The Best Brands To Make a Capsule Wardrobe With
One of the trademarks of my creative capsule wardrobe formula is a mix of brands. I shop for them every day to bring you the best mix. This is a list of the best brands to make a capsule wardrobe with. My picks include established brands that consistently deliver the most current and quality wardrobe staples and brands that help that help make a luxury look affordable by offering the look for less. From casual closet essentials on my checklists, to the most versatile shoes this brand shopping guide has it all.
Veronica Beard is a Brand I’ll Buy and Then Brag About
Veronica Beard on Melrose Ave Try-On
This summer I did a huge try-on session at the Veronica Beard store on Melrose Ave in LA and it didn’t disappoint. I shared a roundup of some of my favorite summer pieces. Some of them like these beautiful shorts are on sale and all of the sale items are an additional 25% off with the promo code LDW2024.
Below is a list of my all-time favorite Veronica Beard wardrobe staples.
1| Miller Blazer
There’s a reason why the Veronica Beard Miller blazer is my blog’s best-selling wardrobe staple. Veronica Beard’s tailored Miller style comes with shoulder pads, an exaggerated cutaway, a deep stance, and perfectly placed pockets that all help to define your waist. She’s also slightly shorter than a traditional double-breasted blazer so she’s the most flattering blazer over a dress and doesn’t disrupt your proportions. The Veronica Beard Miller blazer is an obvious choice for work, but one of my favorite suits is the one you can create with it and Veronica Beard’s Renzo pants. I included this suit in my Festive Fits Capsule Wardrobe, but you can see why it is so versatile. The Miller is also my favorite blazer to travel with.
The Questions About This Blazer I’m asked The Most
Do I have to dress up to buy this blazer? No way! I wear this blazer with more casual outfits than I do dressy. Steal some outfit inspiration from these capsule wardrobe lookbooks.
Ageless ’22 Spring Capsule Wardrobe
Where do I find the best price on a Veronica Beard Blazer? The year-round black and navy fabrications never go on sale. If you’ve never made a purchase from Veronica Beard’s website. If you’re a new customer you can save 15% off your purchase if you provide your email address.
Should I go with gold or silver buttons? Whichever you like better or wear the most, but the secret is really what you wear with it. I recommend a set of two-tone jewelry. Two-tone or mixed metal pieces allow you to wear your blazer with other metallic accents in your outfit from your shoes, to your belt, to your bag!
I wear my two-tone jewelry every day so I’ve invested in fine jewelry from David Yurman and Lagos. I’ve had this two-tone David Yurman pinky ring for years. This two-tone coin pendant under $100 has been a go-to all summer. I love it layered with the long Lagos chain.
2 | Coralee Top
There are many versions of this t-shirt blouse hybrid and they are all flattering and fabulous. The Coralee top stands alone but also looks good layered, especially under a vest.
3 | Mason Baseball Tee
A baseball tee like this one was one of the key pieces on my Chic Casual Capsule Wardrobe checklist that helps to make 69 outfits you can wear with sneakers or flats this fall.
I have this color and just found it fully stocked HERE. There are a few colors and sizes on sale HERE. You can’t go wrong with a solid black or white.
4 | Kai Poplin Top
This shorter shape looks effortlessly styled over any pair of jeans or messy tucked into a skirt or trousers. I first added it to this minimalistic Elevated Essential Capsule this summer, bu I love the way it looks with all of the wide leg pant silhouettes that are taking over this fall.
How I’ve Styled It for So Far
5 | Birke Tank Top
I never thought I’d spend more than $100 on a ribbed tank top, but I haven’t stopped thinking about this one since I tried it on! It is so comfortable, doesn’t show through, and has the perfect scoop neckline and armholes. I’d even say to size down.
My guess is the model is an xs but wearing a medium. The tank does not fit loose around the middle or this low under the arm holes.
Casual Closet Essential Brands for Your Capsule
When it comes to comfort Vuori has become a closet cult classic. Their signature performance fabric is popular for men and women. Their joggers and hoodies are in constant rotation in my wardrobe and have been featured in more than one of my casual capsule wardrobes.
You will love the comfort and support of these ultra high-rise 7/8 length leggings. Vuori offers short, regular, and long lengths.
I love the athleisure-inspired look that the tie waist and jogger-style ankle on this style have.
A wide-leg crop pant works around the house or for travel and looks good with flats. Make a matching set with a luxe Frank & Eileen pullover or capelet. Whether it’s a trip to the grocery or out of the country these cozy quality sets and separates from Frank & Eileen are my favorite for everyone.
We’ve been influenced! My 74-year-old mom has been influencing me my entire life. From avoiding hydrogenated oils and high fructose corn syrup to making all the spaces around me aesthetically inspiring. I influenced her to buy this amazing sweatsuit featured in my Homebody Capsule Wardrobe.
Frank and Eileen runs big so if you are between sizes, order down. Their capelet is one size fits all. It’s a great option if you run warm or are in warmer climates. It also looks good layered with a long sleeve top under it.
The Best Shoes For a Capsule Wardrobe
I love a high-low mix of brands and when it comes to shoes what I love most is a quality and comfortable look for less. Dolce Vita had been bringing their A-game all year. I’ve found more fashionable and designer-inspired styles here more than anywhere else. Some of my favorite finds are these Chole-inspired sneakers and sandals, mesh ballet flats, Ganni-inspired flats, Gucci-inspired slingbacks, and McQueen-inspired mules with metal tips.
Designer-Inspired Dolce Vita
Chole-inspired sneakers
Shoe Crush
I’m currently crushing on these patent leather picks from Dolce Vita including the metal tip McQueen-inspired mules I shared during this episode of Coffee in My Closet on Instagram.
Dream Jean Wardrobe
Jeans are the backbone to every woman’s wardrobe and I’ve become an expert in helping you find ones that fit online better than any you own. Take my free fit finder quiz, watch my shopping and styling videos then shop roundup of all the best jean brands for your body type.