 1 tote bag
- 1 casual bag
- 1 hand bag
- 1 crossbody bag
- 1 wristlet
- 1 canvas bag
- 1 beach bag
- 1 work bag *optional
- 1 backpack
- 1 party clutch
ACCESSORIES
- pearl stud earrings
- diamond earrings
- 2 chandelier earrings (one with pure gold)
- 1 beach earrings
- 1 silver hoops
- pearl necklace
- pendant necklace
- layer necklace
- statement necklace
- gold stud earrings
- 1 straight long earrings
- 1 quirky earrings
- 1 casual watch
- 1 work/fancy watch
- 2 bangles (gold and silver)
- 1 bracelets with charms
I know this list looks exhaustive. But some people don’t realised how much dresses they have or dressy tops they have accumulating their closet. This list are most basics that are perfect for mix and match. All are well-thought of for specific occasions. Once I complete my capsule wardrobe, if I want to buy more from my list, I must either replace the one on my wardrobe or wait for it to be worn-out. This list are more for my own preference and lifestyle. If you create your own, it should reflect your own lifestyle. It may be shorter or longer than my list here.
Hope this will guide you when you create your own capsule wardrobe list.