How and Why I Created a Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe.
Remember, before you start shopping make sure you read this post on How to Create a Kids Capsule Wardrobe for all of my tips, tricks, and favorite brands! Other capsule wardrobe posts you might like:
You can always buy more and update your checklist later if you decide you need a slightly larger capsule than you anticipated. Give yourself a couple of weeks to adjust to this smaller, more manageable wardrobe. Trust me though, your kids need way fewer clothes than you think they do because, like you, they prefer to wear the same things on repeat, too! I know because that’s how I felt the first couple of seasons. You might make a list and do your shopping only to look at everything together and feel like there’s no way you have enough. It’ll come in handy the next time seasons change! What if what I buy doesn’t seem like enough? Oh, and don’t forget to hang onto your final checklist. For shopping tips and our favorite brands, check out How to Create a Kids Capsule Wardrobe next. The checklist I created will help you stay focused and curb impulse purchases of items or outfits you don’t truly need. Once you know what you need and what you have, all you have to do is purchase what’s missing. I like to keep a small stash (less than a drawer full) of well-worn clothes and hand-me-downs for rough and tumble play clothes in addition to the kids’ capsule clothes. Take stock of what you have and donate or recycle clothes you no longer have use for. Chances are you’ll have some things that can be used from a previous season or you’ve got some hand-me-downs that might work. The good news is, after one or two seasons it’s actually super easy! I created two versions of the checklist, one with numbers that you can use as a guide, and also a blank checklist for those of you who want to customize it - you pick which one works best for you! Your first time around this might be a bit challenging.
If you haven’t already, snag your printable checklist download here and follow these three simple steps to plan your kids’ next capsule! How to Use This Kids Capsule Wardrobe Checklist If you do laundry about once per week you’ll probably want at least 7-9 everyday tops, bottoms, undershirts/layering tees, socks, and underwear since these items typically need a wash after every wear. Of course, your needs will vary depending on whether you do laundry more or less frequently.