What is a basic wardrobe and why is it needed

What is a basic wardrobe?

Basic wardrobe - a universal set of clothes and a lifesaver for any occasion:

1. Things go well together.
2. Few things, but lots of kits;
3. A quality basic thing remains relevant for years, and replacement will be required as it wears out.

And if you think that the base is boring, then you are mistaken. Yes, this is a set of classic in cut and texture of things, but at the same time suitable for your lifestyle and corresponding to taste. For a mother on maternity leave, a pencil skirt will not become basic, and a businesswoman will feel comfortable in a tracksuit with a hood.

How to Identify the Basic Thing

There are several important rules for the selection of database elements. If you do not follow them, you will waste money and time:

• the purchase should have a simple cut. Do not buy things with ruffles, ruffles, puffy air sleeves. Trends are fleeting, and universal things remain attractive for many years. For example, the classic white shirt of a semi-fitting cut, which is easy to integrate into any image, will become basic. Color is not the determining factor;
• the item should complement the wardrobe, and not play "solo". Ideally, you should easily come up with at least three sets with it. If you have to beat the thing, buy the top or bottom, then it is not necessary;
• the thing should be on the figure. Do not make purchases "for growth", "for later, when I lose weight", "in case they invite me to a social event". Such fraudulent purchases create the illusion of a full closet, and at the same time the number of things, in fact, does not increase. It is possible that by the time the thing is needed, it will simply lose its relevance;
• the basic thing should correspond to your lifestyle, be suitable psychologically, so that almost without looking you can combine it and get a comfortable image;
• it is better to spend a little more, but buy a base element of quality materials. It will last more than one season and should look presentable.

What is a capsule

There is a hypothetical probability of collecting a single wardrobe capsule, but this option will be boring, because it involves choosing things exclusively within the same style.

But the basic capsule, for example, for a trip on vacation will completely cover the problem of choosing clothes. There may be few things in it, but they can be combined, thus multiplying the number of outfits.

As a rule, the ratio of "tops" and "bottoms" in the capsule is 3: 1. This is due to the fact that the interlocutor better remembers what is worn in the upper body. If you go to work for a week in a single shirt, but change pants - you get the impression of poverty of the wardrobe. And if you change the top, but maintain "devotion" to one skirt, then the bow will differ daily. The more diverse things in the capsule, the more sets of them are made.

Examples of a base capsule

The capsule for the season can and should be quite extensive. In particular, the capsule for the spring should include at least 12-15 things. This amount is more than enough for a whole season, and every day you will look fresh and interesting.

The spring capsule wardrobe is characterized by a slightly playful romantic mood. After winter, I want to get away from dark laconic colors, add warmth and light. However, it is too early to abandon warm outerwear.

So here's a rough list of things in the women's spring capsule:

• 1-2 variants of outerwear depending on the temperature outside the window - parka and bomber, raincoat and coat, trench coat;

• longsleeve;
• shirt;
• 1-2 thick T-shirts of different colors;

• jeans according to the figure. Choose among the classic models and preferably without prints - so they will be universal for any occasion.
• trousers. For girls with a pronounced waist, banana pants with a high waist are suitable, a universal option for any type of figure - clash pants, culottes. For a warmer autumn, shortened trousers are suitable - they practically do not lose their relevance;

• skirt;
• shoes;
• sneakers;
• ankle boots or boots;
• 1-2 bags depending on the reason for leaving - for example, a backpack and a shopper.

If you collect a capsule on occasion, then there may be fewer things. For example, for work, the required minimum includes 6 things:

From such a list, you can make at least eight different sets, which allows you to look different every day.

Outdated and up-to-date database

Chasing fashion is a thankless task, as most trends become obsolete even before they fill the shelves of boutiques in abundance. Therefore, it is too expensive to look "trendy" every season. Rational fashionistas and fashionistas prefer to regularly choose 1-2 fashionable accent items to revive the basic wardrobe. In this case, loyalty to one's own style is preserved, but in accordance with fashion trends. But the base eventually becomes obsolete. On average, trends change slightly every 10 years. This time is enough for the base to have time to wear out, so the need to update the "backbone" will not be an unpleasant surprise.

Let the basic wardrobe be collected for a decade, but it should look relevant. Otherwise, the main idea of the base is lost - the versatility and comfort of wearing.

Over the past ten years, the requirements for most clothing models have changed:

• coat. Now the trend is towards a semi-adjacent cut, with visual correction of the figure. The length of the midi and maxi is relevant, but the mini-models on the figure are not in honor. They do not leave "air" between the body and clothes, create the illusion of tightness. In terms of colors, the requirements for the base have not changed. In the modern wardrobe there is a place for monochromatic options, color-block models, an elegant cage. If you buy one universal model for the season, then give preference to coats in camel color;

• white shirt. This item of clothing tops the lists of basic things at all times. However, if 10 years ago the base for a woman was the option of an adjacent cut, today the shirt has become freer. In addition, it slightly added in length. The best option for purchase is a tight shirt of a semi-adjacent cut, which covers the inguinal zone;

• jeans. Without them, the basic wardrobe will be incomplete, regardless of social status and lifestyle. Skinny models have lost their positions, as have low-waisted jeans. The basic model is considered to be a medium or high fit, a straight or wide cut in the hip area;

• T-shirt. The basic version today should be dense, have a clear shape. There are no color restrictions. This item of clothing, alas, for many years will not be able to serve without compromising quality. Therefore, it is better to take a T-shirt suitable in style in several copies at once;

• black dress. Today, this element of the wardrobe has undergone changes. For a stylish look, it is worth taking a closer look at the midi length tuxedo dress. This model will remain basic for a long time.

How to place accents in the image

Every season, designers present a number of interesting ideas for revitalizing the wardrobe. Buying everything in a row will be wasteful, but everyone can afford to choose at least one trendy thing. A balanced and thoughtful purchase will allow you to play with many elements of the wardrobe in a new way. Professional stylists believe that the ratio of accent to basic things should be 30 to 70%.

In the spring of this year, it is worth taking a closer look at the following trends:

• jeans-bananas. This model visually allows you to adjust the figure, add volume to the narrow hips and emphasize the waist.

• tracksuits in the style of the 90s. Convenience has not been canceled, and this trend will allow you to remain fashionable with comfort.
• massive chains and delicate chains. An interesting option for accessories that will help to color the classic basic wardrobe;

• braided and belted, backpacks. This trend will remain with us for at least another year.

When choosing a trendy thing, you need to remember about your physical parameters, color type and lifestyle. For example, the abundance of chains on the neck of a mother on maternity leave will be a strange stylistic decision.

You can apply accents in the image according to different principles:

• basic things + trendy accessories;
• trendy things + basic accessories;
• basic shoulder clothing – shirt, longsleeve, sweatshirt, T-shirt + trendy bottom – banana jeans, for example.

What should be in the wardrobe of a stylish woman

Modern women are active and social – they go to theaters, gyms, work, cafes and restaurants. And for each event in the wardrobe there should be a fashionable set of clothes.

This year's list of relevant things includes:

• straight-cut coat;
• trouser or skirt suit. Not necessarily classic, but perfectly fitted to the figure;
• free T-shirts of neutral colors - black, white, gray, brown;
• shirts of pastel colors and free cut;
• a classic dress of a suitable length for you;
• jacket of semi-fitting cut;
• straight jeans;
• leather boots, loafers, ankle boots;
• white and black sneakers;
• boat shoes.

The right accessories will add freshness and style. Basic can be considered:

• earrings-carnations (a touch of chic will be added by models with diamonds);
• gold chains;
• wide rings;
• personalized jewelry;
• pearl jewelry;
• small neckerchiefs;
• scarves- capes.

Depending on age, the composition of the basic wardrobe can be adjusted with an emphasis on convenience.

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