Summer Capsule Wardrobe - Mom Edition

Summer is officially here and I think we can all agree it’s about time! After months of braving the cold (and what felt like the longest winter ever!), summer makes me feel alive again. Summer is about waking up, throwing on an easy outfit, and heading out the door feeling like a 10, even as a mom. No matter what your schedule holds—though I hope it’s jam-packed with a lot of beach days and patio drinks, a summer capsule wardrobe can be mixed, matched, and worn on repeat until the first leaf of autumn falls. A capsule wardrobe is supposed to simplify your closet, while focusing on a small number of essential pieces that work together effortlessly. That’s where I come in to help and make your life easier, especially as a mom who always wants to feel confident and comfortable on the go!

Why I Love The Idea of a Capsule Wardrobe

First, a capsule wardrobe isn’t for everyone–I totally get that. But for me, when I had to wear a “uniform” my life was a lot simpler. I know that sounds kind of dumb, but I felt freed from an overwhelming choice of what to wear every day. If you are interested in building a summer capsule wardrobe, the first step is taking a good, hard look at what you already own, then figuring out what needs to go—and what holes your closet has that need filling. Recently, I’ve been listing more clothes on my Poshmark, which is a great way to get rid of some clothes and make extra money! Trust me, if a piece of clothing has sat in your closet for a couple of years you aren’t wearing it again lol! I’ve held onto clothing for sentimental value (which is fine for a few pieces), but now I’ve really tried to narrow down pieces that I don’t like or dresses that have become way too short for my liking.

The Only Summer Capsule Pieces Worth Buying

A Linen Shirt You’ll End Up Wearing Everyday

100% European Linen Button-Up Shirt

Throw over your swim, tanks, and dresses.

This piece can easily become a default piece. So effortless, comfortable but ties your outfit together.

Great for postpartum mamas too and comes in several colors!

Linen Shorts You’ll Wear on Repeat

High Waisted Linen Shorts

These are a must!

Lightweight, comfortable and easy - exactly what us moms need! They go with everything and will be a staple in your closet all summer long.

Linen Pants that You’ll Fall in Love With

Wide Linen Pants

This is what you put on when everything else feels like too much.

Pair it with your linen shirt, over a swimsuit or for a park date with your mom friends. These pants are light, breathable and great for the summer heat. Come in other colors as well!

My Go-To Summer Dress

Linen Dress

This dress is a staple in my closet. Pair it with the linen shirt for when the nights get cooler.

Great for dressing up and down and comes in other colors as well!

The Raffia Tote That Holds Everything

One of my favorite totes that I’ll be carrying from summer into fall! It holds everything and more and includes an interior zip pocket.

It adds texture without becoming the focal point of the outfit.

I absolutely love this bag as it doubles as my work bag. I also don’t care if my kids spill anything on it:)

Block Heel Flip-Flops

A heel that can easily be transitioned into fall.

‍Block heels offer great support and the stitching on the heel adds versatility.

Denim Jacket

Pilcro Weston Denim Boyfriend Jacket

This is what you throw on when it cools down.

Oversized fit and beyond comfy.

A Basic White Tee

Perfect for layering and gives the right amount of stretch.

Layer under linen shirt or denim jacket. Comes in black as well!

The whole point of a summer capsule wardrobe is to simplify your style choices and make dressing feel effortless. Hopefully my picks will make your mornings a little less stressful so you can enjoy the summer ahead while still feeling put together.

XO, Heidi