Dresses & skirts capsule wardrobe: 26 summer outfit ideas. 

I only wear dresses and skirts because they flatter my curves. I find them versatile: I pair dresses with biker jackets, light cardigans, longer unbuttoned tops, and silk scarves; boots, heels, sandals, ankle boots; I wear the back as front, add belts, put skirts over dresses (rendering the dress a top), add tights, etc. Most of these looks still work in summer. I'd love to see more dresses incorporated into your capsules... because, well, they're lovely!

I wear mostly dresses, so this one was perfect for me. I purchased nearly all of my wardrobe second hand, as that is the easiest way for me to shop responsibly. I am going on a cruise later this month and needed a formal dress, so I headed to my favorite consignment shop this morning. Not only did I find the perfect dress, brand new with tags, but I also managed to find a strapless bra to wear with it! Both fit perfectly, and the two items together cost less than $80. I didn’t actually have to pay for the items since I took clothes that I could no longer use with me, and received store credit for them. Thank you for inspiring me to seek out sustainable brands when I do need to shop retail.

I am an hourglass and mainly wear dresses and skirts and still only have two pairs of jeans. I started to dress heavily in dresses when my daughter was born, it was just easier with a baby, a dress is a full outfit it makes you look pulled together and I only had to add a necklace or earrings- that was my styling. I had three dresses from Baby Ceylon ( plus a pair of jeans, a skirt and a few tops- that was my capsule). I wore these in the daytime and for going out, I simply amped up the jewellery, added high heels and changed the bag. I also wore them all year around- in the summer with flip flops, in the autumn with opaque tights and a trench, in the winter with woolly tights and boots, a turtleneck under the dress, in the spring with fishnets and ballet flats. Almost 13 years later I still have these items, they have been dyed different colours ( I did that to cover stains) and I will have to cut one of the dresses down to a skirt.

Thank you so much! I NEVER wear pants, so this was a wonderful inspiring video. I use a variety of tops to layer under sleeveless dresses, or layer long kimonos/blazers over short dresses & wear light cardigans over long dresses (tying a basic white collared shirt to make dresses more casual and nip in the waist too). I refresh old dresses by shortening the hemline, cutting off sleeves or dye them a different color. 😃👗💃🏻

I understand the logic but dresses are sooo comfortable! 😄

I have several dresses. When I buy a dress, I look for versatility. Usually, lighter fabrics that are longer (at least half-way down the calf or ankle length), that button down or in some cases wrap dresses are what I find most useful. I wear them as dusters, tunics, and as dresses. I also look at button down mini-dresses as tunics. Since it is the outer layer, I look for a lighter crepe-like or cotton fabric. Sometimes, linen works. A sleeveless button down can be worn as a long vest. I also have dresses for special occasions....opera, theatre, weddings and other events. When I take ocean cruises, there is a dress code. I pack a couple of dresses....particularly if it is a button-down. I sometimes pack an evening gown...in a silk. Slip dresses are legendary pieces. Wear a top and they look like a skirt. Styling is key.

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I actually find dresses very versatile and a wonderful way to spice up even a small wardrobe. I also have a dress set that has buttons on the waist and can be used as a dress or a midi skirt and knoted top that I love!! One of the reasons I LOVE dresses is although I get your points about they not being son interchangeable as other pieces, and I wouldn't start with dresses if I was starting my wardrobe from scratch too, but what I love about dresses is that I feel that dresses are more intemporal and timeless than other pieces. Like coats too! I have dresses that have 20 years!!! And since they are not as worn as a pair of trousers for example they are in great shape and they always break the monotony of the closet. So if added with time through life I think dresses are a wonderful investment piece. Anyway, long comment when what I wanted to say is: ARE you EVEN human Daria 😀? This wonder wardrobe is Beautiful!!!! What a masterpiece. That striped sweater with the dress or the skirts. The cardigan. The different cuts on the dresses. Bravo!!! You SPOIL us! Thank you. ❤️

This is so helpful. I only wear skirts and dresses, so getting capsule wardrobe ideas is so hard...

I like this one a lot. I‘m a fan of dresses, although I totally get your point about versatility. I never thought about it like that. But then, I never planned a wardrobe from scratch and considered, what a given amount of money could get me.

So cool with more dresses. It would be nice also to se at winter or aurtum version of this video with the different layering teknics you talked about 😊

Since I live in warm climate and close to the beach a dress is always great choice to stay cool. Can you do a capsule for tropical climates? Thanks and love your work. Cheers.

I am so happy you finally did one with skirts and dresses👗. YAY! I always wondered why you never did one before but I see now it is the money issue. I thought it was just me. You see 3 years ago I did a self assessment and realized I am the most happy with dresses and skirts. After 3 years of trying to find affordable dresses I gave up until I found a great second hand store. Then the closed😣. Even the most basic dress is expensive...at least for me. I went to skirts and blouses but skirts are hard to find for work and play. Ugh! Why is wanting skirts and dresses so hard in this day and age?! I feel I feel so alone...in a sea of pants👖☹

I love this video, now finding sustainable fashion for tall women. That is a challenge.

63 dresses :):):) I love dresses and wear them a lot. Sometime I put a sweater over it. but now I give more attention to blouses and skirts, because I think you are right :)!

I really like this capsule! Colors and style are very nice, romantic and perfect for feminine ladies 🥰

I wear mostly dresses in Summer. Here in Mississippi it is humid and HOT all Summer Season. Rarely able to layer much. Very light flowy vest work or short sleeve light jackets. I have many dresses and skirts. Many tops also, I would say it is like being a collector trying to find items that fit and are interchangeable. I love your interchangeability and am working toward this concept.

I think dresses are very versatile. From wearing jackets/blazer over a dress, sweaters over and turtlenecks under, tucking them in to pants or wearing a skirt over them turning them into a shirt. It just depends on the season, type of dress material, and the length of the dress.

One of the reasons I don’t have a capsule wardrobe is my obsession with dresses all kinds and colors. This video was on my suggestions and I have to say it’s amazing what you have done. Thank you 🙏

Perfect for church . I love it. My favorite so far.