
Everything You Need in Summer 2023 Capsule Wardrobe
SS 2023 SHOPPING LIST
Summer 2023 capsule wardrobe shopping checklist here! Or a list of all the clothes shoes and accessories in style for summer 2023, if you prefer! Yes, here is a list of everything that is in fashion for summer 2023 that you need to add to your summer 2023 capsule wardrobe if you want a well curated fashionable closet. Everything that is in fashion for SS23. The ultimate summer 2023 list of clothes, shoes and bags in style for SS23 you buy now if you don’t want to build a boring summer capsule wardrobe. Now scroll down to see what and where to shop for 2023 summer capsule wardrobe and the most fashionable summer 2023 clothes, shoes, bags and accessories! Ps. This season, fun and fashionable, mean the same. Summer 2023 is all about the fun and ease.
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WHAT TO BUY FOR SUMMER 2023?
I won’t ask you if you are ready for summer 2023, because I know that you are. I’m pretty sure your credit card is on stand-by and waiting to be used immediately.
Yes, now is the time to shop for summer 2023 season! The new season summer sales are on, my summer 2023 shopping list is complete, and we finally know all the fashion trends that will be rocking the streets and the beach in 2023 – once it warms up. So, get your credit card and start shopping all the most fashionable clothes, IT bags, and stylish summer shoes straight from my summer 2023 capsule wardrobe checklist.
I only hope you have put your winter clothes in the boxes already and made enough space for the new season because after you see all the fashionable pieces I found and bought for myself, you will want them, too.
Anyway, less talking, more shopping! Grab your credit card, and scroll down!
SUMMER 2023 CAPSULE WARDROBE AND FASHION TRENDS
In this article is the list of all the clothes, shoes, and bags that are in fashion for summer 2023.
Obviously, you don’t need to buy everything from summer 2023 capsule shopping list to build a fashionable summer capsule wardrobe.
I put everything that’s in fashion for summer 2023 on the checklist just to make sure you could build a better capsule wardrobe for summer 2023. You will know what to buy for yourself and include in your capsule closet for summer 2023 regarding your style or your mood.
Anyway, whatever your style is, no matter who you are, what you do, where you work, or how old you are, here’s what you need to build a fashionable capsule wardrobe for summer 2023.
I see you are raising your eyebrows right now. But please, don’t give me that look. Sure, a capsule wardrobe should consist of staple clothes and shoes.
But trust me, you need something exciting in your closet for summer 2023 something that will lift your spirits on the blue days. Because a fashionable wardrobe can do just that – decorate your day, inspire and give you the boost you need to get out of bed and seize the chances.
Now let’s scroll down to the list of all the clothes, shoes, bags and accessories that are in fashion for summer 2023, and you should buy for summer 2023.
Ps. The printable summer 2023 shopping checklist with all the fashionable things that I am buying/bought for summer 2023 is waiting for you at the end of this article – below the description of all the key 2023 summer fashion trends.
By the way, I made sure that you can shop while reading. This article won’t close when you click on the item you like. Read, check the window that opened in a new tab, shop and then come back to read the rest. Be sure to browse through the galleries to find a similar product if you click on an item that is slightly over your budget. I made sure to add clothes at different price ranges available all over the globe.
So, what to buy for summer 2023.
ACCESSORIES
Shop the accessories first to make sure you don’t run out of money before you even fasten your new big buckle belt and count the sea shells in your hair.
GLOVES
Partially thanks to Bridgerton, gloves are very fashionable for summer 2023. 2023 is the year of fancy day gloves and long tulle gloves. I already have a pretty nice collection of long gloves in my wardrobe. Hence I will put my hands on/in these quiet luxury cotton gloves.
TIGHTS AND SOCKS
Forget about the mid-calf socks and loafers on a mini skirt or knee socks and Sambas – this season we wear colorful tights. Red tights are very fashionable for summer 2023 – POV they will be in September.
Ps. Check the styling trends to see how to style tights with slingbacks for cold summer 2023. The most stylish combination might shock you.
BELTS AND SCARVES
Skinny scarves and a fashionable belt – this season a big buckle belt offer a fun way of elevating your outfit for a casual day. They are the perfect accent, especially when emphasized with matching jewellery. Although, you might prefer a quiet luxury brown belt instead. I bought this one.
HAIR ACCESSORIES
Yes, just like last year, summer 2023 is all about hair accessories. Jersey headbands (I bought these two), shell hair claws and rosette headbands are the most fashionable this season. But there are a few more hair accessories we will be wearing this year. Be sure to go through the extended report on SS23 hair accessories to find out what other hair accessories are in style for summer 2023.
MUST HAVE HAIR ACCESSORIES FOR SUMMER 2023
NEW TRENDY BAGS
Welcome spring with a new handbag. Preferably with a large chic bag. The XL slouchy shoulder bag with buckles and metal hardware is the most fashionable bag for summer 2023. But a quiet luxury everyday tote and half moon small bag – I will buy this one in cyber lime yellow bag (but you might want to buy this Uniqlo bag for $20 instead) – are two of the key bag trends for summer 2023, too.
Other bags in fashion for summer 2023 are top-handle bags with structured hard case, top-handle bags with more fluid shape, soft shopper bag, and large basket bag.
DESIGNER BAGS YOU NEED IN YOUR CAPSULE CLOSET
If you are shopping for a new designer bag to elevate your capsule wardrobe, get Bottega Veneta Andiamo bag, Gucci Diana medium tote bag, Givenchy Voyou leather shoulder bag, Saint Laurent tote bag, Dior large book tote.
JEWELLERY
Jewellery is going maximalist for summer 2023 and statement earrings are set to add drama. Shop for oversized hoop earrings and pineapple earrings. If you don’t wear earrings (I don’t!) buy into the biggest summer 2023 trend – the floral-appliqué choker. 3D floral rosette choker is trending. POV tiktok is oversaturated with this jewellery trend. You might want to be fashion forward and shop for bow choker instead. Bows will be big for AW23.
Still, you might prefer to be seasonal and get a pretty charm necklace, or a lavish wrist cuff bracelet and arm cuff. Bracelets and arm cuffs are the most fashionable jewellery pieces for summer 2023.
By the way, chain necklace layered with a choker are still in fashion for 2023.
HATS
Summer 2023 brought back the an oversized sun hat. No well-curated spring summer capsule wardrobe is complete without a baseball cap. But if you really want to be on trend for SS23 you will want to get an enlarged cloche hat, and oversized fedora hat. POV gen Z might prefer a crochet bucket hat – the only bucket hat that is still stylish for SS23.
HEADWEAR TO ADD TO YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE
Ps. You can also wear your new headscarf tied in the back or tied under your chin. Like Grace Kelly would. Only with slim sunglasses.
SUNGLASSES
While Aviators (btw oversized aviator frames with dark tinted lenses are the most fashionable Aviators for summer 2023 – I’ve just bought these) and black XL sunglasses will never go out of style, everyone fashionable is shopping for 00s sunglasses right now. Violet sunglasses, chunky frames, super-square sunglasses, but also thin cat’s eye sunglasses, and racer sunglasses are the most popular sunglasses for summer 2023.
SHADES TO INVEST IN 2023 – THE TRENDIEST SUNGLASSES OF THE SEASON
Other sunglasses in fashion for SS23 are sporty sunglasses.
Ps. Check the extended eyewear fashion trend report to find out more about sunglasses in style for 2023. But first, shop for spring-summer capsule wardrobe must haves.
Now that you are all accessorized and up to date with the latest accessory trends – let’s fill your closet with some new season’s clothes and shoes.
TRENDY UNDERWEAR
Well, we might need to shop for fashionable underwear first. Underwired and push-up bras are back in fashion, and there are so many pretty bras to shop for summer 2023 capsule wardrobe.
Browse through the widget below to see what lingerie I bought recently. Ps. I purchased all these low-waist hipster panties to wear with high cut bodysuits.
STYLISH DRESSES FOR COLD SUMMER 2023
Get a jump start on summer with the most fashionable dress of the season – sheer dress or bet on this pink lace dress – like me. It gives the same effect, but you can wear it everywhere from brunch, fancy garden party to work.
DRESSES TO WEAR WHEN IT RAINS
If it is enduring favourites you are after, then opt for a fashionable vertical ruffled dress in cool pastel tones, or a dress with a floral rosette.
THE MOST FASHIONABLE COLD SUMMER DRESSES 2023
Revamp your entire mode with an updated shirt dress with a dropped-waist and ruffles or a shirt dress in draped silhouette that fastens at the side for a wrap effect (I will buy this Sandro Paris draped dress or this Sandro Paris dreaped shirt dress in pink, which is perfect for work and play in spring), a mini dress with cargo pockets, draped dress, a crinkled mini dress, dress with long fringes, asymmetric dress, ribbed knit dress (I love this ribbed knit dress with cap sleeves) or try something entirely new – like a dress with a train, or even better – the trendiest TikTok dress of the season – Y2k denim dress.
Oh, and also the dress with bubble hemline. Yes, a bubble hem dress is back in style in 2023.
Ps. browse through the widget below to see/shop for the dresses I recently bought for myself.
CHIC DRESSES FOR THE PARTY
No closet is really complete without at least one little black dress hanging up in there.
Ps. If you don’t know what little black dress to buy for summer 2023 – check the list of the most fashionable little black dresses. It will help!
SUMMER DRESSES FOR HOT SUMMER DAYS
For an updated summer look, get a midi halter neck dress, or explore asymmetric dresses. You heard it here first – the silhouette of summer 2023 is going to be asymmetric with cutouts that flatter in an elegant way. And the most fashionable summer dress in 2023 will be sheer dress.
Ps. If you sheer dresses that are not tacky – at least not that much get a lace dress with extreme cutouts instead.
Also fashionable for summer 2023 are the vertical ruffled dress, see through dress, dress with floral rosette, dress with a train, utility mini dress, mini babydoll dress, strapless body con dress, draped dress, Y2k denim dress, crinkled mini dress, beach-to-bar dress. Plus, all the dress styles that are in fashion for spring 2023 – only made of thinner materials.
LIGHT SUMMER DRESSES FOR THE CITY
Another summer dress I’m pretty sure you will be happy to wear again is a slip dress with lace trim. And a pretty A-style floral. Floral dresses are very fashionable for spring summer 2023.
STYLISH SUMMER DRESSES FOR THE BEACH
Good news if you like a kaftan. Your favourite beach-to-bar dress is back in style with the addition of waist-cinching details like seams, ties and belts.
SUMMER KNITWEAR
It won’t be long until the next big event, where we can finally re-emerge looking our very best. Let us bring some glamour back! Every once in a while, we need a transformative moment and a one-of-a-kind pieces to steal the spotlight.
Lightweight and versatile knitwear is perfect for this period as we shift towards summer.
Choose between black turtleneck sweater with short sleeves (I bought this cute black short sleeve sweater), a black turtleneck sweater with 3/4 sleeves (I bought this one from Max Mara), a pretty cardigan sweater with short sleeves, sheer sweater, a metallic sweater, crochet sweater – I will buy this crochet sweater – it’s the prettiest sweater yet, but you might prefer to shop for a V-neck crochet sweater with hanky hem and rosettes – it’s the most fashionable knitwear of the season, or perhaps a V-neck sweater, striped V-neck sweater, striped cardigan, open knit cardigan, V-neck cardigan, or a crochet cardigan that is my preferred statement cardigan as we look forward to the future. Crochet cardigans will be very fashionable for fall winter 2023 2024, too.
SPRING KNITS AND LATE SUMMER KNITWEAR TO WEAR ON COLD SUMMER MORNINGS AND CHILLY SUMMER NIGHTS
Stylish short cardigans are perfect for those chilly summer mornings.
Embrace throwback elegance with a metallic cardigan or a sheer cardigan that is perfect for a casual dinner date or a night out, too.
Something knitted is not essential only for summer 2023, also.
SUMMER KNITS TO ADD TO YOUR SUMMER CAPSULE WARDROBE IMMEDIATELY
For spring summer 2023 capsule wardrobe, fill your closet with an open knit sweater, sweater with 3D floral rosette, tie-front cardigan, cardigan with 3D floral rosette and ruffles, ruffle trimmed cardigan, open wave knit top, bolero, knitted bralette, metallic halterneck knit top, fringed knit top, halterneck knit top (I bought this one), crochet halterneck knit top – will buy this one, crochet top, striped knit top, cut-out knit top, or a knitted tube top.
Surely you can find fashionable knitwear that matches your style. I’m adding these knitted pieces.
CO-ORD SETS
Prepare for the season ahead by snapping up hey pieces that will mix and match seamlessly with what you already own. Double down on a co-ord set that looks great together or styled solo.
I bought myself this chic tweed skirtsuit as it will transition well into fall. And I plan to buy this yellow pantsuit next.
JACKETS AND OUTWEAR
Thinking about how to stay warm as the weather stays cold? Summer layering is all about layering up without sacrificing style.
Try F1 racer jacket or a tassel jacket, or fall for the irresistible charm of this season’s most fashionable jacket – oversized bomber jacket. I bought this H&M oversized bomber jacket. But I will probably buy that pretty lavender bomber jacket as well. Elevated oversized bomber jacket will transition into fall 2023 as some of the most fashionable jackets of the season.
A TRENCH COAT IS A MUST ADD TO YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE
THE MOST FASHIONABLE SPRING JACKETS
An instant pick-me-up, a beautiful jacket is the one item that really pulls an outfit together. I plan to buy this stunning cropped tweed jacket from Sandro to wear with a matching skirt and this trendy cropped Maje tweed jacket for more casual spring ensembles.
I already have a cropped black leather jacket from Sandro Paris and a Barbour quilted jacket, but I also need this wind jacket for rainy summer days in Alps.
Ps. Get a stylish windbreaker to do away with dull rainy day styles that don’t excite.
On the other hand, a trench coat will never lead you astray. A trench coat is a wardrobe staple worthy of investing in.
I have this chic taffeta trench coat. You might want the same taffeta trench coat, too, to keep the look modern.
SUMMER JACKETS TO WEAR OVER A CROP TOP
For not so warm summer nights, I will get cropped jacket with cargo pockets and this H&M cropped denim jacket that goes seamlessly well on my new skirt.
BLAZERS
As you manage a full day’s schedule, you will need some stylish blazers that are equally hard-working.
I already have an oversized double-breasted blazer – in navy; but I will get this grey double breasted blazer, too, and perhaps this fashionable V-neck boyfriend blazer – also from Sandro Paris.
For summer 2023, I plan to buy this belted peplum blazer, from Pinko.
BLAZERS THAT SHOULDN’T MISS IN YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE
Why mainly from Sandro and Pinko? Because Pinko and Sandro Paris make the most fashionable and quality blazers. Their blazers don’t wrinkle, don’t look outworn the moment you take them out of the box. Plus, they are easy to style all season long. You might want to get this oversized blazer cinched in the waist and this denim blazer, though – it’s the most wanted blazer of the season.
SKIRTS
Summer 2023 brings infinite possibilities for what lies ahead. Get excited for longer lengths and new skirt trends.
Get a layered tulle skirt, vertically ruffled skirt, midi ruched skirt, maxi skirt with a slit, maxi skirt with split hem, low waist midi pleated skirt, midi full skirt, sarong skirt, cargo midi pleated skirt, black fringe skirt, pencil skirt, long mermaid-hem skirt and the No.1 most fashionable skirt of the season – long column denim skirt. By the way, I will buy this fabulous midi full skirt with a belt in sunny yellow – leave size XS.
SOME OF THE TRENDY SKIRTS I’VE ALREADY BOUGHT AND FASHIONABLE SKIRTS I STILL HAVE TO BUY FOR SS23
Worry not; if you are not into the midi and maxi lengths, you can shop for a Y2k mini skirt, instead. The Y2k mini skirt is the second skirt trend you can follow in summer 2023. Ps. It will transition into fall 2023, also. And there are many silhouettes to choose from.
Live life to the fullest with vibrant splashes of colour. Ruched asymmetric miniskirt in Electric Blue Lemonade exudes a fiery passion, while a mini skirt in Digital Lavender (I will buy this one, too) will colour your mood in anticipation of spring.
SHORTS
Shorts are a must-have item for any fashion-forward woman. Not only are they practical for the warmer weather, but they also come in a wide range of styles that can fit any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a casual, laid-back look or something a bit more dressed up, there’s a pair of shorts that will fit the bill.
This season, expect to see a variety of hot pants – super short shorts (I love these) styles from high-waisted to denim, leather shorts to short tailored shorts (these are my favourite, but I wear these when I need to dress more business smart), and short fringed denim shorts everywhere. Whatever your personal style may be, there’s a pair of shorts out there that will fit it perfectly. And for when the weather doesn’t quite agree, get short tweed shorts – I have them in every colour, and trust me, they are the most wearable piece in my capsule closet.
SHOP FOR THE SHORTS I HAVE IN MY CAPSULE CLOSET AND THOSE THAT I WILL BUY THIS SEASON
PANTS
If you prefer long pants over skirts and shorts, shop for white wide-leg pants for work and leisure – I will buy these ba&sh pants, silver pants, low waist parachute pants (the most fashionable pants of the season), satin parachute pants, nylon parachute pants, cargo pants, big and baggy wide-leg trousers, grey trousers – I bought these ba&sh grey pants, satin trousers – I love these Max Mara satin trousers, satin cargo pants – I will buy these Maje satin cargos and these Frame satin cargo trousers, leather cargo pants, sheer pants, low waist linen pants – I will buy these Max Mara linen pants.
Finally, recycled black leather pants – a must have pants in every well-curated closet; and slim leg pants (preferably slim fit cargo pants) if you wish to be fashion forward. And black skinny wool pants that are as comfortable as leggings, but can be worn as pants for work and formal events. I wear these for golf, as well.
THE MOST FASHIONABLE PANTS FOR SUMMER 2023
JEANS
Jeans are once again the fundamental building blocks of any well curated capsule wardrobe.
Embrace the versatility of denim as you wear it with everything from pretty cardigans and simple shirts to going out tops.
Get a pair of trendy raw denim jeans; you will reach for those on a daily. I sure do.
For summer 2023 shop for low-rise jeans, boot cut jeans, puddle jeans, faded grey jeans, utility cargo jeans – I love these white cargo jeans from Maje, relaxed fit blue jeans – I will probably buy these as well, white jeans – I bought these, but I also need to buy these from Levi’s – they are perfect for hot summer days. Oh yes, we wear denim in summer, too.
THE MOST FASHIONABLE JEANS FOR SUMMER 2023
Bring some denim into the summer mix with white denim jeans, or be fashion forward and buy into the biggest AW23 denim trend – cargo skinny jeans and new season skinny jeans with a wider hem. By the way, I already have these from A.P.C. Paris (but I can’t guarantee they will look like they have a wider hem on you). And I have just bought these from Sézane. Anyway, I will also purchase these wider hem skinny jeans from Diesel. I have more than six skinny jeans from Diesel already (sadly, none with a wider hem yet) and they are all so very comfortable and stretchy.
SUMMER TOPS AND BLOUSES
Optimize your summer wardrobe by investing in items that will never disappoint. Look for signature silhouettes like white T-shirt, silk slip top and classic fabrications like a silk blouse (by the way, I recently bought this shell button-down silk shirt and I just purchased this chic bow-tie silk blouse) for tried and tested styles destined to become mainstays you reach for time and time again.
THE MOST STYLISH SPRING TOPS
Keep your spirits high and do away with dullness by opting for sheer top, long sleeve sheer top with a cami under the top (I just bought this one), turtleneck top, peplum top, ruffled top, ruched top, lace top, tops with ruched sleeves, top with tulle sleeves, top with puff sleeve, mesh top, off the shoulder top.
A BLOUSE IS ESSENTIAL IN ANY CAPSULE CLOSET
We are championing a return to full-on glamour with a standout sheer blouse, ruffled blouse, ruched blouse, gathered high neck blouse, peplum blouse, bow tie blouse, blouse with tulle sleeves – organza sleeves, and a blouse with floral rosette. I would buy this rose ruched blouse if it was made of silk – POV $159 is too expensive for poli blend. Also, I only but things made of poli if I can customize them or are made by my designer friends.
But now it’s not the time to hold back; it’s time to shop for stylish blouses in fashion for summer 2023. All in all, this is the party season we have all been waiting for.
By the way, I love this ruffled blouse, but I already have a similar sheer ruffled blouse, so instead, I will buy this frilled silk blouse that I love as well. POV I need this blouse in every colour.
And if you like my personal style – or just want to dress more feminine chic, you need or get this black blouse with tulle sleeves.
SUMMER TOPS TO ADD TO YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE IMMEDIATELY
Refresh your wardrobe with trendy tops and tees for summer 2023. I will refresh my wardrobe with tube tops and slip tops. A hanky hem slip top and slip top with lace trim are the must have tops for spring summer 2023.
IF YOU NEED 2 T-SHIRTS IN YOUR CAPSULE WARDROBE – BUY THESE T-SHIRTS ONLINE
We are not holding back in 2023 – not even when it comes to a simple white T-shirt. While a quiet luxury T-shirt will be in your closet for ever and will be your building block for your chicest summer outfits (pov no matter your personal style), an oversized T-shirt, and rock band graphic T-shirt will make you look fashionable effortlessly.
THE MOST FASHIONABLE 2023 SUMMER TOPS
Think ahead to that golden tan when considering your summer wardrobe. A sheer top, halterneck top, hanky hem slip top, slip top with lace trim, top with tie closures at front, beaded macramé top, top with tie closures at front, ribbed tank top, top with tulle sleeves, top with puff sleeve, mesh top, tube top, peplum top, ruffled top, draped top, and a lace top show up bronzed skin in high contrast. We are ready for that imminent getaway. Well, perhaps not. We still need to purchase swimwear.
SWIMWEAR
We are all dying to feel the warmth of the sun and sea. If you are already planning your well-deserved summer break, make sure you don’t forget to take fashionable swimwear with you.
Pack a trendy layered bikini, sequined swimwear, crochet swimsuit (I will buy this crochet swimsuit), or a halterneck swimsuit with a floral rosette that doubles up as a bodysuit for the city. Or even better, a gymtoswim short swim set.
If you are reminiscing about halcyon days of vintage glamour, try fashionable ruched swimwear (I will buy this ruched bikini), or swimwear with a bow, this summer.
Or perhaps swimwear with floral rosette, and swimwear with heart detail. You will love those details that add a fashion forward element to a typical beach look.
There is something irresistibly chic about wearing metallics on the beach, too. Everyone stylish will wear silver bikini this summer.
On the other hand, a fashionable one shoulder swimsuit is the perfect bridge as we transition from lounging on the sand to lunch in the shade.
SUMMER SHOES AND SANDALS
Step into summer in the most fashionable shoes of the season. I hope you are not afraid of the heights because 2023 brought back platforms and wedges.
Worry not; the platforms and wedges are not the only summer 2023 shoe trends trending for spring summer 2023.
Square toe ballet flats are very fashionable, too. Nevertheless, once you see all those stunning platforms I bought/will buy for myself, you will immediately forget about other shoe trends.
So, what platforms will I buy for summer 2023? These platform pumps – they are first on my list, stacked platform sandals, and flatform slides. Ps. I have actually just purchased those stunning platform sandals.
THE MOST FASHIONABLE SANDALS FOR SUMMER 2023
With temperatures rising, we can’t wait to step into sandals. Stacked platform sandals, strappy sandals, silver sandals, high heel sandals with thong strap, sequin embellished mules, wedge sandals,chunky rubber lace up sandals, stud-embellished gladiator sandals, chunky flatform criss-cross straps with buckle closure sandals, and knee high lace up sandals are the most fashionable sandals for summer 2023. These Fendi fuzzy sandals are high on my shopping shoe list, too. They are some of the most wanted summer shoes for 2023.
Flatforms are fashionable again, also. Shop for flatform slides and platform thong strap slides – they will be perfect for the poolside.
For the beach, get these padded thong sandals, clogs or puffy slides.
SUMMER SHOES FOR WORK
Since sandals are not business formal, I bet, you will want to seize the chance and wear your Valentino Garavani Rockstud leather pumps to work this summer. They are back in fashion! Just like wedge pumps.
Oh yes, wedges are fashionable again. I really like these with triangular shaped wedge heel for spring 2023. They go great on my new wide-leg pants. Surely, I will walk around in my favourite designer flat mules during the heatwave, but having at least one pair of summer-rain shoes is somehow a must.
For early spring rain, invest in trendy knee high cowboy boots to wear them with skinny jeans.
SUMMER DESIGNER SHOES TO BUY FOR SUMMER 2023
Other designer shoes worthy of saving for are Attico mules, Miu Miu ballet flats, Bottega Veneta wedge sandals, Valentino Garavani platform pumps, and Dior J’adior slingbacks – I will buy those, too.
SNEAKERS
If you prefer investing in sneakers, shop for Adidas Gazelle (I bought these), Salomon XT-6, New Balance 2002, Adidas Samba (I won’t buy them as they don’t come in my size at all! – but you get them in one of the most fashionable color of the season – or even better in two tone version), Adidas Forum (I will buy these), Asics Gel-Kayano 14 sneakers (I bought them in white some time ago, but you might want to be more fashion forward than me and get them in grey), a pair of chic white Veja campo sneakers (I have these), New Balance 574 (I have these– and are the softest sneakers yet), or Taylor Chuck All Stars (I have them in pink, of course) – these three sneakers never go out of fashion. And some running sneakers, of course.
2023 SUMMER SHOPPING LIST – SUMMER 2023 CAPSULE WARDROBE CHECKLIST
And now, as promised, a shoppable and printable summer 2023 capsule wardrobe checklist. Click on the copy to shop for the same item I purchased/plan to buy for myself.
- oversized bomber jacket
- black leather jacket
- Barbour quilted jacket
- F1 racer jacket
- cropped denim jacket
- cropped power-shoulder trucker jacket
- cropped jacket with cargo pockets
- cropped tweed jackets
- tassel jacket
- grey double breasted blazer
- short wrap blazer
- boyfriend blazer
- V-neck boyfriend blazer
- oversized double-breasted blazer
- black peplum blazer
- denim blazer
- white blazer
- tweed skirt
- long column denim skirt
- midi crochet skirt
- Y2k mini skirt
- low waist mini skirt
- layered tulle skirt
- vertically ruffled skirt
- midi ruched skirt
- maxi skirt with a slit
- maxi skirt with split hem
- low waist midi pleated skirt
- cargo midi pleated skirt
- black fringe skirt
- sarong skirt
- pencil skirt
- midi full skirt
- short tailored shorts
- hot pants – super short shorts
- leather shorts
- short fringed denim shorts
- short tweed shorts
- sheer top
- long sleeve sheer top with a cami under the top
- halterneck top
- turtleneck top
- tube top
- peplum top
- ruffled top
- ruched top draped top
- lace top
- tops with ruched sleeves
- top with tulle sleeves
- top with puff sleeve
- mesh top
- hanky hem slip top
- slip top with lace trim
- top with tie closures at front
- ribbed tank top
- off the shoulder top
- beaded macramé top
- sheer blouse
- ruffled blouse
- ruched blouse
- gathered high neck blouse
- peplum blouse
- bow tie blouse
- blouse with tulle sleeves
- blouse with floral rosette
- cropped shirt
- oversized T-shirt
- rock band graphic T-shirt
- quiet luxury white T-shirt
- bralette
- XL hobo bag with buckles and metal hardware
- XXL everyday tote
- half moon bag
- top-handle bag with structured hard case
- top-handle bag with a soft shape
- chain strap bag
- soft shopper bag
- large basket bag
- big buckle belt
- quiet luxury thin brown belt
- fishnet tights
- red tights
- 6DEN sheer tights
- tulle lingerie set
- divided necklaces
- rosette headband
- scarf headband
- jersey headband
- hair bow
- claw hair clip
- shell hair clip
- midi halter neck dress
- midi ruched halterneck dress
- vertical ruffled dress
- sheer dress
- short sleeve midi bodycon lace dress
- black mini halter neck dress
- dress with a 3D rosette
- asymmetric dress
- dreaped shirt dress
- dress with a train
- utility mini dress
- slip dress with lace trim
- mini babydoll dress
- lace dress with extreme cutouts
- strapless body con dress
- ruched dress
- Y2k denim dress
- crinkled mini dress
- dress with long fringes
- dress with bubble hemline
- ribbed knit dress
- belted kaftan dress
- short tweed dress
- black skinny wool pants – that are comfortable as leggings but are actually pants
- white wide-leg pants for work and leisure
- silver pants
- low waist parachute pants
- satin parachute pants
- nylon parachute pants
- cargo pants
- big and baggy wide-leg trousers
- grey trousers
- satin trousers
- satin cargo pants
- leather cargo pants
- sheer pants
- low waist linen pants
- recycled black leather pants
- slim fit cargo pants
- black slim leg pants
- crochet swimsuit
- metallic swimwear
- sequined swimwear
- layered bikini
- swimwear with a bow
- swimwear with floral rosette
- ruched swimwear
- swimwear with a heart detail
- short swim set
- one shoulder swimsuit
- full strap bikini top
- belted bikini bottom
- strapless bikini top
- low rise bikini bottom
- halterneck bikini top
- half cup bikini top
- belted bikini bottom
- oversized aviator frames with dark tinted lenses
- thin sunglasses
- violet sunglasses
- chunky sunglasses
- super-square sunglasses
- 30s style racer sunglasses
- waist jewellery
- diamond watch
- floral-appliqué choker
- bow choker
- oversized hoop earrings
- pineapple earrings
- charm necklace
- 3D floral rosette choker
- chain necklace layered with a choker
- wrist cuff bracelet
- arm cuff
- headscarf
- enlarged cloche hat
- oversized sun hat
- oversized fedora hat
- boater hat
- crochet bucket hat
- baseball cap
- skinny scarf
- cotton day gloves
- opera gloves
- wind jacket
- taffeta trench coat with a removable hood
- tweed skirtsuit
- yellow pantsuit
- black turtleneck sweater with short sleeves
- black turtleneck sweater with 3/4 sleeves
- sheer sweater
- metallic sweater
- crochet sweater
- V-neck crochet sweater with hanky hem and rosettes
- pretty V-neck sweater
- striped V-neck sweater
- open knit sweater
- sweater with 3D floral rosette
- tie-front cardigan
- sheer cardigan
- crochet cardigan
- metallic cardigan
- striped cardigan
- open knit cardigan
- V-neck cardigan
- cardigan with 3D floral rosette and ruffles
- ruffle trimmed cardigan
- open wave knit top
- bolero
- knitted bralette
- metallic halterneck knit top
- fringed knit top
- halterneck knit top
- crochet halterneck knit top
- crochet top
- striped knit top
- cut-out knit top
- knitted tube top
- low rise straight jeans
- light blue jeans
- raw denim jeans
- boot cut jeans
- puddle jeans
- faded grey jeans
- utility cargo jeans
- cargo skinny jeans
- white jeans
- new season skinny jeans with a wider hem
- relaxed fit blue jeans
- frayed denim shorts
- white stiletto pumps
- nude leather pumps
- black stiletto pumps
- metallic pumps
- Valentino Garavani Rockstud leather pumps
- pointy stilettos
- platform pumps
- knee high cowboy boots
- square toe satin ballet flats
- ruched ballet flats
- padded ballet flats
- silver sandals
- wedge pumps
- high heel sandals with thong strap
- strappy sandals
- knee high lace up sandals
- sequin embellished mules
- platform sandals
- wedge sandals
- platform thong strap slides
- flatform slides
- chunky rubber lace up sandals
- stud-embellished gladiator sandals
- clogs
- chunky flatform criss-cross straps with buckle closure sandals
- flatform Mary Janes
- Adidas Gazelle sneakers
- Salomon XT-6 sneakers
- Asics Gel-Kayano 14 sneakers
- New Balance 2002 sneakers
- Adidas Samba sneakers
- Adidas Forum sneakers
- Veja campo white sneakers
- Chuck Taylor All Star High Top sneakers
- running sneakers
- Castañer espadrilles
- Attico mules
- Dior slingbacks
- Gucci heeled loafers
- Valentino combat boots
- knee high boots
- silver boots
- Hunter rain boots
FAQ SPRING SUMMER 2023 CAPSULE CLOSET
POV You might feel overwhelmed with all the options, or don’t know your personal style yet. Let’s clear a few things and help you build the best summer capsule wardrobe that will fit your personal style.
By shopping for quiet luxury summer clothes, precious summer accessories and the best summer shoes that will walk you through the season effortlessly. POV Go through the capsule summer checklist published in this article to locate the ideal shopping spots for your ultimate summer capsule wardrobe.
Firstly, it is crucial to determine your personal style. Are you drawn to chic, bohemian, seductive, edgy, glamorous, feminine, or masculine aesthetics? Are you interested in preppy attire and aspire to exude an air of old-world affluence? Would you rather dress minimally, elegantly feminine, or emulate the Barbie look? Are you keen to channel the spirit of Britney Spears or nail the Y2K trend? After identifying your personal style, consider your daily activities. Where do you work, how do you spend your evenings, and what do you typically do on weekends? Thirdly, think about your preferred hues and patterns. Lastly, take into account the weather conditions and where you live. Will you be braving heat waves, or are you expecting a mild summer with balmy temperatures and rain? Once you have all the necessary information, peruse the capsule wardrobe checklist featured in this article and begin assembling your capsule wardrobe.
They already are! It’s now the perfect time to commence your summer 2023 shopping spree. Ps. Don’t forget to peruse this article to access the comprehensive list of all the fashionable items for summer 2023. It’s an essential read if you’re keen on building the ultimate summer capsule wardrobe.
A classic but SS23 fashionable chic French style spring summer capsule wardrobe consists of a little black knitted wrap dress, little black tweed dress (but only if your style is feminine chic), a little white lace dress, a short navy blue floral wrap dress, mini black halter neck dress, mini raspberry red slip dress, a long red printed wrap dress, a striped button down shirt, white silk shirt, ruffled red silk blouse, green/navy blue or black lace trimmed silk slip top, a white T-shirt, a white tank top, beige knitted halter-neck top, navy blue knitted polo top, short sleeve pink cardigan, nautical stripe cardigan, simple grey cardigan sweater, black turtleneck ¾ sleeve virgin wool top, mini button front denim skirt, midi denim skirt, navy blue floral button front midi skirt, black skinny wool pants, navy blue wide-leg pants, blue straight jeans, navy dark blue denim jeans, raw denim jeans, straight grey jeans, navy blue linen shorts, denim shorts, grey oversized blazer, black leather jacket, denim jacket, a long grey trench coat, navy blue trench coat, black kitten heel slingback pumps, lavender grey kitten heel sandals, ballet flats, white Veja sneakers, grey New Balance 574 sneakers, black espadrilles, chain strap flap shoulder bag, raffia tote, black halter neck bikini, dark brown halter neck swimsuit, silk scarf, and jersey headband. But no beret or tacky tweed sets!
By shopping for fashionable pieces from quiet luxury brands. To build the best quiet luxury summer 2023 capsule wardrobe shop for
Celine trench coat, Loro Piana shell jacket, Dior bar jacket, Saint Laurent black double breasted blazer, Alexander Mcqueen double breasted pink blazer, Loro Piana linen blazer, Brunello Cucinelli denim jacket, The Row striped silk shirt, Etro white ruffled silk shirt, Max Mara silk neck tie blouse, Loro Piana denim shirt, Celine short sleeve cardigan sweater, Loro Piana white cable knit sweater, Loro Piana white cashmere turtleneck ¾ sleeve top, Brunello Cucinelli striped halterneck knit top, Loro Piana crochet silk tank top, Bottega Veneta white tank top, Loro Piana angera cotton white T-shirt, Brunello Cucinelli white cotton T-shirt, Loro Piana dark navy blue cotton linen shorts, Tom Ford satin cargo pants, Saint Laurent satin wide leg pants, Loro Piana linen pants, Max Mara skinny pants (comfortable as leggings), Max Mara high waisted cotton pants, The Row black straight-leg pants, Khaite blue straight denim jeans, Khaite white denim jeans, Khaite silk slip dress, Jw Anderson white shirt dress, The Row little black dress, That Original short satin dress, Khaite white summer dress, Erdem floral dress, Oscar de la Renta sundress, Brunello Cucinelli midi denim dress, Prada full A-style midi skirt, Goldsign midi denim skirt, Bottega Veneta black pencil skirt, The Row long column skirt, Loro Piana cashmere and silk midi pleated skirt, Bottega Veneta Andiamo bag, Moynat top handle bag, Khaite tote bag, The Row tote bag, Chloé linen beach bag, The Row weekend bag, Loro Piana loafers, The Row canvas sneakers, The Row leather slides, Gianvito Rossi satin pumps, Aquazzura black Purist pointed toe pumps, Gianvito Rossi black patent pumps, Aquazzura white strappy high heel sandals, Malone Souliers flat mules, Max Mara platform leather sandals, Altuzarra espadrilles, The Row silk-piqué baseball cap, Eres swimsuit, Eugenia Kim sun hat.
If you want to build a classy summer capsule wardrobe to look more elegant, you might want to get a Barbour quilted jacket, a tweed jacket, wool blazer, striped button down shirt, ruffled silk blouse, neck tie blouse, cable knit crewneck sweater, thin turtleneck sweater, a pretty cardigan sweater, black skinny wool pants, midi pleated skirt, tweed skirt, midi A-style wool skirt, wide-leg pants, dark jeans, a little black dress, gown, short sleeve cardigan sweater, high waisted cotton pants, white shirt dress, sundress, midi denim dress, full A-style midi skirt, pencil skirt, beach bag, top handle bag, tote bag, linen beach bag, a weekend bag, loafers, canvas sneakers, Gianvito Rossi satin pumps, Aquazzura black Purist pointed toe pumps, leather sandals, leather slides, sandals, Gianvito Rossi black patent pumps, Malone Souliers flat mules, black rain boots, navy blue trench coat, black kitten heel slingback pumps, lavender grey kitten heel sandals, ballet flats, opera gloves, spring leather gloves, chain strap flap shoulder bag, raffia tote, black halter neck bikini, dark brown halter neck swimsuit, silk scarf.
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MORE ABOUT 2023 SUMMER FASHION TRENDS
So now you know what to shop for summer 2023 if you want a stylish spring summer 2023 capsule wardrobe. Now go and check SS23 styling trends, too. Ps. You might want to go through the ultimate French capsule wardrobe checklist also.