A capsule wardrobe is a small, edited collection of clothing that can be mixed and matched in different ways to create different looks. It’s an awesome way to streamline your kid’s closet and make their dressing routine much easier. 

There are many benefits of this system, including-the ease and versatility in finding new combinations from the few clothes you have, less time spent on shopping and organisation because you don't need to buy as much, the lower price tag for items because you're not buying more than you need, and it's easier for kids to get dressed themselves because they know where everything is.

But creating a capsule wardrobe for kids can seem like a daunting task if you have never done anything like it before. It makes sense -- we’re used to thinking about adult clothes, not kids! Luckily, with some planning and prep, it’s not as hard as it might seem at first glance. Here are some great tips on how to create a capsule wardrobe for kids that will simplify their dressing routines and make them love getting dressed every day.

Define Your Purposes and Goals:
Before you dive into actually creating a kids’ capsule wardrobe, sit down and think about the reasons behind doing it and what you hope to achieve as a result. What problems or issues is a capsule wardrobe designed to solve? By having clear goals, you can make sure you design a wardrobe that actually solves your clothing concerns and doesn’t just feel like another chore to add to your to-do list.

Here are some potential reasons why you might consider creating a capsule wardrobe for your kids:

• To simplify your child’s dressing routine. A capsule wardrobe is a great way to reduce the number of items in your child’s closet and give them fewer options to choose from when getting dressed. 
• To streamline your child’s wardrobe with your own. Your child might have a lot of hand-me-downs or you might have purchased clothing for your child, which is similar to your own. In these cases, a capsule wardrobe is a great way to make their outfits look different and stand out.
• To match your child’s outfits to specific occasions or seasons. A capsule wardrobe can help you organise outfits that match certain events or seasons, like swimsuits or winter coats.

Decide on a Format:
A great way to start organising your thoughts toward creating a capsule wardrobe is by deciding on the format you want to use for your wardrobe. There are a few different ways you can structure your wardrobe, depending on your needs and the type of information you want it to include.

• Clothing Categories: If you want to create a wardrobe that highlights the different clothing categories each piece of clothing falls into (like tops or bottoms).

• Clothing Types: You can organise your wardrobe by the type of clothing each item is (like dresses or pants)

• Outfit Combinations: If you want to highlight the different outfit combinations your wardrobe consists of, you can create a table with columns for each type of clothing you have in your wardrobe and then sub-columns for each type of clothing item in each column (like tops and bottoms). 

Choose the Basics:
Once you have an idea of the type of clothing you want to include in your child’s wardrobe capsule and the format you’re going to use to organise it, it’s time to start adding the basics. These are the pieces that will be the core of your wardrobe and the ones your child will be pairing with everything else. The key to choosing the right basics is to first think about the climate your child lives in and the type of clothing they will need to thrive in it. For example, if your child is in a colder climate, they will definitely need winter jackets, sweaters, and boots that they can wear any time between September and April. If they are in a warmer climate, they may only need a few light jackets.

Next, think about what your child wears the most. This could be an item of clothing they wear every day or something like a swimsuit that they only wear a few times a year. This is where you can get creative and use any hand-me-downs you have lying around. Having the same types of items in your child’s wardrobe as you have in yours can help them look like a miniature version of you and feel like a big kid.

Add Neutral Colour:
The best way to streamline your child’s wardrobe and create outfit combinations that aren’t too matchy-matchy is to add neutral colours to your child’s wardrobe. This can include clothing items in shades of black, brown, grey, navy, cream, and white. When you add these neutral items to your child’s wardrobe, they can be paired with nearly everything else they own. When adding neutral items to your child’s wardrobe, make sure you include a variety of clothing items. This can include shirts, pants, sweaters, and jackets. You can also add neutral accessories, like socks and belts, to their wardrobe.

Incorporate Prints and Colours:
Even though your child’s wardrobe is full of neutral clothing items, you can still add some prints and colours to their capsule wardrobe. Just make sure these items are neutral in colour as well, such as blue or grey. Adding some prints to your child’s wardrobe can help it look more like your own. It can also be a useful way to introduce colours, like pink, to your child’s wardrobe that they might be hesitant to try on their own. When adding prints to your child’s wardrobe, you can use them on individual clothing items or as part of an entire outfit. Keep in mind, though, that even if an entire outfit is printed, it’s still a good idea to add neutral pieces like a neutral belt and neutral socks to help tie the look together.

Include Outfits for Special Occasions:
One final way to add variety to your child’s wardrobe is to include outfits for special occasions. There are tons of special occasions, from religious holidays to sporting events, that may require an outfit, but many kids don’t own anything special enough to wear. Adding special occasion outfits to your child’s capsule wardrobe can be a great way to help them feel more grown up and include items that might not be suitable for everyday clothing. It can also be a fun way to expand your child’s wardrobe and give them items that they can wear again in the future.

Wrap Up:
Now that you know how to create the perfect capsule wardrobe for kids, you can start streamlining their clothes and creating more efficient dressing routines. A capsule wardrobe is a great way to simplify your child’s closet and create a more organised system for clothing. By defining your purposes and goals and deciding on a format, you can start to incorporate the basics, pick shorter-length items, add neutral colours, and incorporate prints and colours into your child’s wardrobe.