Create a practical Bright Winter Capsule Wardrobe for Winter for winter around saturated neutrals and your signature palette. By keeping a capsule winter wardrobe in your season, you reduce decision fatigue, save money, and reduce clutter.
As a Bright Winter, your best colors are bright, vivid, and cool. Think hot pink (cool), electric blue, bright magenta, emerald, and icy brights.
Your Bright Winter Winter Color Palette
Core Neutrals:
- Pure white
- Black
- Cool gray (light to medium)
- Charcoal (bright, clear)
- Icy gray
Accent Colors:
- Hot pink and bright magenta
- Electric blue and bright sapphire
- Bright emerald and jade
- Bright cool red
- Icy bright pink and icy blue
- Vivid purple and bright fuchsia
Avoid in Winter:
- Muted, dusty colors
- Warm, golden tones
- Soft, washed-out pastels
- Earth tones
Essential 15-Piece Bright Winter Winter Capsule
Outerwear – 2-3 pieces
1. Black, Pure White, or Emerald Green Wool Coat Your statement coat in black or pure white is classic but green says so much.
Universal Standard Callaghan Wool Coat in Aventurine
2. Electric Blue or Hot Pink Jacket or Vest A light form of outerwear is super versatile in electric blue, hot pink, or bright magenta.
Bianstore Women’s Oversized Splice Quilted Lightweight Puffer Jacket at Amazon in Blue
3. Black or Cool Gray Blazer (Optional) A structured blazer in your cool, clear tones.
Tops – 5-6 pieces
4. Bright White Sweater A sweater in bright white is essential.
5. Hot Pink or Electric Blue Cashmere Sweater This is your investment piece, a luxurious sweater in one of your signature cool colors.
J. Crew Cashmere classic-fit crewneck sweater in Neon Heather Fuchsia
6. Bright Emerald Knit Sweater A sweater in emerald adds color near your face.
7. Pure White or Black matching set Winter means being comfortable and cozy.
PRETTYGARDEN 2 Piece Sets at Amazon in White
8. Cool Gray or Charcoal Sweater A pullover in cool gray or charcoal provides a neutral base for your bright accessories.
9. Bright Magenta or Purple Cardigan A cardigan in one of your electric colors works well.
Bottoms – 3-4 pieces
10. Black or Cool Gray Trousers Your go-to pants in black or cool gray work with everything.
11. Bright White or Charcoal Wide-Leg Pants A second pair of trousers in bright white or charcoal adds versatility.
12. Bright or Clear Denim For casual days, choose jeans with clarity, cool-toned dark or even white jeans.
Madewell The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jean in Pipestone wash
13. Black or Bright Colored Skirt (Optional) If you wear skirts, choose black or a color like electric blue.
Shoes & Accessories – 3-4 pieces
14. Black or White Boots Invest in quality boots in black, or even white.
15. Black or Bold Colored Shoes For casual days or flats, black or shoes in a bright color work well.
poemlady Women’s Ballet Flat Shoes in Black
Essential Accessories
Scarves: Scarves in hot pink, electric blue, bright magenta, emerald, or icy pink
WAMSOFT Winter Wool Scarf Shawl Wrap at Amazon in Rose Pink
Hat: A black, white, cool gray, or even hot pink beanie
Gloves: Black, white, or even bright colored gloves
Tights: Black, white, or even colored tights in your bright colors
Layering Strategies for Bright Winter
Base Layer: Bright white or cool nude silk or thermal
Middle Layer: Hot pink or electric blue sweater
Outer Layer: Black or white coat
Accessories: Bright magenta or emerald scarf
Start Building Your Bright Winter 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 white wool coat? Need a bright sweater?
Build from there as needs and budget allow. A well-curated Bright Winter Capsule Wardrobe for Winter is versatile and you know you will always look beautiful in every piece!
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