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Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- The Unbelievable Lift Scoop Balconette: sexy, supportive, and so lightweight!

- The Embraceable Wireless: I’ve recommended this wireless bra for large busts for years and was in need for a new one! 

- The Stunning Support Smooth Balconette: this is the perfect t-shirt bra for large busts with padded straps and disappears under knits

- The Stunning Starlet Multi-Way Strapless: recently improved for more support and more comfort, this wireless bra stays put and gives fab shape

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Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

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Earrings: Amazon
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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It was so funny and so quick I couldn’t not share! I bought this @hulkenbag a year ago and use it all the time. Carting shoot supplies, groceries, packing for road trips, and carting donations. This weekend @thenewdealcafe in @cityofgreenbelt hosted a community clothing swap so I made sure my family and I went through our summer wardrobes to gather that which we no longer needed or fit.

This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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Happy gotcha day, Oscar! Four years ago he came into our life and we are so happy to have in our family!

Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️
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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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A decade ago I was working full time in an office and was promoted to manage a good portion of my department. My blog was doing quite well, I was featured in local and national publications and websites. I was embracing what I felt to be a polished professional with an edgy vibe. Less color, more interesting accessories, and my first semi-designer bag (I still have that leopard print mini M.A.C. In the back of my closet). 

I have come to embrace color and have way less black in my closet now, but a lot of these looks are timeless and I would wear now… just likely with lower heels! 😂

Do you recall what you were wearing a decade ago? How similar is it to how you dress now?

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Fashion Advice, Capsule Wardrobes · January 18, 2019

Building a Dressy Capsule Wardrobe

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Building a dressy capsule wardrobe

One of the most requested capsule wardrobes from Wardrobe Oxygen readers is a dressy capsule wardrobe. Most of us don’t regularly attend dressy events so it’s nice to have a core wardrobe of clothing and accessories at the ready if such an occasion arises. A dressy capsule wardrobe will also prevent buyer’s regret. Last minute invite, nothing to wear, a race to the mall where you buy something you don’t love that costs more than you’d like and you never wear it again. Hopefully, this post will help you build a core wardrobe of dressy pieces that will save your sanity and your pennies when the next dressy event comes your way.

The Basics of a Dress Capsule Wardrobe

Dressy events are so varied, it can seem tough to create a capsule wardrobe. But in essence, it’s accessorizing basics. A few simple pieces of clothing lead varied lives with the switch of shoes and jewelry. While everyone’s personal style aesthetic, lifestyle, and events are different I’ve found these items to be the best core items for a dressy capsule wardrobe:

  • Not-so Little Black Dress. The LBD is iconic, the not-so LBD is a classic. Simple lines, sleeveless to elbow sleeves, hem ends somewhere around the kneecap. Preferably a shift or sheath style as fit and flare and unique silhouettes are both more memorable and harder to dress up. Look for a seasonless fabric (crepe, silk, tropical wool suiting fabrics like triacetate).
  • Black Pantsuit. One button, straight ankle-length pants, seasonless fabric like tropical weight wool, triacetate, or crepe.

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Steer clear of super-memorable details and embellishment so the pieces are versatile and timeless. These pieces may work in other aspects of your life like work and luncheons; it’s fine to wear them but try not to have one piece of the suit cleaned more than another or they may no longer be a perfect match.

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The Three Themes of a Dressy Capsule Wardrobe

A dressy capsule wardrobe is less about the clothing and more about the details. Shoes, bags, blouses, and jewelry are what will transform these closet basics into after-five attire. You want to collect pieces in three categories: Subtle, Sparkle, and Statement.

Subtle:

Neutral colors like black, ivory, and gray. Jewelry with less sparkle and more luster (think pearls instead of diamonds). Shoes that blend with the outfit or your skin. Simple bags and shoes that complement instead of stealing the spotlight.

Sparkle:

The easiest way to glam up wardrobe basics. Heeled sandals in a shiny metallic or pumps embellished with rhinestones. A silk tank covered in tonal beading. A sparkly black minauderie clutch. Chandelier earrings that catch the light with every step you take. A rhinestone cuff bracelet or cocktail ring.

Statement:

Pieces that add personality and pizazz. A hot pink satin camisole, leopard print silk heels, a purse dripping in fringe, a pair of rhinestone earrings that graze your shoulders or are in the shape of peacocks.

I recommend having at least one shoe, one bag, one top, and one piece of jewelry in each category. Depending on the event, you’ll wear all from one category or you’ll mix and match.

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A Dressy Capsule Wardrobe

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beaded statement necklace | black pouf earrings | amber sparkly earrings | pave bangles | silver flower earrings | black and crystal earrings | pink statement earrings | snakeskin clutch | black clutch | silver clutch | pink ombre clutch | black sparkle ring bag  | silver shoes | black shoes | nude shoes | pink tank | ivory camisole | black sequined shell

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Sample Outfits from the Dressy Capsule Wardrobe

With 8 pieces of clothing and a few accessories, I created over 25 looks for a variety of dressy situations. The outfits include the suit, the dress, the three blouses, but also a pair of dark jeans and a fitted turtleneck. These two pieces are found in most wardrobes and can also be found at most any price point. Click on any thumbnail graphic in the gallery below to see the full-size images. Hover over the images to find arrows to advance and go back within the gallery. Click the X at the top right of an enlarged image to close the gallery and return to this blog post.

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When to Spend, When to Save?

The most important pieces of a dressy capsule wardrobe are the core pieces – the dress and the suit.  For these, spend as much as you can to find the best quality and style.  If in doubt, size up.  Whether or not you sized up, take the pieces to a tailor to ensure an impeccable fit and take them back for alterations if you gain or lose weight or change your fitness routine.

Blouses, shells, and camisoles can be found at a variety of price points.  As with the suit and dress, consider having these tailored so they fit well, bras don't show, there's no gaping or bunching.

Jewelry and bags can often be acquired for very little. I’ve found amazing earrings on the clearance rack at a big box retailer, clutches at Goodwill, and this time of year is perfect for acquiring sparkly and shiny accessories on sale.  These are also pieces you can look for on vacation; it's fun to have pieces with a story and can start an engaging conversation at a dressy function.

How to build a dressy capsule wardrobe

Building Beyond the Basics: Expanding Your Dressy Capsule Wardrobe

Depending on your lifestyle and personal style, you may find the need to expand beyond this basic collection of clothing. You may need more variety, more color, more formality.  Some of my favorite additions to a dressy capsule wardrobe:

  • Crisp White Shirt: With pearl, white, or sparkly buttons a crisp white shirt can be paired with the suit or styled with a midi- to full-length skirt.  White shirts can sometimes be hard to fit, especially a body with curves.  A tailor can customize it to fit you perfectly. Consider wearing a sparkly brooch at the top button in place of a tie, or use a satin or velvet ribbon and tie it in a bow.
  • Black Dressy Jumpsuit: I mention the versatility of mine in my core wardrobe post.  In matte jersey, silk, crepe, or another dressy fabric such a piece can often prove as versatile as a not-so-little black dress.
  • Dressy Skirt: In a dressy fabric with a bit of stiffness, a full midi to full-length skirt can add a festive feel to dressy looks.  Pair with the crisp white shirt, a simple cashmere or Lurex turtleneck, a silk camisole, a beaded t-shirt, and much more.
  • Another Pantsuit: If you find yourself gravitating towards pantsuits, you may find the benefit of adding another dressy cocktail suit to the mix.  While ivory or winter white is the next dressiest color, you could do another subtle color in a dressy fabric (dove gray, blush pink, taupe, pewter, etc.)

What to Wear When?

It often hard to know what to wear for different occasions, since dress codes are more lenient, fashion trends are constantly changing, and many events don't provide a dress code.

  • Daytime: Go lighter. If it's a day event, lighten the look with nude-to-you shoes, jewelry with luster instead of sparkle (metal and pearls versus rhinestones), and more subtle of bags (leather and not-shiny fabrics in place of glitter and satin).
  • Evening: Catch the light. The way to make your suit or dress look appropriate for evening is to choose accessories that catch the light.  Shiny fabrics, sequins, beading, rhinestones, and crystals all do this and add drama and dressiness to a look.
  • Celebration: Dress the part. What's great about a wedding or holiday is it's a true celebration and you're permitted to dress the part. Wear color, statement earrings, whimsical bags, head-turning shoes. This is when it's appropriate to wear the sparkle or statement pieces.
  • Networking: Have one memorable detail. When attending a networking or work-related cocktail party I recommend choosing more subtle of details… but have one thing that stands out.  It could be a sparkly brooch, a fabulous pair of earrings, even your glasses.  This way, there's a visual cue to connect your name (“Jane, the one with that amazing beaded necklace”).

Dressy Capsule Wardrobe Q&A

  1. I don't like wearing black, is there a different color I can wear?  Black is by far the most versatile because it can dress up nicely, isn't memorable, and works all seasons of the year.  Ivory and winter white can work unless you're attending a wedding.  Dove gray could work if it's in a dressier fabric.  If you're known for wearing a certain color, it could become a signature and chosen for the dress.  However, when choosing a color other than black fabric choice is even more important.  Look for fabrics with a sheen and elegant finish (silk, crepe, taffeta, shantung, etc.).
  2. I didn't think you could wear black to a wedding.  This seems to be based upon religion and region.  While many parts of the country and places across the globe are fine with wearing black, others do not find it appropriate.  Do what is best for your personal situation.
  3. Do dressy shoes have to be heeled?  Nope, wear shoes that are most comfortable for you.  Stick to dressy fabrics (metallics, silk, velvet, crepe, satin) and look for details to have the shoe look more elegant and formal.  Thin straps, pointed and almond toes, slim heels, sparkly accents, etc.
  4. I don't see any wraps or shawls in this capsule. What if I get cold?  While wraps and shawls have been a classic way to ward off a chill at a formal event in the past, these days such a detail looks dated and often comes across as frumpy.  While faux fur capelets, shrugs, and short jackets have come back in style, these are not pieces to leave on when indoors. If you're one to get cold, choose a dress with sleeves or go with a pantsuit.
  5. I don't have pierced ears.  Many brands are now coming out with clip-on earrings, especially in sparkly and fun styles.  However, if you're not interested in wearing earrings at all that's okay.  Consider looking into necklaces, which can also bring necessary sparkle and elegance to a look.

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  1. Dr. Mimi says

    January 19, 2019 at 12:08 pm

    Thank you so much for this comprehensive, informative post! I’m really trying to get into the capsule wardrobe/uniform life, and special occasion outfits are tricky for me to style. I will be incorporating your tips into my wardrobe. Now I’m off to read some of your other capsule posts!

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 26, 2019 at 6:25 pm

      I’m so glad you found it helpful!

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  2. Lee says

    January 18, 2019 at 5:29 pm

    Hi Alison,

    I’m finding this post on Facebook today but it’s not come through email. I’m mentioning it in case there are some issues as there were last week. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      January 26, 2019 at 6:26 pm

      Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. THANK YOU for this, there was some error and your email notified me and I fixed it!

      Reply
  3. Melissa L. says

    January 18, 2019 at 12:04 pm

    Thank you for this! As someone who gets little pleasure from shopping, this is so helpful. I appreciate nice clothes and hate spending money on special occasion outfits that I might not wear again; as well as the scramble to find something to wear for a special event.

    I also want to set a better example for my kids than was set for me. I remember my mom stressing about what she would wear and placing so much importance on it, and it detracted from whatever the event was.

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 26, 2019 at 6:29 pm

      It’s funny how those things from childhood stay with us. I hope this does help with you, worrying about the outfit often ruins the whole experience. <3

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Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

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This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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