It can be so fun to get dressed up, especially during the holidays, but most of us crave a casual capsule wardrobe that offers us something cozy yet stylish to wear this winter. My most popular capsule wardrobe checklist from last year included 9 casual pieces that easily mix and match to make 65 casual yet stylish outfits. The guesswork of wondering what goes together and learning how to layer all of the key pieces has been done. Continue scrolling to see my new 2023 roundup of all of the items on my most popular capsule wardrobe checklist.
COZY CAPSULE WARDROBE CHECKLIST
MUSTH-HAVE MATCHING HOODIE AND JOGGERS
This is currently my favorite category on the checklist. I love monochromatic moment with a pull-on pants and a matching hoodie. Gap makes affordable sets if you can find them in stock. I have a major crush on Aviator Nation sweats right now. I just unboxed 3 new sets! Vuori is my all-around year-round favorite. Nothing compares in comfort.
Aviator Nation
Vuori
FLANNELS FOREVER
Classic Flannels Under $20
Borrowed From the Boys at Walmart
BOOTCUT JEANS
Bootcut jeans never go out of style. I included a pair in my First Look at Fall Capsule Wardrobe this August. Here are my favorite all-around bootcut styles from Paige, Mother, AG, Frame, and Fidelity.
OVERSIZED CARDIGAN CRAZE
Vince’s Weekend Cardigan has been my most recommended and best-selling oversized cardigan sweater.
It’s almost always fully stocked in 3 neutral colors, sizes xxs-xl , HERE.
You can also find them at Nordstrom and Saks. These lofty wool and cashmere cardigans can be worn all year long and will last you forever.
Vince Weekend Cardigan Styling Suggestions
THE BEST GRAPHIC T-SHIRT FOR A CASUAL CAPSULE WARDROBE
I’m a sucker for any graphic t-shirt from oversized to simple and chic. A simple two-tone graphic print t-shirt makes it easy to mix, match, and layer with the other textures and patterns in this cozy capsule.
Inexpensive and Oversized
Brands We Love
FLARED LEGGINGS
There are so many options within this category from stretchy and sporty to cozy knit.
High-Low Legging Roundup
LONG SLEEVE WHITE T-SHIRT
My favorite long-sleeved white T-shirt is the one I’m wearing from Amour Vert. It is my softest T-shirt and feels amazingly close to my skin. It’s too tight but fitted enough to layer. I’m wearing an Xs in the white Itana Long Sleeve Dream Rib Tee. This dreamy fabric is delicate and does need to be replaced if you wear it often, but for under $75 it’s a good value and my overall pick this year too.
Gap always offers affordable closet essentials, like white t-shirts, in a wide range of sizes. This time of year I’m always looking for a henley. V-neck and square-neck t-shirts are universally flattering styles too.
LEGGING LOVER?
There are loads of leather and leather-looking leggings. I like Spanx Faux Leather Leggings. They are size inclusive from petite to plus and a great value for under $100. Walmart (see above) offers the look for less but they don’t hold you in or hold their shape as well. If you’re looking for luxe leather I’d recommend either of these on sale at Saks.
A UTILITY JACKET IS ESSENTIAL TO THIS CASUAL CAPSULE WARDROBE
You won’t find a better value than this utility jacket from Nordstrom for under $60. It’s so versatile you may want more than one color.
