Capsule Wardrobe Challenge Complete!

Alrighty everyone! It's time to give an update on how my Capsule Wardrobe went this month. And to be completely honest, it definitely didn't go as planned. Between getting back into school, changing my schedule around multiple times, and trying to return to my regular Hopkins balance, I had a lot of trouble figuring out what and how to wear my clothes to fit into this challenge.

There are a few problems I think I had with this, one of them being that all my clothes are hung up in my closet, unlike my original intention to only leave out just my capsule pieces. There were also items I really wanted to wear but hadn't included in my capsule, and so I felt like I was struggling a lot between deciding to keep the capsule going, or wearing what would make me feel happy and comfortable.

Overall, I love the idea of having a capsule wardrobe, and being more particular about what items I purchase and which ones I pass by. But, it doesn't seem like the timing was right for me. Have y'all had more or less success with trying a capsule wardrobe? And how is your first month of school going?!

The College Campus Bucket List: MUST Include!

Welcome back, y'all!! Today's post is my fun take on the typical bucket list. As an incoming freshman (or even as an upperclassman) there are so many things to take advantage of on your campus and in your college town. While there are some typical things (attend a frat party / pull an all nighter / etc), there are a few things that I think are must dos on your list! I know that I will highly regret parts of my college experience if I don't get to do every single one of these things, and so I recommend that you try to complete all of these things as well!

1. Get a picture with the campus mascot
2. Get a picture with the university sign
3. Go to the top of your campus bell tower or other cool building
4. If your campus has a rock / statue that everyone graffitis, do it!
5. Have a picnic on the quad with friends
6. Go sledding on the biggest hill at your campus
7. Go on at least one #basic college spring break trip
8. Find a study spot that no one else knows about
9. Attend a major league sporting event in your new city
10. Go to all the Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives restaurants nearby
11. Frat or bar hop for one evening
12. Participate in restaurant week
13. Get to know your favorite professor
14. Study abroad, even if it's just for a few weeks
15. Take a weekend trip with friends somewhere you've never been
16. "Shadow" a campus tour
17. Participate in a weird campus tradition, like the mid-finals library streak
18. Sneak Tupperware into the dining hall during a special meal day/event
19. Create your own signature drink
20. Stargaze on the quad
21. Swim in a campus fountain
22. Eat with someone new in the dining hall
23. Watch the sunrise from the library (just once, hopefully)

Anything else that you think is essential to do during your college years? Let me know if I missed something crucial, and hopefully we can cross off a bunch of these things together this year!

Summer/Back to School Reading List: Part 2

Good morning everyone! For today's post, I wanted to dive in and talk a little about the rest of the books I read during my summer break and the ones that I finished reading carrying on into the first month of school. To see the first part of my summer reading list, check it out here. Let's get into it - there are a lot of books, so this might get a little long!

I finished The Vacationers during the Fourth of July weekend, and afterward I started on The Botany of Desire, a book that talks about the relationship between plants and humans, and how we manipulate plants to fit our various human desires. I had read a chapter (there's only four) of this book for a class I took last semester, and really love Michael Pollan's writing style, so I figured this would be a great book to read in its entirety. I thought this book was incredibly fascinating and explains so much history about food and our country. If you have any interest in genetically modified organisms/food, environmental science, gardening, or the history of food, definitely check out this book! It's long but totally worth it.

After finishing The Botany of Desire mid-cruise, I took a different route (albeit the cover makes it appear as though I have a thing for books about fruit) and picked up Cold Tangerines by Shauna Niequist. This was a suggestion from Amy Littleson and I really enjoyed every minute of this book. Niequist explores the everyday moments of life that we should really take time to celebrate and reminds us that we can't get caught up in regret, comparison, and jealousy - just a few of the problems of our materialistic and highly visible Internet world that can drag us down. Granted, this book does have a religious component, which I didn't mind, but for some it could be uncomfortable. Overall, I really enjoyed this set of short essays. Niequist writes the way I want to live my life, and recently I've been striving to live minimally, intentionally, and simply.

I have been doing lots of planning for my blog this summer, if you can't tell, and so I decided that it would be worth my while to pick up a few books that have been recommended time and time again for female entrepreneurs and influencers alike. This one, Leave Your Mark by Aliza Licht, has turned into a full time company, which I think is absolutely incredible. This book is full of advice not great for just bloggers, but also college students like myself looking to succeed in a work environment and maybe (hopefully) be my own boss one day. 

The last book I read this summer was Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple. It was probably my favorite read of the summer between its dynamic characters and its exciting plot. I love the way it explored relationships among family and friends, and that the entire book was written in diary entries, emails, and more! This was an incredible read that I would recommend to anyone and everyone - I suggested it to my mom as well and she just couldn't put it down!

Hope you all are enjoying school and back into the swing of things! Please bear with me as I figure out my schedule for the year and start setting up a routine... I have every intention of blogging three times a week like normal, but need to hash out some time that I can commit to writing posts. I'll be sure to keep you all updated, there are some awesome things in the works xox

Market Your Campus Organization in Eight EASY Steps

Hey there friends! We're only a month or so into school, and I'm sure that many of you fellow college students are eager to engage with freshmen and plan for a year of fun events. One of the most important things you can do is properly market your student group! I learned last year with my sorority that, regardless of what specific event or aspect you are addressing, marketing really does affect every single detail of a campus organization. As my sorority's social media director, I've definitely gone through lots of trial and error with getting marketing right, so I want to share some of my best tips with you all today, so that you can start off this school year right and get lots of new members!

1. Establish a vibe or brand you want to exude. One of the first steps of marketing your organization is to determine the key things that you represent and how you want to tangibly showcase that. Maybe your group is very edgy, or minimalist. You have to choose the sort of vibe you want to exude in all your marketing and social media, and stick to it. Also, make sure to run these ideas by all members so that no one feels misrepresented. 

2. Divide up work among members. If one person tries to do all the marketing work for your group, you'll end up with content that is subpar and only shows one person's idea of how an entire group should be represented. Instead, select one person to post only on Instagram, and another for Facebook, etc. Enlist a few crafty members to make all the posters/banners/signs, or have a musically talented member create a playlist for your group's webpage or events. Whatever it is you need, make sure that multiple people are involved with the execution of your marketing plan.

3. Post quality content, instead of quantity content. You might think that you have to post every single day or every single picture, but you are actually much better off sticking to quality posts less frequently instead of spamming people's feeds with worse quality content. Don't stress about uploading on every platform every day or constantly handing out flyers around campus. Create a schedule that is manageable for your group and coincides with special events so that you don't get overwhelmed. 

4. Take advantage of all the different social media platforms. Once you master quality content over quantity, you can start expanding to more social media platforms. Start out with one or two that you think will have high reach (Instagram and Facebook are really great for college students), and then expand to include Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest, or any other platforms in your marketing arsenal. And don't forget the power of in-person marketing as well - bake sales, fundraisers, flyering, and campus events are also great marketing tools to take advantage of!

5. Put yourself out there. Especially on a college campus, if you don't make an appearance around with your group, you're putting yourself at a huge disservice. Show up for the activities fairs, organize a team for powderpuff or the kickball tournament, and go support other organizations as a group.

6. Engage with other student groups. Along with supporting other organizations, collaborating with different groups is important. You can volunteer to co-host an event with another popular group on campus, like the Student Government or Residential Life organizations in order to get more exposure for your campus group.

7. Set manageable goals. Not every goal is a manageable one. Know the difference between "get 50 new members for our group" and "get 10-20 highly engaged members for our group." Whatever your goal is for this school year, make sure that it is attainable. Better to exceed your expectations than to keep setting goals that will be hard to reach!

8. Assess and reevaluate your strategies. With quick overturn in college (aka seniors will graduate and new members will arrive every single year), it's especially notable to reevaluate your marketing strategies frequently. What worked four years ago might not work now, and it's also important to note that new campus groups need different strategies from well-established ones. At the beginning of every year, or even every semester, go back through the strategies and talk about what worked and what didn't. Then, adjust your plan accordingly. Maybe your vibe is changing. Maybe the group has a different motive now then when it first started. If something needs changing, fix it.

These 8 steps have been incredibly helpful to me over the past two years with the various campus groups I help run, and I hope that they can help your group too! Comment below with your requests for upcoming posts - I have a lot scheduled but I might even be able to do some extra posts (I know you miss me on Tuesdays and Thursdays) for y'all with special requests!

5 Makeup Hacks You Might Not Know

Welcome back everybody! Today's post is all about some of my favorite makeup hacks that you might not already know about, but should. I'm a total beauty junkie and after years and years of watching YouTube videos, I've learned so many helpful tips and come up with a few of my own.. so without further ado, let's get into it! 

When you first open a new pack of eye makeup remover wipes, take them out of the package and flip them upside down. A lot of the liquid on the remover pads will settle toward the bottom of the container while on the shelf, meaning that the wipes you use first will be drier than the ones on the bottom. So, by flipping your wipes upside down in the container, the first wipes you use will have plenty of makeup remover product in them, and the liquid will start to settle toward the bottom again, making those other pads less dry, too. Sounds a little confusing, but I promise that it helps keep your makeup wipes moist and prevents you from hurting your eyes with a dry, scratchy makeup remover pad.

Every once in a while, switch up what chapstick or lip balm you use. I don't know why, but I always feel like after a while my lips get "used" to the chapstick I use and no matter how much I put on, my lips remain dry forever. In order to avoid this, I have a few different lip balms that I rotate through so that my lips don't get too accustomed to one product.

If you don't have an eyebrow product handy but want to fill in your brows, a matte taupe or light brown eyeshadow will work just as well! This is especially great for me since I'm not much of a brow person - I don't have to run out and purchase another product that I barely use, and I can multitask my favorite eyeshadows. Just make sure the shadow you choose isn't (a) too dark for your eyebrow hair / skin tone, and that (b) it isn't sparkly, unless you want to have disco-ball eyebrows.

Try out a navy blue eyeliner instead of your typical black or brown. It's true when they say that navy is a universally flattering color, so why not test out the same philosophy with your makeup?! If you want to try out a color but don't want to go for something dramatic, a navy blue eyeliner will add a bit more interest than your usual black or brown pencil.

Add just a touch of nude eyeliner over concealer for any pesky blemishes or spots that won't cover up. I could make a whole blog post about the million and one benefits of nude eyeliner (let me know if you'd be interested in that), but one thing I always find is that sometimes redness, blemishes, or scarring refuses to be covered by concealer, no matter how much you try to apply. Instead of caking on your foundation, apply just a little bit of nude eyeliner on those tough spots, and blend out a little with your ring finger. The formula is a bit thicker and creamier than concealer, and will help cover those spots. Be sure to lightly set with a translucent face powder so that it doesn't settle into fine lines or move around.

That's all for today! I hope that you learned something new and find these tips helpful for getting ready in the morning - I'm all about a quick and easy makeup routine that lasts all day. I've also been watching so many YouTubers recently, and want to hear from you all - do you have a favorite YouTuber? Who do you love to watch?

Ten EASY Ways to GET INVOLVED on Your College Campus

Good morning my lovelies!! Now that we are about a week or two into classes, it's time to think about branching out and getting involved on your campus. It's so easy to put this off during your freshman year (or worse yet, as an upperclassman) because you are so overwhelmed with everything else college has to offer, as well as managing those new classes and adjusting to the schoolwork. But fear not! There are so many easy ways to get involved on your campus that take little to no time at all, and won't cause a ton of stress. Here are 10 of my favorite ways to get involved super easily:

Read your school's daily bulletin | If your school is like mine and sends out an email every single morning with a list of the days activities and events, be sure to read it! I've made it part of my morning routine to check out the bulletin and see what is going on for the day. There are so many events that happen on campus and I wouldn't have known about them if not for the bulletin. I've been able to attend job fairs, get free school spirit swag, or even snag a yummy meal all because I took a minute to read the bulletin and see what events interest me. 

Check out the Student Activities Fair | During the first few weeks of classes, the university should host a giant Activities Fair, with tables for every single organization on your campus. Although it's fairly overwhelming and you'll definitely sign up for too many email lists, the SAC Fair (that's what my university calls it) is such a great time. You'll get to see how everyone is connected on the campus, as well as find out about some groups that you didn't even know your university offered. By signing up for the email list, you most likely aren't making any more of a commitment than that - so write down your name and see which orgs you want to stay a part of during your four years.

Explore campus (and the surrounding areas) with your hallmates | When you get to campus in August, you will for sure be thrown into a huge mix with the other students living on your hallway. The best way to handle it? Go with the flow! Someone wants to check out the donut shop in the next neighborhood? Ask to tag along! A group is going to plan out their paths and find their classrooms before Day One? Join in! By putting yourself in situations with your hallmates, you're setting yourself up to meet friends, make connections, and overall have a more fun dorm experience! 

Participate in campus-wide events and traditions | College campuses are full of events that happen year after year. Maybe you heard about some on your campus tour, and others you might not even know about until you arrive in August. But, traditions are always fun and mean to bring together the student body, making them a great way to get involved. Maybe it's a last-day-of-class fireworks show, or a huge rivalry football game. Attend the events that are part of campus tradition (even the more boring, academic ones) and you'll see how strongly you feel connected to and involved on campus.

Ask to study with students in your classes | As intimidating as it might be at first, reach out to your peers and study together! Chances are if you are in the same classes, you share an interest or want to work in the same field. As everyone adjusts to college, having a support system and other people that you can turn to with questions is very important - making that first move and asking to study with a group of other students is a great way to succeed academically, connect with people you might not otherwise meet, and probably meet other students in your same major or department!

Work a campus job | In a workplace environment, you'll get to meet so many more people that you normally wouldn't interact with! You'll be getting involved with lots of faculty and administrators by getting a campus job, so you won't only be meeting other students, but also adults who will be invaluable to your college career. 

Attend free events | Free events are like social hubs for college students, and if your school also doesn't have a student center, free events are the way to see new faces and hear about what's happening on campus. Plus, you might score some free gear or, better yet, food, along the way.

Go to the gym | In this instance, do as I say and not as I do, but going to the gym is so important! The gym is a great place to meet other students! Also, the gym is so much more manageable with a buddy, so get your pals together and hit the gym. You'll stay fit and have fun while doing it!

Get your work done in public places | Get out of your dorm room and go elsewhere to do your homework! Whether it's a coffee shop, the library, or sitting outside on the quad, if you are out of your dorm room, you'll be (a) more productive since you're not studying in bed and (b) in the presence of your peers! I've seen so many new faces just from getting out of my room and doing work where there are other people around. Grab your headphones, check out these fun study playlists, and get out there!

Go to sporting events | Like campus traditions, sporting events are a huge deal in college, particularly at a state or public university. If you go to a tailgating school, entire days will be dedicated just to your sports teams, making them great gathering places to meet new people and feel connected to your campus. 

For all you new college freshmen, I hope you are having the time of your lives! This is such an exciting time for you all and I know you will all do incredible things. If you have any blog post requests or want to chat about college life, leave me a comment below or email me at timelessprep91@gmail.com. Best of luck!! 

BEST Stores for Petite Sizing

I know I can't be the only one who struggles when shopping. Oh, the number of times dresses were too long, shorts fit weirdly, and broad shouldered tops fell off my narrow frame! So, here are some of my favorite places to shop for petite sized clothing.

Old Navy | For cheaper basics and trendy pieces that will go out of style in a season or two, Old Navy is my one-stop shop. Most of their pieces also come in petite and tall sizes, which makes my heart happy. Even those that don't come in petite, usually work for my small frame regardless.

J. Crew and Factory | J.Crew can seriously do no wrong. They carry the best staples as well as fun pieces that can dress up any outfit. Some of my favorite articles of clothing are from J.Crew (and their amazing Factory line) and I love that if an item doesn't fit in regular sizing, I can trust that there is a petite version at my disposal.

ASOS | ASOS is one of my new favorite online shops to browse, and I loooove when I can narrow down my searches a ton to exactly what I'm looking for. This is even better when I can limit myself to the petite lines, because I don't have to worry about whether or not the item I'm looking at will fit me or not!

Loft | Loft is great for dressier pieces and nice blouses, and their petite sizing rules! My high school graduation dress was from here and it fit so much better than the same dress that I tried on in regular (non-petite) sizes. I definitely need to check back here soon for more pieces because I tend to forget how frequently I wear their stuff. 

American Eagle | My go-to (and I repeat... GO. TO.) shop for all sorts of pants. If you have short legs, I highly recommend ordering their short length jeans online! Also, these are the only jeans I've ever found that don't gap open in the back on me... so if you also have a rounder butt (lol) be sure to check them out!

Any great petite shops that I'm missing? Let me know below!!

Guest Post: Guide to Navigating the LGBTQ+ Community in College

Hey guys! Today's post is going to be an awesome guide to all aspects of college life as a member of the LGBTQ+ Community. Jess, the blogger behind Color It Queer, is here to tell you all about housing, clubs and organizations, resources and more! Check it out below!!

College is a totally new place. Regardless of what year you are, there are new experiences to have, people to meet, classes to take, and memories to be made. Something that can change your college experience is your identity and identifying within the LGBTQ+ Community is an example of this. Whether you’re going back to college or just headed there, here are some things to think about if you’re part of the LGBTQ+ Community.

Disclaimer: This post is not just for the LGBTQ+ Community. If you’re a regular to The Scalloped Edge, I invite you to read this post as a chance to learn a little bit about this Community!

Without furtherado, in no particular order:

1. Housing

I go to Montclair State University and have the privilege of living in an LGBTQA/Gender inclusive living community. This means it is a safe space for people of the LGBTQ+ Community and its allies, without any worry about being discriminated against or looked at differently for being ourselves. This is also a space for transgender folks (or those who are not cisgender) to be placed based on their gender identity, not biological sex. To explain, at most schools, housing is not gender inclusive--it’s separated by biological sex. This means if one is a trans man, but born female, they would most likely be placed with girls. Gender inclusive housing is a privilege, and if your school doesn’t have a specific living community, you may want to look into their policies on housing and if there are places that are not separated by biological sex. Since the LGBTQ+ Community deals with its own specific struggles, it’s awesome to have a space that you feel welcomed and comfortable, so definitely see what your school has in terms of housing. Additionally, if you happen to be headed to MSU, you can learn more about Stonewall Suites here.

2. Pronouns and used names

Another very important thing to look at is how professors and your school feels about gender pronouns and used names. If you don’t know already, there is a whole chart of pronouns besides the binary of he and she that some people identify with. Are your professors and school’s faculty educated on this? Will they respect your pronouns if they are something different than the typical binary? Additionally, if you go by a different name then what is on your legal documents, can you get it changed? Look into contacting your professors so you don’t have to deal with that during role call on the first day, if possible. Are your pronouns also different? Be sure to include those too!

3. Resources

As I mentioned, the LGBTQ+ Community is one that comes with its own specific struggles, such as coming out, discrimination, and bullying. Since you may need to seek out resources if you’re struggling with topics relating to the LGBTQ+ Community, it’s important to see what your campus has to offer. Is there an LGBTQ+ Resource Center that focuses specifically on this community? Does the Health Center have safe sex information for LGBTQ+ folks? Are there people to talk to at the counseling center that are educated on these topics? Are there gender inclusive bathrooms on campus? My blog and here are some resources if you’re struggling to find some or need some now.

4. Clubs and groups

In addition to professionals, there may be a Gay Straight Alliance that can help bring community and connect you with some other LGBTQ+ folks. Maybe there is a Coming Out discussion group, Spectrums group, or another student run organization on campus. Check out your school’s website’s list of organization to see. Don’t see anything? Why not look into starting your own?

5. Classes

Another way to find more community within LGBTQ+ identities is to take classes that talk about it. Gender, Sexuality, and Women Studies tend to stereotypically be filled with people who identify or are allies of the LGBTQ+ Community. My school also has an LGBTQ Studies minor that teaches you all about the LGBTQ+ Community. Even if you have trouble finding other LGBTQ+ folks, putting your head in books that you can relate to can be very comforting and help you learn more about yourself and your identity’s history.

6. Safety

While all of the above is very important, all of it is going to very difficult if you’re not on a safe campus. In an ideal world, the whole world would be accepting and polite to the LGBTQ+ Community and it wouldn’t be a question of displaying PDA in a queer relationship, but we haven’t gotten there yet. Be sure to do research on your school’s views on the LGBTQ+ Community and make sure that you’re comfortable with what you find. If you don’t find good things, see if you can find places on campus that people say are okay and safe for LGBTQ+ folks. This may include contacting students that lead the GSA or maybe someone you know from the school.

7. Events

This past summer, I walked in NYC Pride with my school and we’ve played Sex Toy Bingo, heard Coming Out Monologues, seen a Drag Show, and attended LGBTQ+ Singles Nights. Like I said, I’m very privileged at MSU as a member of the LGBTQ+ Community. See if your school has anything going on to bring together this community to try and meet new people and enjoy time where you can be yourself and make those memories I mentioned!

Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ Community or not, you’ve probably noticed that things are a lot different for this marginalized, oppressed group. But don’t let it get to you and stay true to who you are because your identity is valid and real and should not be ignored. College should be an awesome experience and all parts of it should include you and your identity, even if you have to seek out certain parts of campus. They can be the best ones! I hope this helps you out while going back or off to college! 
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Great CHILL Spotify Playlists for STUDYING

If you're anything like me, you know how distracting it can be listening to your favorite "pump up" or "classic hits" playlist while you're trying to study (let alone read - just forget it!). In the past two years, I've found some go-to playlists on Spotify for when you need those mellow vibes to get work done.

Indie Folk for Focus | This is a lot of instrumentals with some acoustic thrown in, and it's my newest find for study music, but I really love it!

Tuned In | Calming instrumentals, sounds, and soft music for when you need to hardcore study. I like to listen to this playlist while reading!

Cozy Evening | This one is more lyrical, since it's meant for a chill night in, but if you can do some simple tasks that don't require processing words (reading + lyrics = brain mix-up), this playlist is great.

The Indie Mix | This playlist is a bit more upbeat since it's meant for finding the best new indie music, but I still like it when I need something that will also keep me awake.

PEACE | This playlist is strictly instrumental music with a lot of nature-like sounds. The tracks are really cool and definitely score-worthy. Some of these make me feel like I'm in a thriller movie (lol does anyone else get creeped out late at night when you're one of the only people left in the library?), so I don't tend to reach for this one as much, but nonetheless it still is great for studying.

With classes underway, get a head start for exams by following all of these playlists on your Spotify account (if you don't have one, get on that). I haven't made the plunge on Premium yet, do you think it's worth it? Let me know if you have Spotify Premium and what your favorite study playlist is!

The "There's-One-Month-Left-of-Summer" To Do List Check-In

The summer is officially over (I am SO sad)!! Now that Labor Day has come and gone, it's starting to feel like autumn and we all have to get back on track with our schoolwork and daily lives. That being said, let's see how many of my Summer To Do List items I completed!

My Perfect Brunch Moodboard

Hey there everyone! Hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend filled with pools, sunshine, and lots of brunch! Now that I'm back at school, heading out for brunch with friends on the weekends is one of my favorite ways to catch up after a long week with classes. Plus, now that I have my own apartment, I have the convenience of throwing some great last-minute brunch parties right at home, complete with mimosa bars and lots of waffles!

For brunch parties, I love opting for a girly vibe with florals, stripes, and touches of gold for decor and table settings. But, it's always important to keep brunch fun and add a touch of whimsy. When you're planning at the last minute, a cheeky email invite like the one pictured above from Paperless Post is a great way to get the word out fast. I'm also a huge fan of the balloon above that says "pop for details" - seriously, how cute is that! And of course, if I wanted to go full-on whimsical, the pineapple themed party you see above would be my ideal event! Y'all know how much I love a good pineapple.

Speaking of pineapple, there would be lots of it on the menu - along with other fruits too! Fruit salads, parfaits, smoothie bowls... anyway you can make a fruit, it would be included. Plus lots of yogurt, granola, quiche, and a full mimosa bar. No basic pancakes and eggs here! 

What would you have at your perfect brunch? And the more important question - are you #TeamPancakes or #TeamWaffles? I'm usually a waffle girl, but I've been on a pancake kick recently!

Happy Labor Day!

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Happy Labor Day everyone! Hopefully you're soaking up the last few rays of the summer before heading back to work and school. I'm already at school for the semester, but I'll be making use of the Hopkins "beach" to tan and hang out with friends. Enjoy today and we'll be back with regular posts again on Wednesday (there may even be a bonus post tomorrow wink wink) xoxo

Starting the #TSEcapsule Challenge!

Today is the day, guys! For the next 30 days, join me in creating your back-to-school capsule wardrobe and test yourself to see how well you hold up with "only" 28 items this month!!

While we're at it, let's lay down the rules so that we are all following the same guidelines:

1. Pick 6 tops for your wardrobe.
2. Pick 3 jackets/outerwear for your wardrobe.
3. Pick 3 dresses for your wardrobe.
4. Pick 6 bottoms for your wardrobe.
5. Pick 6 shoes for your wardrobe.
6. Pick 4 main accessories for your wardrobe.
7. Undergarments, workout gear, pajamas, loungewear, etc don't count in your 28 items!
8. Jewelry is fair game! Feel free to mix and match all your jewelry to your heart's desire.
9. Makeup and hair is also fair game.
10. You can add some extra pieces here and there for "going out" purposes, if you need. So going out tops, formalwear, you know the drill.
11. You don't have to pick the same types of items that I used in my wardrobe. If a striped tee or a flowy dress aren't your style, pick something else! Choose the items that feel natural for you.
12. Don't overthink it! I want this to be a fun time for us all so keep it lighthearted and don't stress out if you want to add an extra piece in here and there... As well all know, capsule wardrobes are different for every single person, so feel free to adjust accordingly!

For the next 30 days, tag your OOTDs with #TSEcapsule on any social media platform (Twitter / Tumblr / Instagram / Facebook) so that I can cheer y'all on! Let's see if we can make it ;)