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Kunle Bakare Tells 15 Foolproof Principles Behind Winning Capsule Wardrobe
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Master of etiquette and looking good, Kunle Bakare has revealed the “15 foolproof principles behind the winning capsule wardrobe”.
The power behind bespoke cloths maker and producer of related fashion items, Omoluwabi by KB gave the insight in a narrative that reads…
Style buffs, aficionados and devotees, please step forward. Take positions in carefully selected teams in the league of few—far above the Premier League, La Liga or Serie A—where the robustly favoured and abundantly blessed are prancing regally and reaping awesome rewards.
The few, who have adopted the mantra of famed French artist, Pablo Picasso, 1881 – 1973 (‘Good artists copy, great artists steal’), are aligning with heartwarming principles of the capsule wardrobe—a small collection of essential clothing items that can be mixed and matched to relish and enjoy multiple winner attires—and benefiting immensely for a fraction of the cost of putting together head-turning togs.
The converted are smiling and dancing, enveloped in the radiance of high style, squeezing maximum flavours from their essential pieces, and enjoying multiple glorious ensembles beyond belief.
The exhilarating and joyous sartorial journey, with their best-foot forward, has delivered a refreshing personal style as they are handed the keys into the well-dressed circle. Players in the league of few forever acknowledge they are on to a great thing with the capsule wardrobe.
And they are full of praises for the foolproof and farsighted principles of the capsule wardrobe which highlight the creation and mastery of a small-to-medium assemblage of ensembles to die for.
Apart from being one of the easiest styles keen students should adopt for its failsafe advantages, beneficiaries confess that the capsule wardrobe affords you a tabula rasa, a new beginning to assemble what resonates with your being—your innermost core, aspirations and lifestyle (from work or business, leisure and events that colour your calendar wondrous and Worship).
And here are 15 core principles behind the capsule wardrobe:
o Minimalism – focus on quality over quantity, reducing the number of items in your wardrobe.
o Versatility – each piece is versatile and adaptable.
o Timelessness – you choose classic, timeless designs over trendy items.
o Cohesion – you select items that work well together.
o Personal style – it reflects your personal taste and needs.
o Limited palette – you stick to a limited color palette for easy mixing and matching (and we recommend white, black and shades of blue, brown and grey).
o Quality over quantity – you invest in high-quality, durable items.
o Periodical refresh – you update your capsule wardrobe periodically.
o Simple care – you choose items that are fuss-free and easy to care for.
o Mindful consumption – you avoid impulse purchases.
o 80/20 Rule – 80 percent of the time, you most likely wear only 20 percent of your clothes (so it affords you to choose the 20 percent intentionally and extract joyous returns from them).
o Uniformity – you create a consistent look with similar styles and silhouettes.
o Layering – you include layers for versatility and adaptability.
o Neutral colors – you focus on neutral colors for easy mixing and matching.
o Personal uniform – you develop a personal uniform for everyday wear.
The capsule wardrobe, a stylish and practical approach to fashion, embraces minimalism, versatility, timelessness, cohesion, and personal style. By focusing on a small, curated collection of essential items, individuals enjoy multiple outfits, reduce decision fatigue, increase efficiency, and boost self-confidence while saving costs and reducing waste. Key principles include a limited color palette, quality over quantity, periodical refresh, simple care, mindful consumption, and the 80/20 rule. Celebrities like Cate Blanchett, Julia Roberts, and Tom Ford endorse the capsule wardrobe for its elegance, simplicity, and sustainability.[1] By joining the league of few, you easily achieve a refreshing personal style, and experience the numerous benefits of a well-curated wardrobe.
–Kunle Bakare for Omoluwabi by KB (Sunday, 10.11.2024)
1.Here are some odes to the capsule wardrobe:
o ‘I love the idea of having a uniform. It makes getting dressed so much easier.’
–Cate Blanchett
o ‘A capsule wardrobe helps me focus on what’s truly important: my work and my family.’
–Julia Roberts
o ‘A capsule wardrobe is about editing and curating. It’s not about quantity, but quality.’
–Tom Ford
o ‘The perfect capsule wardrobe should be like a good recipe: simple, yet satisfying.’
–Giorgio Armani
o ‘I believe in investing in pieces that will last a lifetime.’
–Ralph Lauren
o ‘A capsule wardrobe is not just about clothes; it’s about a lifestyle.’
–Donna Karan
o ‘Simplicity and elegance are the keys to a great capsule wardrobe.’
–Carolina Herrera
o ‘A capsule wardrobe makes travelling so much easier. I can pack light and still look great.’ –Cindy Crawford
o ‘Sustainability is key. I prefer investing in eco-friendly fashion?’
–Elle Macpherson
o ‘A capsule wardrobe helps me focus on my music, not just my image.’
–Alicia Keys
o ‘Simplicity is key. I like to keep my wardrobe minimal and chic.’
–Taylor Swift
o ‘A smaller wardrobe makes touring so much easier.’
–Kanye West
