capsule wardrobe

noun

plural capsule wardrobes
: a selection of clothing items that can be styled in a variety of configurations for many occasions thereby reducing the number of items needed overall
Crafting a well-rounded fall capsule wardrobe often begins from the ground up …—Laura Jackson
… Together, the two have created a capsule wardrobe featuring timeless garments, with a touch of modernity added through accessorizing or less classic pieces.—Olivia Batoul

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Every capsule wardrobe could use a pair of Levi’s, and this timeless pair is a no-brainer for your regular rotation. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026 Consider this proof that straight-leg blue jeans are the cornerstone of any fall capsule wardrobe—and the easiest way to make the simplest outfit look effortlessly polished. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026 Shop effortless outfits for under $50 to add to your capsule wardrobe. — Brooke Knappenberger, PEOPLE, 3 Oct. 2026 Wundermost Ultra-Soft Nulu Crewneck Long-Sleeve Shirt This luxuriously soft long-sleeve is the perfect addition to your fall capsule wardrobe. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for capsule wardrobe

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First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of capsule wardrobe was in 1942

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