Now that there are a measly two weeks left of Fall 2016, I think it's fair to say that my Autumn Capsule was a bust. I never really got the hang of my style and frankly, it was way too hot to wear the things I felt I should've seasonally been able to wear. There was no need for sweaters or even light jackets, for the most part. I could wear my Birkenstocks through all of October without my toes ever getting cold.
However, I can't really say that it was a failed experiment, because I've learned so much through the first attempt and I'm really looking forward to trying again for Winter. First, I took some time to really delve into my coloring and what looks best on me and though I'd kinda-sorta always known, it's nice to pinpoint that, yeah, super greyed-out shades are more flattering and bolds always have looked wonky. I used this quiz to really pinpoint what I am, which btw is a Soft or Toned Summer (always thought I was a Winter!!). Into Mind also has a gorgeous color analysis breakdown. I had become so uncomfortable with color that I'd been getting rid of essentially everything in my closet that wasn't some shade of blue, so for me it's liberating to see that I can wear essentially any muted color**.
I've been using a lot of different tools to help determine my personal style. I think the FemaleFashionAdvice subreddit is a hugely helpful resource. They have great threads on personal color analysis, wardrobe overhauls, clothing materials (though, warning, I did find out that suede is lamb skin, so ... yeah, I'll never be buying it again), and dressing for your shape. I've felt like a fashion mess the past couple of months, but these are helping me get it together again. I've also been using ClosetSpace to add items from my current closet to keep track of what I have and what I need/want.
Better luck next time!
** I know, I know, I can wear whatever the heck I want, but for the purposes of curation and feeling comfortable and confident in my wardrobe & creating a personal style that feels authentic, this is helpful. No more neon peplum tops and tomato red dresses just because they're on sale!
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