The Wardrobe Framework (to Calm Your Closet Chaos)

🧪 Entry #13: The smart way to build your wardrobe... and your outfits.

Now that we’ve established your Color Type, Body Type, and Core Style, it’s time to apply these insights to effectively organize your wardrobe.

Today, we’re introducing The Wardrobe Framework: a way of thinking that will bring balance and ease to your closet.

• color type

• body type

• core style

• the wardrobe framework

• wardrobe editing

• fit + measurements

• silhouette + proportion

• color story

• texture

• multidimensional style

• conflict + balance

• full outfits

The Wardrobe Framework

The Wardrobe Framework consists of The 3 S’s: eSsentials, Seasonals, and Statements.

I know, I’m cheating a bit, but close enough!

Essentials

Your Daily Heroes: 40-60% of your wardrobe

Essentials are the backbone of your wardrobe.

They should embody your Core Style words, be highly functional for real-life scenarios, and have a strategic color palette (although variation in shape and texture is highly encouraged).

The key? Essentials are NOT basics. When choosing your essentials, aim for pieces that are versatile, not average. Look for elevated details or a distinct POV that resonates with your personal aesthetic.

In practice, this might mean a high-neck racerback tank instead of an a basic scoop-neck. Or if you like open necklines, try a slightly squared neck or a deep plunging neckline. The idea is to choose pieces that can hold their own and show some personality.

Ideally, your essentials should also be versatile enough to wear throughout the year or at least in multiple seasons.

Seasonals

Your Quarterly Refresh: 20-30% of your wardrobe

Seasonals rotate in and out of your closet. Think coats for winter or lightweight linens for summer.

These can also be items that allow you to experiment with trends, or elements of your style that you see yourself revisiting over the years (we’ll talk about this more when we get to multidimensional style).

These pieces are stored away occasionally (every 3-9 months) to refresh your perspective and prevent closet fatigue.

Statements

Your Mood Makers: 20-30% of your wardrobe

Statements are items that pack an emotional punch and clearly articulate at least one of your style words in a bold way.

These pieces might not pair seamlessly with everything else, but they bring joy and a strong sense of style to your outfits. They’re the items that provide an instant mood boost and allow for bold expressions of your personal style.

These may also be archived at times, but you’ll always get excited about them again in the future.

Why Use The Wardrobe Framework?

Great outfits don’t happen by accident. The best ones tend to strike a balance between all three categories:

• Essentials keep things grounded

• Seasonals add timeliness

• Statements amplify emotion and personality

Not only that, but this framework will help you:

Simplify Outfit Creation

Starting with your Essentials ensures every outfit feels like you. Add seasonal items for practicality or modernity, and sprinkle in statement pieces for flair. If a new item feels off, try paring it back with your Essentials.

Stay Organized & Inspired

Storing Seasonals and Statements when not in use keeps your wardrobe manageable. And regularly rotating these items keeps your wardrobe fresh and exciting without shopping for new items.

Foster Creativity

Clear categories help you understand the purpose of each item in your wardrobe so that you can mix and match confidently, helping you to use your wardrobe to its fullest potential.

Shop with a Strategy

This structured approach ensures new purchases are thoughtful, fit within your existing wardrobe, and truly add value. Something doesn’t go with any of your Essentials? It’s probably not a good fit for your wardrobe. Already have a lot of statement pieces that give the same mood or represent the same style word? Next time you’re in the market for a new statement piece, try to find one that brings a new mood into your wardrobe.

Want to learn more about The Wardrobe Framework? Check out this video, and get ready to discover your Essentials next week!

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