Mom and I are both big fans of capsule wardrobes. It takes some of the thought away from figuring out what you are wearing every morning and makes your wardrobe more versatile- three cheers for being thrifty!

Bonus — it makes packing for vacation really easy! Take out what you wear on day one and the rest of this could easily fit into a carry on sized bag with room for toiletries and whatever souvenirs you bring home.

The Capsule
1 Maxi Dress
1 Capris, 2 Shorts
1 Cardigan, 6 Tops
2 Shoes, 1 Handbag
2 Necklaces, 1 Bracelet, 1 Sunglasses
summer capsule 1The Outfits

Here are 16 ways to mix and match this capsule. There are sooooo many more ways to mix and match them too.

The first group starts with a maxi dress as a base. Just add accessories for a simple look or add a button up for chilly days. I love wearing tops over my dresses. It turns it into a top/skirt look that adds so many more ways to wear the dress.

summer capsule wardrobe outfits with a maxi dress

White capris are a great suitcase addition. They are easy to match with any top you pack and goes from casual to a dressier dinner out.

summer capsule wardrobe outfits with white capris

Denim shorts are a wardrobe staple. Of course they make it onto your must pack list.

summer capsule wardrobe outfits with denim shorts

The yellow in this color pallet is great for keeping it light and summery.

summer capsule wardrobe outfits with yellow shorts

Happy packing (and even happier vacation)!

Capsule size 10-12. Available at BBT as of 6/23/2016. Knee High by the 4th of July SALE runs through July 2nd. 20% off shorts, capris, and mid-length skirts and dresses.