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Capsule Wardrobe Planner
Choose how many pieces you want, your lifestyle and your climate. We split the wardrobe into categories and count the outfits it can make.
Your result will appear here.
How to measure
- Start with three neutrals that work together (for example navy, camel and white) and add one or two accent colours.
- Count shoes and bags as pieces. Underwear, sportswear and sleepwear are usually left out.
Example: a 20-piece mixed-lifestyle capsule for a temperate climate has 6 tops, 4 bottoms and 2 pairs of shoes, enough for about 52 outfits before layering.
Good to know
Outfit counts assume every top works with every bottom, which is only true when the colours are planned together.
Reference chart
| Pieces | Tops | Bottoms | Dresses | Knits & layers | Outerwear | Shoes | Bags | Outfits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 18 |
| 20 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 52 |
| 30 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 248 |
| 40 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 535 |
FAQs
How many pieces should a capsule wardrobe have?
Most people start between 20 and 35 pieces per season. Fewer pieces works best when everything mixes.
How are outfits counted?
(tops × bottoms + dresses) × shoes. Layers multiply the options further.