When the seasons change, it is time to switch out your closet, get organized and evaluate your seasonal wardrobe, and that means summer clothes.
Even your capsule closet will see some changes, swap out your winter trousers for linen wide-leg pants, the go-to blazer for a silk scarf and basic shirts, for T's and tanks.
If you are going to revamp your summer capsule closet, pay most attention to fabrics because you want breathable items that feel comfortable in the summer and keep you cool. Add these 10 items to your summer capsule closet to have ready-to-style items and love the clothes you see in your closet.
10 Athleisure Skort
Mini skirts are all the rage, and especially for the upcoming summer fashion trends. With the mini skirt trend and athleisure rising in popularity, there are some really trendy athleisure skorts that are identical to miniskirts.
Get the cute style of a mini skirt but with comfortable material and shorts to keep you covered and prevent chafing in hot weather.
9 Athleisure Two-Piece
Continuing with the athleisure trend you can get some really cute and versatile two-pieces made with athleisure materials. It is the most comfortable summer fabric that breathes and feels comfortable to wear and from sporty to skorts and halter tops you can find them in a number of styles.
From yoga to brunch, the athleisure two-piece will go far in your summer capsule closet.
8 Oversized Linen Button-Down
Oversized button-down shirts are a capsule closet essential year-round, but in the summer you need to switch them out for a lighter material or linen shirt.
This will get a lot of mileage this summer from adding a light layer to any outfit, blocking the sun from your skin and just looking cute either over a body con dress or as a bikini cover-up.
7 Silk Scarf
A silk scarf that you love is the best capsule closest item year-round because it can be an accessory, hair tie, shirt or bikini coverup. Spend time looking for the best silk scarves that have cute patterns and are big enough to be multi-ways shirts.
When in doubt just use it as a bandanna or hair scarf this summer for a super cute style. Check out all of the fun TikTok videos for finding new ways to wear a silk scarf as a shirt, hairpiece or general accessory.
6 Two-Piece Shorts & Top
Two-pieces are the most viral outfits thanks to TikTok fashion, but they make excellent additions to your capsule closet wardrobe because you can wear them together or separately for easy styling and versatile outfits.
When in doubt, turn to your two-piece, and pack it in your vacation suitcase for making more outfit possibilities. A short and top combo is great for summer as it is comfortable and cute, but many folks might prefer a skirt combination for a more elegant look.
Find a two-piece that matches your lifestyle and fashion goals, but you won't regret having it on hand for looking great, especially in a fun bright color or pattern for summer.
5 Go-To Bikini
Summer is here so you will have a lot of excuses to break out of that bikini! While bikini trends change from year to year, invest in a bikini basic that is a classic cut and something that you feel great in when you wear it.
For some people it is a split color triangle top or halter top, aim for timeless as you can wear it year after year, and you can always supplement with another trendy bikini to keep up with trends.
4 The Perfect Swim Cover-Up
To go with your go-to capsule closet bikini, have a bikini cover-up and that you can throw on, look cute and feel great too. From an oversized linen shirt to a crochet dress, you decide what makes you feel the most confident and comfortable in the heat.
3 A Summer Dress
Everyone deserves that summer dress that defines their summer, this season it might be the midi satin dress, a halter cut or something with cutouts.
Whatever your style is, you already know this is the statement piece that you want to wear for comfort and style. Let the summer dress by a statement, embrace bright color and bold patterns.
2 Go-To Sandals
Some trendy sandals are super cute, but they are very uncomfortable, while everyone has a pair of heels regardless of comfort, you deserve some go-to sandals that you want to wear daily.
Try a comfortable buy small chunk heel, or a platform for an even walking surface. Embrace fun colors to decorate your feet with style this summer.
1 A Summer Bag
Many people swap out their winter black leather bags for something lighter and summery. Basket bags have been trending for the last few years, and now crochet bags are all over the market.
The biggest thing to think about is a bag that won't feel hot and heavy, you want a material that breathes so avoid leader if possible and play with light colors like beige, white or pastels.
