1940s Capsule Wardrobe

This wardrobe would have been updated each year so 8 dresses would turn into a bit more every year if the dresses didnt fray or wear out. People didnt feel the need to have so much stuff and couldnt afford to buy it all especially during wwii.

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In some categories like dresses i already have more than 6 50s dresses but i really want a color coordinated mix and match wardrobe.

1940s capsule wardrobe. With the depression war and rationing creating a wardrobe that stretched its utility as far as possible was a constant topic in magazines. The ideas behind capsule wardrobes were essential in the 1930s and 1940s. My own wardrobe is peppered heavily with 1940s 1950s and 1980s does 40s and 50s shirtwaist dresses both short and long sleeved in a wide spectrum of hues and they get worn with great frequency in outfits such as this and this and dont forget this.

If youve ever see the closets in a vintage home youve noticed how tiny they are compared to modern walk in closets. My issue isnt with the number of items in anyones capsule wardrobe but rather the focus being put on the constant shopping required to update ones capsule wardrobe every season. A basic womens working wardrobe in new york city in 1937 source.

And its still smaller than the project 333 wardrobe suggestion of a 33 piece capsule wardrobe. Shoes for street wear are practical. Clothing latzke and quinlan 1940 note.

So today im going to show you two 1940s capsule wardrobes one for spring and summer and the other for fall and winter. 1940s capsule wardrobe by helen mae 1131 i was all set to do an outfit post this week as i have a new dress that i love but i seem to have come down with a horrible cold and i didnt think anyone would much appreciate seeing photos of my poor red nose and streaming eyes. So its definitely bigger than my 1940s capsule wardrobe but things were bigger in the 50s.

A vintage capsule wardrobe. Even vogue amidst its high fashion spreads published articles on economic wardrobes. Over this next autumnwinter and springsummer i am planning and hoping to entirely switch over my wardrobe to almost strictly vintage inspired styles.

If youre serious about sticking to a capsule wardrobe for whatever reason look for guidance from minimalists who really know what theyre doing. An overview of a well dressed 1940s womans wardrobe fashion. I am quite excited to share with you all my new post series and latest fashion related endeavor.

They may be oxfords or pumps depending on the current style but they should be of low heels and fit up round the foot to give all day comfort.

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