FEELING BLUE CAPSULE WARDROBE | 10 REINVENTED CLASSIC CLOSET ESSENTIALS

Everyone is feeling blue right now! These 10 reinvented classic closet essentials are proving blue is the new black. Ask anyone what color they feel the best in or get the most compliments when they wear, and I bet 9/10 will say blue! From blue jeans to a baby blue button-up you’ll love this new take on universal styling heroes. The mix also includes a refreshed roundup of whites from blazers to camisole tops. Stripes star in almost every one of the 41 blue and white outfits you can make with this checklist. I’ll show you the most flattering styles for your body type. Don’t be surprised if you get a little “deja blue” looking at the list and start feeling blue too!

1. Print Dress

A blue and white print dress was my inspiration for this capsule. There are so many versions that are easy to style and wear to a graduation, wedding, church, shopping, or your next vacation. I showed how a blue and white print dress also plays well with other prints in my 2023 Emily in Paris Capsule.

Favorites From Farm Rios

You can Buy Yourself Flowers

Stripe Hype

2. Wide Leg Jeans

Whether you opt for long or cropped wide-leg jeans are the most popular jean style right now. Wide-leg jeans are especially slimming if you have big thighs and your natural waist is smaller than your hips and butt. The focus becomes your waist and your curves are covered.

Full Length

On the Shorter Side

Wide-leg jeans can be super slimming or make you look squatty. Keep your inseam close to the ground or opt for a high-rise cropped option, that shows some skin. Check the rise to find the best fit and avoid styles that borrow too much space from your top half. Once you find the best fit hem them to the perfect length, without sewing, like this. The last thing you want is your boobs and belt to meet and greet!

3. Khaki Pants

I hope my jeans don’t get jealous because I’m bringing this basic back. Khaki pants can be dressed up for work with a blazer or down with your favorite sneakers. Wide leg styles are the most flattering and work the best with the other pieces in this capsule.

The Long and Short of It

4. Striped Jeans

This denim trend always makes a comeback. Look for narrow pinstripe patterns or dark “railroad” denim with white stripes. You’ll love the elongating effects these jeans have.

5. White Blazer

Choose a hue that’s best for you and you’ll wear this styling hero on repeat. A variety of styles will work with this capsule. In general a shorter style will look the best with dresses and wide leg jeans and pants. This is a great time of year to add an inexpensive linen style. I just found this year round Veronica Beard ivory blazer with dickey zipper that would make a great wardrobe staple.

Veronica Beard Blazers

$32-$148

6. White Camisole Top

I often recommend a camisole top for layering. They are pretty, feminine, and kiss but don’t cling to the body. This season there are several guazy cotton styles that have a relaxed vaca vibe. If you like a silkier camisole top, look for a style with adjustable straps.

Cotton Camis

Silky Styles

7. Baby Blue Button Up

Try this new take on the classic baby blue button up. Shorter styles you can even wear open over a dress or camisole top are showing up everywhere from Target to Nordstrom.

High-Low

Subtle Stripe

Unique Finds

8. Striped Tee

I admit I have so many black and white striped tops that they have their section in my closet. This capsule works with many different types of stripes. If you’re tiny on top try a large ruby style stripe. Worried you’ll look wide? Try an open neckline or stripes that aren’t evenly spaced.

Navy Blue and White Striped Tee

Striped Variety

9. Striped Pullover

This staple stands alone, but it also does double duty as a scarf over your shoulders when you’re wearing all of the other pieces in this capsule. A striped sweater will always be chic and fashionable so don’t be afraid to invest in a nice one.

Better Brands

Under $50

10. Noticeably 90s Accessories

Noticeably 90s brand accessories are making a comeback. Brands like Coach, Kate Spade, Guess, Longchamp, and Prada are bringing back some of their signature styles. These brand’s monogram prints and playful colors look great with blue and white. You’ll also notice a jewelry nod to the same moment in time. Charm bracelets and necklaces are back.

Coach Outlet

Charming Accessories

There are so many versions of this capsule you can customize to match your style and fit your the best. This set with a cotton camisole top, white linen blazer, and long khaki pants is from Nordstrom. Scroll through the lookbook below to see all of the outfits you can make once you have each of the items on the checklist.

Over 40 Blue and White Outfits for Any Occasion