At Red Ruby Rouge we love to have as many clothes as possible in our wardrobes. For me it’s something of a life ambition to have certain things hanging in my closet. However in these current economic climates even I have to realise the beauty of a fabulous capsule wardrobe. The concept is simple. Have a list of a few basic items that can all be worn in conjunction with each other and that is it. No massive piles of unwanted or unworn clothing. Each item has to be the perfect example and most flattering of its kind on you. This way you always look great, co-coordinated and slick. It’s worth investing in some of these items since you are going to get a lot of wear out of each piece.

Here is a little guideline for you to get started. (And a few RRR suggestions!)

• One Jacket. -  From cropped leather to tweed blazer whatever suits you and your personal style

• Two Skirts - pencil for day, silk and flowing for evening

• An amazing dress –  Hunter Dixon red we think!

• Jeans – have to be the best you ever had.

• One quality knit . . . cashmere jumper, or vintage cardi whatever is most you. We think White and Warren anything would fit in perfectly here.

• Lovely Tailored trousers or leggings  - make sure they fit perfectly like Niki Biki Stretch Leggings.

• Two Silk blouses / shirts  - Tucker by Gaby Basora or an injection of Porcelain NYC?

• Basic white T or some great Splendid luxury cottons. 

• 2 handbags -  a carry everywhere, chuck everything in version, and one perfect little trendy Marketa Clutch for nights out

• Coat  - for a whole season it will be the piece you’re seen in most so get this one right!

Of course no one ever said you have to just have ‘One’ capsule wardrobe!

x Mary