13 Must-Haves In A Capsule Wardrobe To Build The Wardrobe Of Your Dreams

Work wear needs to be as comfortable as possible, since you'll be spending most of your waking hours at the office. Pick classic colours in silhouettes that are comfortable. From classics like grey, black and white that you can pair with possibly any skirt or formal trouser, you could also pick pastels that are pleasant on the eyes. 

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From busy Monday mornings to after-work parties, tops carry your look and can make or break your fit. Based on your body type, you have a host of options to choose from, like empire line tops, high necks, tanks and much more. We recommend choosing styles that go well with a wide range of bottoms, including denims, skirts or formal trousers. Think a white satin shirt that goes well with a blazer for work and big hoops for parties. Choose classic styles over trendy pieces to last you longer. 

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Shoes are often our soft-spot with a lot of us picking up multiple pairs at any occasion possible. If we were to narrow down the choices, we'd recommend picking trust pairs of shoes that are super comfortable, durable and stand the test of time. You could opt for comfy heels for when you go out dancing, a hardy pair of flats you can wear everywhere including work and while running errands, running or gym. shoes, and one statement pair - it could be a stunning pair of sneakers, colourful jootis to go with Indian fits or boots to go with your casual day fits. 

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Accessories can make or break your fit and elevate your outfit without much effort. First, choose what styles you like with every category - dainty or chunky jewellery? Slimmer belts that sit snug on your waist or statement pieces that will elevate your outfit on every evening? Wayfarers or aviators? We recommend picking a combination of statement pieces and dainty ones to take you through parties, work days and aweekends effortlessly. You could also pick up sets including necklaces, earrings or bracelets and mix them up with others in your collection. 

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From work wear fits that let you stay comfortable for long hours to divine Chikankari suits that go well with jeans and chunky jewellery, kurtas are a staple, especially in an Indian capsule wardrobe. You could pick from A-lines that are roomier from the waist-down or Pakistani style straight cut kurtas paired with equally ravishing bottoms. Pick kurtas that aren't too loud, and with timeless prints, say Ikat or solids so they go well for every occasion possible. 

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Much like Kurtas, sarees are versatile, timeless and work well for so many occasions. Think Diwali parties, ethnic days at work or as everyday fits too. We love that a saree complements every body type, and stands the test of time even as trends come and go. Pick sarees in lightweight cotton or mulmul for everyday use, and pair them with crop tops to give it an Indo-western twist. You can also add some handwoven styles from Indian artisans to your collection for special occasions like weddings. Trust us, they'll last you decades! 

If you've gotten bored of trousers and the styles they offer, may we recommend you some flirty and breezy skirts that can also carry you through various occasions? From fitted pencil skirts for work to A-line ones for days out, skirts offer you comfort and style like no other silhouette can. Based on your height, you can opt for midi length skirts that have made a huge comeback since the 80s to pair them with your graphic tees. You could also pick fabrics in a maxi length skirt that work well for Indo-western outfits. Choose pleated, solid or polka dotted styles to go with most of your tops and tees.