Category: Everlane

Everlane 40 Hour Flat Review - What I Think After Wearing This Leather Point Toe Flat For Over 40 Hours

2/13/2021

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Ironically I spent my 20s boycotting wearing white and now in the subsequent decade as part of refining my personal style, my closet audit capsules have already made it abundantly clear to me that I could use a few white/light pieces...

Included in the wardrobe gap “In Search Of” list is a light, neutral colored flat, preferably leather for longevity, that can look polished with skirts and dresses. I’ve found that I love a pointed toe shoe, especially if it’s a flat (over a round or square flat), and especially if I’m in dresses or skirts and I want to look put together. The pointed toe shoe style is very flattering and lengthening on a petite frame like mine.

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Choosing Color - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

I decided to go with the color cream, over say taupe, because I thought it would suit my wardrobe elements better. We’ll see if that was a good choice or not.

Update: Upon arrival, at first I was a little surprised at how white the “cream” colored shoes looked! I thought they would be a touch more off-white. After wearing them, I feel like they have looked great in every outfit so ... so far so good!

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Choosing Size - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Historically I have always snagged size 8 shoes but lately I’ve found myself bumping it up to an 8.5. I’m not sure if it’s just because of the brand differences, if I always should have been an 8.5, or if it’s just my foot changing over time. I also think I have a bit of a bunion situation on one foot so I’m always curious to see how a shoe will handle that. Everlane advertises the 40 hour flat as true to size so I added the 8.5 to my cart but I dallied and it sold out as it happened to be on a pretty nice sale at the end of 2020. Sooooo... I took a gamble and went for a 9. It could be a huge mistake but I took comfort in knowing that these shoes seem to resell well online and possibly the extra .5 size increase could be good in a pointed toe shoe. We shall see.

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Shipping & Delivery - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Shipping was free since my order of the 40 hour flat plus the cotton crew sweater (review here) was over the $75 threshold.
I placed my order on 1/3/21. It was shipped on 1/7/21 and I received It on 1/12/21.

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Unboxing - Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Love the simple outer packaging for this Everlane order with a cardboard box and paper tape. When I opened the package I was surprised to see my sweater (review here) in a plastic bag, a different packaging approach to my previous purchase from the brand in 2019 (read about it here) The 40-hour flat was in a cardboard shoe box, but something seemed off when I opened it. I actually think these shoes were used. Well, maybe not "used" but they were definitely a return based on 1. Subtle creasing 2. Random hairs inside 3. Fibers at the back of the shoe possible from a sock? But the worst part was a plastic shoe shaping piece (idk what this is truly called) was loose in the box and poking against the leather of one of the shoes leaving a mark. (QC where you at?) Now these were a steal for 50% off, but still it's not a great experience with the packaging this time around. But, let's try them out!

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40 Hour Flat vs Day Glove vs Tapered Day Glove vs 40 Flat Re-Knit

Why did I choose the 40 hour flat over some of Everlane’s other shoe offerings? My purpose in buying this flat was to have a light colored leather flat that would look fantastic with skirts and dresses primarily and I always love the look of a pointed toe for that goal. I think it really elevates an outfit, but it can be tricky to find a pointed toe flat that works for your foot without causing paint or issues. So that was a gamble. The Day Glove is wildly popular and reviewed at 4.58 Stars over 5,767 reviews at the time of writing, but I worried that I may feel frumpy in the round toe and also that the vamp would come up too high on my foot and possibly irritate my toes or exacerbate a bunion situation. The tapered day glove is a cute option that almost merges the aforementioned designs, ending in an almost pointed-squared toe with a nice center seam detail. I think I still prefer the look of the point toe 40 Hour Flat, though. And as for the 40 hour flat re-knit - i guess this is Everlanes’ answer to rothys, but if I wanted that knit kind of style I would just get another pair of rothys (save $20 here, review here) and I think the look of leather is more refined than the mesh anyhow.

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Everlane 40 hour flat review

Day 1: Initial Try on & Thoughts After Receiving (2 hours)

Right away I am loving the style of the 40 hour flat, the pointy toe which is ever so slightly squared off just pulls that "put together" vibe so easily. I slipped my foot in and guess what? All of my toes have wiggle room! I can tell a difference right away in the size of the toe box compared to my tieks (read here and here) and my rothys points (read FAQ here). My big toe is definitely not smashed into the point, which is what I was looking for. I'd rather the point extend a little further than have my toe smashed, bunion exacerbated and who knows what other foot issues incited. As for the length, I think the 9 is a tad bit loose. I am so curious as to how the 8.5 would have fit side by side to know if it would be a perfect fit or if my toe would be smashed into the point? I think I would rather have the looser fit than have my toe smashed, what about you? I can try some of my tricks to make shoes fit better (read here) to improve a slightly loose fit, but if it's too tight forget it...

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Day 2: Wearing from 8 am to 10 pm

Day two is a WFH day. Right now I am 5.5 hours in to wearing the 40-hour flat at my desk and my feet are still feeling good. I opted to add this heel insert for comfort and a better fit. I tried my custom insoles but they were too high for a good fit. Also the heel grips, and these heel inserts, but I think these were the best for me, so far at least. I'm always wearing no-show socks as personal preference. The pair I have stick out slightly so I'm looking to try some with a lower profile. It's hard to balance a super low profile sock that actually doesn't roll down at the back. I heardSheec is good so I'm hoping to try them too! As for marks on my feet - A very subtle red mark on my pinky toe and bunion (side of big toe at the main joint) where they come into contact with the side of the shoe. This is a huge improvement over my tieks (I think I should have sized up) and also better than my Rothy's points. Additionally, the leather should give a bit as I wear them in so I imagine this will further decrease with time! I can't speak to the shoe hitting the top of my foot yet since those socks were creating a bit of a barrier.

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Day 3: 8 hours • Day 4: 4 hours• Day 5: 8 Hours • Day 6: 10 Hours

Okay so you always think you’re going to remember everything you don’t write down, which we all know is a total joke, so all the rest of the days blended together, but here’s the sum up:

I wore the Everlane 40-hour Flat for more than 40 hours last week and I am honestly quite impressed. The shoes look great with skirts and dresses which is the main reason I was looking for a comfortable leather pointed toe flat. I find that the toe box width is generous compared to other pointed toe shoes I have (rothys), but I also sized up to a 9 in these whereas my rothys are 8.5.

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Sore Spots?

As for sore spots, at the end of 8-10 hours wearing these shoes straight I had some red marks where the joint of my pinky toe hit the outer side of the shoe as well as more subtle marks where my big toe hits the side of the shoe. I have experienced way worse sore spots on other shoes when worn for much shorter time, not to mention these are brand new shoes so I think that’s pretty impressive and I look to see those marks lessen over time as the leather molds to my feet.

Insoles and Orthotics?

I started out using heel cups on day one but for the rest of the week I didn’t. My custom insoles are too tall for inside these shoes (a common issue when using them with most shoes)

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What socks do you wear with Everlane 40 Hour Flat

What socks did I wear with the 40 hour flats this week? I wore these socks I got ages ago (2016), as you can see from the pics, they showed a bit and actually they kind of left marks on my foot from the elastic rather than the shoes lol. I also wore these lace socks I got years ago too. They peek through a bit and I think they look better, but I also came to realize these socks are actually too small for my feet. I’m sure they were a size range like 7-9, but I discovered they put pressure on my big toes and cause my foot to scrunch up in a bad way..

Sheecs would be a great option if you want a true no-shoe with this shoe. Discount code here.

Any Cons?

I noticed when I wore the lace socks that were a little lower profile on the sides, every step I took the shoes made kind of a squeaking noise? I didn’t have this issue with the other socks I wore. I know some people have issues with tieks making weird sounds too.

The only thing I really wish is that these shoes just had a little more love in the sole. If there was just a bit more cushioning and support these would be absolutely amazing shoes. It would be nice to have some cushion without having to always buy something extra to stick into the shoe because often that alters the way the shoe fits which is not always desirable. I just think that if I was pounding pavement, commuting on public transportation, or traveling, while I love the look of the 40 hour flat, I wouldn’t choose them because there’s little-to-know absorbing of the impact of pavement.

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Everlane 40 Hour Flat Review

Overall I am really happy with this purchase so far. I think the 40 Hour Flat is a great addition to the more streamlinedcapsule wardrobe I am working to curate this year. It definitely fills a gap - close toed, flat, light neutral shoe for dressy clothing. I had absolutely nothing like this and I am already loving how it is working with a huge portion of my dress clothes Closet Audit Capsule January 2021. I am hoping to have these shoes for years to come, taking care of the leather and to update this post with how I feel about them in the future, how much wear I am getting from them etc.

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The Relaxed Silk Shirt Everlane Review

2/11/2021

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The Relaxed Silk Shirt Review

Bought: September 2019
Size: 00
Color: Royal Blue
Estimated Cost Per Wear: ~1.20
Like Love or Let Go: Love

The Relaxed Silk Shirt Review

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Why I bought it:

For all my adult life I have not owned a single button down shirt. It was time to give them a fair chance!
I wanted something with natural fibers (this is silk) that wouldn't cause the skin and temperature regulation issues that synthetics like polyester do.
Loved the color and it's 100% aligned with my style and can make endless outfits from what's already in my closet.
It went on sale!

Pros

It fit so much better than I imagined!!
Love the color in person
Have been finding a variety of ways to wear it
I feel polished when I wear this top.
Washable silk

Cons

I wish it tapered in just a bit more, but I'm learning to embrace this relaxed style!

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How I Wear The Everlane Relaxed Silk Shirt
I love to wear dresses and skirts. My favorite way to wear this silk button up shirt is tucked into an a-line or flowy skirt. I also love to leave it unbuttoned, and tie the ends at a flattering length! This is a great option instead of wearing a cardigan or blazer if you want to mix things up. I also enjoy layering it underneath tops and dresses so the collar peeks out.

What Would Make The Relaxed Fit Silk Shirt Better (for me)

Truly not much, as I mentioned above if it tapered just a bit (in other words less of a relaxed fit lol) but I think I'm just used to always having more fitted pieces so it's just a newer style.

What I learned from buying The Relaxed Fit Silk Shirt

I learned that I can wear button up shirts and feel great in them! I think a nicely draping material is better for me than a rigid one, though this is pure conjecture since I've not tried on any other button ups. :)
I love this royal blue silk button up shirt so much that I started to notice how often I would love to have a light/white/off-white one to wear. I am searching for one (ISO White Button Up) and I have ordered one here, I'm waiting for it to arrive and give it a try!

Tip: I always wear something underneath this silk shirt and this cuts down on the need to wash it. I think it is dry clean only, but I washed it on delicate and hung to dry with no problems. ymmv.

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Everlane Cotton Turtleneck Tee Review

2/9/2021

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In September 2019 I purchased two Everlane cotton turtlenecks. I am a fan of the turtleneck for cozy fall outfits and bundling up in the winter so after having these for 2 seasons here's what I think...

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Sizing and Fit

The cotton turtleneck tee is a slim fit turtleneck and I ordered XXS, XS, and S. Ultimately I ended up keeping the XS for the best fit. These turtlenecks are extremely lightweight. They are definitely a “tee”. While I was expecting them to be a bit heavier, I suppose when layering it can be helpful to have thinner layers at times so you don’t get too stuffy. The problem I found with these tees is they are a bit too sheer for my preference to wear as is. Notice one photo where I have an under armour base layer on beneath and you can clearly see the logo right through. Because of this, I wear these only if I’m wearing something else underneath or, more often, if I am wearing them under another sweater.

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Summary

I thought the quality was a bit lacking when it came to the fabric weight. I would not repurchase these or particularly recommend them, although I will certainly continue to make use of the two I purchased.

Other lessons learned:
I thought I would wear the rust orange color more often than I have so far. It’s great for fall but I find I’m not as drawn to this orange in winter or spring. Black or white would have been a better choice along with the navy I bought for more versatility.

Going forward I will think more about the season, style, and the rest of my closet when choosing colorful garments!

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January 2021 Purchases - Initial Impressions (Pact, Everlane, Twig Razor, Brooklinen, Quince, Levoit, Clean Faced Cosmetics)

2/2/2021

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Pact Organic Cotton Stretch Fit Long Sleeve Tees - White & Black

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I purchased these two long sleeve organic cotton tops (white and black) as wardrobe basics for my capsule wardrobe from Pact. Pact is a great place to find organic cotton basics at an approachable price.

First Impressions: I’m not in love with the fit of the organic cotton stretch fit long sleeve tees from pact, primarily the way they sit on my neck/shoulders. I’m not sure if it’s a sizing thing or a design thing. I was between XS and S in the sizing chart and went with XS because I wanted a snugger fit. The fit otherwise is fine, so I am wondering if the Small would have fit better around the neck and shoulders? These foundational pieces I primarily plan to use for layering, making the 100% perfect fit less of a priority. I'm curious to see how the fit will be over time!

These tees are 93% organic cotton and 7% Elastane. I can definitely feel the difference between the fabric in this shirt and my original pact purchase (read about them here and 1 year update here).

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Overall Rating 4/5 - These tees definitely serve the purpose I bought them for and will be worn well.
Would be a 5/5 if the fit was better on me!

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Everlane 40 Hour Flat

Full review here.

Recently realized mycapsule wardrobe has two obvious footwear gaps - a light colored flat and a black flat, both for primary use with dress clothes. I snagged a pair of leather pointed toe flats from everlane totally unexpectedly in their year-end sale.

Initial Impressions: Fab purchase. I think they will last for years, the toe box is wider than most point toe shoes, and I’ve already worn them >12 times in less than 2.5 weeks.

Overall Rating 5/5
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Everlane Cotton Crew Sweater

Full review here. (soon!)

I was looking for a light colored sweater to replace a taupe turtleneck I had been wearing for years after receiving as a hand-me-down from a friend (ie. it had a long, long life and it was time.)

I don’t think this Everlane sweater is the perfect replacement, but I do think it’s a good addition to my capsule wardrobe. I’ve worn it at least 4 times in 2.5 weeks. The fit is good. I wish it was a little denser of a knit as you can definitely see a bit through the knit whether it's bra lines or a cami or other undershirt and that kind of bugs me although pretty common for a light colored top.

Overall Rating 4/5 so far.

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Brooklinen Waffle Towel Set

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Brooklinen Waffle Bath Towels, Hand Towels, and Wash Cloths in white. Love that they are OEKO-TEX certified! The towels feel durable and the waffle is nice both functionally and aesthetically.

Tip: Remember to dry on lowest setting/air fluff if you can’t lay flat to dry. I forgot and now the trim of my towels is puckered. No big deal, but kind of a bummer.

Overall Rating: So far 4.5/5

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Quince Waffle Towel Set

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I thought I would compare another waffle towel set on the market and snagged the waffle bath towels and hand towels from Quince. No wash cloths available at this time. They are light and springy and absorbent. Organic Turkish cotton.

Overall Rating So far 5/5

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Twig Razor by Leaf Shave

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Overall Rating 5/5

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Levoit Air Purifier

We recently added this air purifier to our bedroom and decided to add another one in our office since we’re spending so much time at home now. We ordered this one. Are air purifiers worth it? If you don’t mind white noise, they are definitely nice to have as they really keep air circulating and clean. If you have a small space that gets stuffy quickly, it's really helpful!

Overall Rating: 5/5
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Pact Men’s Soft Spun V Neck Shirts & Cotton Knit Boxers

Snagged some replacement V neck tees from Pact and some of their cotton knit boxers for my husband. I'll share any feedback he has in time.

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Clean Faced Cosmetics Cake Mascara and Zero Waste Eyeliner

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TLDR: Love the idea of the cake mascara and zero waste eyeliner - better ingredients and less waste, but for every day I dont have the patience!
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I hope with time and more practice I can implement this, but in the mean time...

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This was a purchase heavy month especially after hardly buying anything extra during 2020, but looking back I feel really good about these buys! My goal is to really refine my wardrobe this year, keep auditing and filling specific gaps, so when it’s safe to get back out there and to travel again, I’ll have everything all set and I will have had fun doing it! See more of the capsule wardrobe journey here!

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Building A Capsule Wardrobe - In Search Of: The Perfect Light Colored Button Up / Collared Shirt

1/13/2021

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Please share your favorite button-up/buttown-down/women's collared dress shirt recommendations in the comments so we can build our best capsules! :)

In my younger years I never found a button up that I felt comfortable in, that fit and flattered my petite frame. I kind of assumed this universal staple just wasn't for me. In 2019 I branched out and ordered a silk button up shirt in royal blue (review here) that I, surprisingly, enjoy so much that I decided a light (white/cream) button up is a wardrobe gap, an absolute necessity and staple for me to add this year (hopefully!) to my capsule wardrobe.

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What I’m wondering

I'm wondering what my preferred fabric and style are. Remember, I'm new to the button up / button down world!

The Tradlands button-up shirts are really highly recommended and well-loved. My concern is they may be a stiffer fit than I'm looking for?
The Quince silk button-up shirts are very reminiscent in style to my Everlane silk (review here) which I like a lot! I wonder if it would be better to get the 100% silk or the stretch silk? Also, I would like to research the difference between Crepe de Chine Silk and Mulberry Silk Double Georgette .
The Comfy Dress Shirt from encircled, I know I would love. Look. At. That. DRAPE! It would be fantastic with a lot of my skirts (not to mention pants), but I don't think it would truly fill my dress shirt/ button up gap. I want something with a collar to layer under certain tops and dresses like my All Day Work Dress!
Not Perfect Linen has been on my radar for a while. They have a real loyal customer base and you can even send custom measurements which is awesome. I wonder, though, if linen is going to have the right drape and look for my primary use with dress clothes or will it come off too casual?
Everlane has at least 5 potential options and again it's going to come down to fabric (silk, cotton, linen) and fit.
Also, I'm wondering how I feel about pockets? Part of my says go for it, but another part is wondering if I won't like how they look and if they will create weird lumps when layering. So I'm leaning toward no pockets at this point.

Here’s What I’ve Tried So Far:

Nothing yet! Still in the researching and saving $$ phase, but drop a comment as to your favorites!

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Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe - January 2021

1/11/2021

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January 2021 Closet Audit Capsule Wardobe -
Color Palette: Royal Blue, Forest Green, Mustard Yellow

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After my first month doing this project where I had a lot of black with some red mixed in, I thought a snowy/icy January would be perfect to bring out some bright royal blue!

Tops

Royal Blue Turtle Neck January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Royal Blue Turtleneck

acquired: c. 2016
wears: >25
material: poly blend :(
better option: this funnel neck blouse in royal blue

wore 2 times in January

So Perla Royal Blue Snap Button Cardigan January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Royal Blue Snap Button Cardigan

acquired: c. 2016
wears: >30
material: 49% cotton 51% acrylic
better option: this multi-way cardigan in royal blue

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Everlane Relaxed Silk Shirt in Real Blue

acquired: 2019
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Wore 2 times in January

Blue Cowl Neck Sweater January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

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acquired: 2020 hand-me-down
wears: 0
material: junk
better option: beautiful blue hand knit merino wool jumper / sweater
wore 2 times in January

Chartreuse Snap Button Cardigan January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Chartreuse Snap Button Cardigan

acquired: 2017
wears: >15
material: poly/rayon/spandex :(
better option: linen layering piece, hand made, customizable measurements in greenish mustard

Wore 1 time in January

Forest Green Snap Button Cardigan January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Forest Green Snap Button Cardigan

acquired: 2017
wears: >15
material: poly/rayon/spandex :(
better option: handmade linen blazer in evergreen

Wore 3 times in January

Everlane Cashmere Crew Review Mustard Yellow January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Everlane Mustard Yellow Cashmere Crew Sweater

acquired: 2019
wears: >15
material: body 100% cashmere (trimmings cashmere/nylon/elastane)
free shipping & returns here

wore 2 times in January

Encircled Clothing Review Fair Long Sleeve in Forest Green January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Encircled Fair Long Sleeve in Forest Green
Initial Review Here

acquired: 2019
wears: >15
material: learn about encircled's fabrics

wore 2 times in January

Skirts

For the January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe Skirts Category, I chose 3 more-or-less solid skirts along with two fun patterned skirts.

Custom Made Skirt on Etsy January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Sea Life Circle Skirt w/ Pockets - Made To Measure on Etsy

acquired: 2018
wears: >20
material: unknown
see available fabrics in small shops like this one

wore 2 times in January

Talbots Tweed Pencil Skirt January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Talbots Tweed Pencil Skirt

acquired: 2013
wears: >40
material: poly rayon

Wore 4 times in January

Taupe A Line Skirt Banana Republic January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Banana Republic Taupe Skirt

acquired: 2014 hand-me-down
wears: >15
material: cotton/lyocell/spandex poly lining

Wore 5 times in January

Encircled Dressy Sweatskirt Skirt Review January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Encircled Dressy Sweatskirt in Navy
Initial Review Here

acquired: 2019
wears: >25
material: MicroModal

learn about encircled's fabrics

Wore 5 times in January

Abstract Leopard Print Pencil Skirt Review January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Fast Fashion Long Abstract Animal Print Pencil Skirt

acquired: 2011
wears: >40
material: cotton/poly/spandex

Wore 2 times in January

Dresses

January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe Dresses Category, I chose 2 dresses. A yellow dress I was recently given in a bag of hand-me-downs and a blue and green dress I've had for a while.

Yellow Fast Fashion Dress with Shoulder Cut-outs

acquired: 2020 hand-me-down
wears: 1
material: synthetic

wore 2 times in January

Fast Fashion Blue & Green Paisley Dress

acquired: c. 2015
wears: > 15
material: synthetic

wore 1 time in January

What’s not included:

Layering T shirts and casual which is basically my jeans, dressy sweatpants, and encircled leggings with any of the tops above or my t shirts

Wax Denim Women's Basic Stretchy Fit Skinny Jeans January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Current Jeans worn here, Better option here

Encircled Dressy Sweatpant Review Black XS January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Dressy Sweatpants Black, XS - here
(or here if you're Canadian)

Encircled Legging Review Black XS January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Encircled Flipside Legging, no longer available but great option here (or here if you're Canadian)

Intentions:

Intention: The intention of the Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe series is to assess the color, fit, style, and fabric of each garment.
Action: At the end of the month I will remove items I consistently don’t reach for, find unflattering, uncomfortable or in need of constant adjustment while wearing.

Additionally: This capsule also gives me the opportunity to try clothes from a recently received hand-me-down bag to give them an honest evaluation as to whether they are worthy of my in-progress closet curation.

Spreadsheet or StyleBook App: I'm also using this as an opportunity to start outfit tracking again whether in my Style Book app or a spreadsheet, to assess which clothing, footwear and other accessories I'm reaching for most and what the CPW is working out to be. Just a nerdy-fun thing .:)

Predictions:

I'm guessing this will be the year I finally shed some of the fast fashion cardigans I have a love-hate relationship with and items that are functional but I don't love, when I have alternatives available that I do love.

Shoes I Reached For This Month:

BIRKENSTOCK Women's Gizeh Thong Sandal Review - January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

These Birkenstocks - the finish makes it surprisingly versatile and elevates a casual outfit a bit. They are also super comfy especially because of the wide and spacious footbed. (Note: Wearing these in January bc I’m home all day)

Rothys Marigold Point Review January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

The Rothy’s Marigold points are a perfect match with my mustard sweater! See rothys FAQs here and get $20 off rothys here

Bali Elf Spirit Walker Bootie Review January Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe

Emerald Handmade Vintage Style Leather Booties from etsy

Spenco Orthotic Arch Support Loafer - these are a little loose on me so they rub at the heel on my right foot (problem area for me) if I wear them a lot without thick socks, but they are great for wearing at home! All Spenco shoes have wonderful, supportive footbeds and I highly recommend them - just get the right size ;)

Discoveries

What left my closet and why:

Chartreuse snap button cardigan - Pilling, stretched out, terrible for heat regulation
Forest green snap button cardigan - same as above
Royal blue sparkly top with cutouts - Although I think the top is pretty (hand-me-down), I found the cutouts and overall to be annoying and I think it’s too much pattern/bling up around my face. I’d rather reserve that for fun earrings.
Blue cowl neck sweater - I found the neckline was never laying how I wanted it to and the button details, while cute, make it less versatile. The synthetic material was not good for heat regulation.
Paisley dress - I received this from a swap years ago and have worn it a lot, but I realized I was keeping it and wearing it year after year not because I actually loved it or felt great in it, but mainly just because I had it and I could make outfits with it. It is actually too big for me, but I would belt it and no one would know. I considered that I could have it altered to actually fit me but then I thought no. I’ve used it well for years and it’s still in great condition. It will serve someone else and I can give that attention to another garment I truly love.
Yellow dress - This dress was cute and I had fun wearing it a couple times in January, but at the end of the day I got rid of it for a few reasons: It’s a little shorter than my preference, it also has cut outs at the shoulder that I find cumbersome, and it actually had some stains that I couldn’t get out after washing twice.

After removing these 6 items I was on a roll and removed a few more items in January:

Navy long sleeve shirt - was going to keep it for layering but tbh the neckline was stretched out and it wasn’t a snug fit so that’s not good for my kind of layering at all.
Black and white stripe tunic - was getting pilly and the neckline was way too wide for me. I was constantly readjusting it while wearing it. I’m over that!
A fit/flare tank with embroidery at the top that I have loved, but the pilling has gone too far!
Black top with sequins down the sleeve - neckline is too wide, always adjusting and bra straps always showing plus sequins were too flashy and when they start falling off it’s a scene.
Tiered polka dot maxi skirt - I kept this skirt for a long time and it wasn’t that i loved the pattern, and it was actually stretched at the waist and too loose, but after much thought I realized I love the style and silhouette of it. It’s flattering and an easy breezy wear for summer, although I’ve layered it in colder months too! So while I did remove it, I will keep a skirt with a similar style in mind to replace someday, no rush.

Gaps Identified:

White/Off-white leather skinny belt
Basic Headband

Closet Additions:

Everlane Cotton Crew Neck Sweater in Bone
Everlane White Leather 40 Hour Flats
Pact Black & White Long Sleeve Organic Cotton Tees

Entire Closet Audit Capsule Wardrobe Series Here

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Building A Capsule Wardrobe - In Search Of: A Light Sweater

1/11/2021

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Capsule Wardrobe Basics - In Search Of Light Sweater Ft Tradlands Jude Pullover

I have a taupe-ish turtleneck I lean on heavily in the winter months. I like the color but It’s not a perfect match for my wardrobe at this time and it’s had a good run. I got it as a hand-me-down from a friend at least 7 years ago. Winter 2019 I determined to let it go after that season but ended up using it through all of 2020 too. The fabric doesn’t feel great on and it's no wonder as it was from The Limited and a terrible synthetic blend. I feel good about letting it go once I have something to replace it with since I wear it weekly in the winter.
This time I want to try something a bit lighter.

Possible Options - Capsule Wardrobe Light Sweater Replacement

Soft Cotton Crew - reg $50 on sale $35 atm

Capsule Wardrobe Basics - Light Sweater Tradlands Jude Pullover Sweater - TDF Life & Style - www.tripdontfall.xyz

Jude Pullover Sweater Birch
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Capsule Wardrobe Basics - Light Sweater Tradlands Haven Mock Neck Sweater - TDF Life & Style - www.tripdontfall.xyz

Mockneck Sweater Natural
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Capsule Wardrobe Basics - Light Sweater Tradlands Modern Fisher Cotton Sweater - TDF Life & Style - www.tripdontfall.xyz

Modern Fischer Cotton Sweater
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Quince Mongolian Cashmere Turtleneck Review

Mongolian Cashmere Turtleneck
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Here’s What I’ve Tried So Far:

Everlane Soft Cotton Crew Sweater in Bone

The Everlane Soft cotton Crew Sweater looks to have a pretty timeless style and is 100% cotton. One blogger said this was one of her favorite more fitted sweaters and she really recommended it over some other ones she had picked up. So we’ll see. It was on sale for $35 (reg $50) so I decided to give it a try when I ordered the 40 Hour Flat in Cream. (Review here - coming soon) Once the sweater comes in and I have a chance to wear it on a number of occasions I will add that review.

Check for current Everlane discounts here and don’t forget to get the highest Everlane Cashback rate here.

What I’m wondering

After placing my order, I’m wondering if I will actually like having this cotton crew sweater or if I will wish I had gotten something like a turtleneck/mockneck and then a more flowy sweater (like the Jude pullover) that could be tucked resulting in beautiful drape... I’m all about that drape these days. I don’t want to look shapeless in a tremendously oversized piece, but I also now appreciate that everything doesn’t need to be fitted to be flattering, whether you are thick or thin. A lesson I learned over the last decade.

Still, It’s hard to get a light colored, fitted mockneck that’s is opaque, so that could be a challenge and interesting ISO (in search of) in it’s own right.

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January 2021 Closet Audit Capsule Wardobe - Color Palette: Royal Blue, Forest Green, Mustard Yellow

Tops

Skirts

Dresses

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Shoes I Reached For This Month:

Discoveries

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Color Palette: Royal Blue, Forest Green, Mustard Yellow