H&M Holiday Capsule Wardrobe

So I’ve officially shared Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer Capsule Wardrobes and today I’m sharing a Holiday Capsule Wardrobe! The holiday season can look a little different for everyone, BUT there are definitely essential items that you can keep in your closet to make dressing for holiday occasions WAY easier!

Holiday Capsule Wardrobe

In case you don’t know a capsule wardrobe is a selection of interchangeable clothing pieces that complement each other and that can be mixed and matched with one another to create many outfits. Typically I select 25 items and create 48+ outfits for my season long capsule wardrobes, but since the Holiday Season is just about 2 months long and I’m downsizing and selecting 15 pieces of clothing and creating 24 outfits.

Some of the occasions I get dressed for during the holidays are Friendsgiving, office parties, tree decorating, cookie exchange, holiday movie marathon, holiday shopping, ice skating, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Eve among other events.

Essential Items for your Holiday Wardrobe:

1. Oversized Turtleneck Sweater ($34.99)

A cozy sweater is a must for the cold weather, but since it’s the holiday season I thought a festive red sweater would be the perfect additional to this holiday capsule wardrobe! You can pair it with everything from jeans, sequin skirts, even PJ pants! This turtleneck option fits the bill perfectly and will get you through the holidays and the rest of the Winter season. It’s also available in bunch of other colors including stripes if that’s more your style.

2. Jacquard Knit Sweater ($34.99)

Another essential for the holiday season is a festive sweater. And I’m not talking about an ugly Christmas sweater (though those are amazing and you should probably have one), but just a festive printed sweater that can easily make any outfit a “holiday” outfit.

3. T-Shirt with Motif ($14.99)

I absolutely love a festive t-shirt or sweatshirt and this “Friends” Christmas tee was just too cute not to include in this Holiday Capsule Wardrobe. It looks just as cute with pajamas pants as it does with a sequin skirt.

4. Rhinestone Detail Satin Tank Top ($17.99)

A satin tank is perfect for layering underclothing, but also for wearing alone and mixing and matching tons of other items in your wardrobe. I LOVE the rhinestone detail on the straps and the way this piece pairs with something sparkly!

5. Double Breasted Tuxedo Blazer ($74.99)

A slightly oversized classic blazer – say no more! During the holidays get more wear out of your outfits by not only adding it to your work looks but also pairing it with jeans and even your party dresses.

6. Wide High Jeans ($29.99)

For the holidays I think a classic pair of wide jeans is essential because of their versatility. In a dark wash you can dress them up or down and pair them with everything else in your capsule wardrobe seamlessly.

7. Sequined Midi Skirt ($34.99)

It’s not the holidays without (at least) one sequin item! I went with this dark gray, silver midi skirt because you can dress it up with an equally fancy top or dress them down with a chunky sweater or t-shirt!

8. Straight Cut Dress Pants ($39.99)

I love the idea of including this festive red dress pants in a monochromatic holiday look so I needed them as part of my Christmas capsule wardrobe! They also look so good paired with the satin top and tuxedo blazer also shown here.

9. Flared Skirt Twill Dress ($29.99)

Another classic piece (are you sensing a pattern now?) – I can’t imagine a time or occasion where this fun flared dress isn’t approriate.

10. Coat with Shoulder Pads ($74.99)

Any cold weather capsule wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without a coat. The classic cream knee length one is just enought of a statement and it pairs perfectly with everything from sequins and heels to jeans and combat boots!

11. Crossbody Bag ($34.99)

This is the perfect bag for all holiday activities! I love the trendy shape and it would be perfect for all your dressed up and dressed down holiday outfits.

12. Rhinestone Chain Earrings ($19.99)

Another one that requires no explanation! Party earrings like these rhinestone ones instantly take any basic outfit and make it elevated!

13. Satin Pajamas ($34.99)

No need to explain this one! Everyone needs a pair (or 8) of festive pajamas in their closet!

14. Mary Jane Flats ($29.99)

It’s no secret that Mary Janes are absolutely THE shoe of the year so it was only fitting to include a pair in this Holiday Capsule Wardrobe.

15. Pointed Slingback Pumps ($34.99)

I usually include a more classic pump in my Capsule Wardrobes, but these silver heels were calling my name and surprisingly they’re pretty versatile! Scroll through to see how many outfits I created with them!