MY FOUNDATION WARDROBE GUIDE
“Dress For Yourself and Else”
Your Foundation Wardrobe Essentials Guide
Tired of feeling overwhelmed choosing what to wear each morning?
A capsule wardrobe brings clarity, ease, and confidence — giving you a solid foundation of go-to pieces that work for your lifestyle and body right now.
But a truly personal wardrobe doesn’t stop there.
In every styling session, I talk about the power of intentional additions — those standout pieces that reflect your personality and elevate your everyday looks. Each season, adding just a few key items can completely refresh your wardrobe and keep it feeling current, inspiring, and very you.
This guide walks you through 10 foundation pieces I've found to be truly invaluable. The kind that mix, match and work hard. They're the building blocks of a wardrobe you can rely on.
From there, you can add intentional seasonal pieces to express your personality, bring excitement to your outfits, and keep your style feeling fresh and uniquely you.
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Tailored Blazer or Jacket (Neutral Tone)
Elevates any outfit. Wear with jeans for casual polish or over a dress for work/events.
- Shirt or Blouse (Choose a structured fabric if you need more shape or a fabric that drapes if you need to minimise the bulk and softer your curves)
A layering hero: tuck it, tie it, wear it open or buttoned. Great under blazers, knits, or with denim and skirts. -
Well-Fitting Jeans
Choose a classic cut (straight, slim, or bootcut). Pairs with every top and shoe — dress up or down.
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Neutral Knit Sweater or Cardigan
Adds comfort and layering power. Works over dresses or with skirts and pants.
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Classic Black Pants
Your work-to-weekend essential. Can be styled with tees, blouses, knits, and heels or sneakers.
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Easy-to-Wear Everyday Dress
A one-and-done outfit. Layer with a blazer or cardigan, and style with boots, flats, or sneakers.
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Denim Jacket or Lightweight Neutral Coat or Topper
Top layer. Casual but structured — perfect for in-between weather.
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Comfortable Stylish Flats (neutral sneaker, stylish flat and a great pair of boots)
Walkable, polished, and versatile. Match everything from pants to dresses.
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Statement Accessory (A piece that expresses who you are and can be worn every day)
Personalises your look without cluttering it. Adds interest to neutrals or simple outfits.
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Neutral Tee or Long Sleeved Top
Base layer for layering, lounging or wearing solo. Pair under blazers, knits, jackets, or cardigans.
Pro Tip: Choose a cohesive colour palette (e.g. navy, black, white, camel) to make mixing and matching effortless. Update seasonally with a few new key pieces or accessories to keep things feeling fresh.