Create a practical True Summer Capsule Wardrobe for Winter around your cool, soft palette. By keeping a capsule winter wardrobe in your season, you reduce decision fatigue, save money, and reduce clutter.
As a True Summer, your best colors are cool and soft. Think soft rose, periwinkle, soft teal, mauve, and cool gray.
Your True Summer Winter Color Palette
Core Neutrals:
- Soft white
- Cool gray (light to medium)
- Rose-taupe and mauve-taupe
- Soft navy
- Blue-gray
- Cool charcoal
Accent Colors:
- Soft rose and rose pink
- Periwinkle and lavender
- Soft teal and blue-green
- Mauve and soft plum
- Soft raspberry
- Cool mint (medium-toned)
Avoid in Winter:
- Black (too harsh, use soft navy or cool charcoal)
- Warm, golden tones
- Very bright, vivid colors
- Warm browns and camel
Essential 15-Piece True Summer Winter Capsule
Outerwear – 2-3 pieces
1. Soft Navy or Cool Gray Wool Coat Your statement coat in soft navy or cool gray is versatile.
chouyatou Women’s Big Notch Lapel Single Breasted Mid-Long Wool Blend Coat at Amazon in Navy Blue
2. Rose-Taupe or Cool Plum Jacket or Vest A light form of outerwear is super versatile in rose-taupe, soft teal, or cool plum.
3. Cool Gray or Blue-Gray Blazer (Optional) A structured blazer is great for professional settings.
Tops – 5-6 pieces
4. Soft White sweater A quality sweater in soft white provides a neutral foundation that works with everything.
Madewell CloudSoft Drop-Shoulder Sweater in Antique Cream
5. Soft Rose or Periwinkle Cashmere Sweater This is your signature piece.
J. Crew Cashmere classic-fit crewneck sweater in Sweet Hyacinth
6. Soft Teal Knit Sweater A sweater in soft teal adds color and pairs well with your neutrals.
7. Soft White or Cool Gray matching set Winter means being comfortable and cozy.
PRETTYGARDEN 2 Piece Sets at Amazon in White
8. Mauve or Blue-Gray Sweater A pullover in mauve or blue-gray provides a more neutral option.
9. Soft Raspberry or Lavender Cardigan A cardigan in one of your colors adds warmth.
Bottoms – 3-4 pieces
10. Cool Gray or Rose-Taupe Trousers Your go-to pants in cool gray or rose-taupe work with everything.
11. Soft Navy or Blue-Gray Wide-Leg Pants A second pair of trousers adds versatility while staying in your cool palette.
12. Cool-Toned Denim For casual days, choose jeans in cool, soft washes. Avoid warm or bright denim.
Universal Standard Perfect Jeans in Montana Blue
13. Soft Navy or Mauve Skirt (Optional) If you wear skirts, choose one in soft navy or mauve for versatile styling.
Shoes & Accessories – 3-4 pieces
14. Cool Gray or Rose-Taupe Boots Invest in quality boots in cool gray or rose-taupe, these work with your entire capsule.
15. Cool-Toned Sneakers or Flats For casual days, cool gray, soft white, or rose-toned sneakers or flats complete your looks.
Asics Skyhand OG Sneakers in White Blue Fade
Essential Accessories
Scarves: Scarves in soft rose, periwinkle, soft teal, mauve, or lilac bring your colors to your face.
Novawo Wool Scarf at Amazon in Pale Pink
Hat: A cool gray, soft white, or even soft rose beanie keeps you warm in your palette.
Gloves: Cool gray, rose-taupe, or soft navy gloves coordinate well.
Tights: Choose cool gray, rose-taupe, or cool nude tights rather than black.
Layering Strategies for True Summer
Base Layer: Soft white or cool nude silk or thermal
Middle Layer: Soft rose or periwinkle sweater
Outer Layer: Soft navy or cool gray coat
Accessories: Soft teal or mauve scarf
Start Building Your True Summer Capsule Wardrobe for Winter
Before buying anything new, assess what you have versus what you think you need. It helps me to pull out all my winter clothes and look for gaps. Are you missing a cool-toned coat? Need a soft rose sweater?
Build from there as needs and budget allow. A well-curated True Summer Capsule Wardrobe for Winter is versatile and you know you will always look beautiful in every piece!
