Our Minimalist Winter Capsule Wardrobe Inspiration In 18 Sustainable Staples

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What are you wearing this season? For winter 2022-23, we’re gathering all our favorite sweaters and adding easy layers for spending cozy moments at home with our loved ones. We’re also embracing a little optimism (or perhaps inviting it?) with some shine—whether on our accessories or as a subtle highlighter on our cheeks. 

The below mood board features some of our favorite responsible brands, featuring layer-friendly basics and unique textures and shapes we can mix and match. From our vintage combat boots (or the ones we just thrifted!) to the sweats that have only become more comfortable in the decade we’ve had them, here’s what trends inspire our outfits this season.

If you’re embarking on a capsule for the first time or want to get inspired by the variety of capsule wardrobes people practice, learn more about what capsule wardrobes are here. For more tips on keeping a lean closet, read our guide to curating the perfect minimalist wardrobe.


Tradlands
Organic Basics
Pact
Cleobella
MATE the Label
Swoveralls
Agolde
Kotn
Reformation
Outerknown
Boden
Patagonia
Cuyana
Ana Luisa
Axiology
KOIO
Whimsy + Row
Vivaia
  1. Forever Sweater by Tradlands, $198 | XXS–4X, slow fashion ethos, high quality sustainable fabrics

  2. Lite Turtleneck by Organic Basics, $65  | XS–XL, made ethically with eco-friendly TENCEL

  3. Honeycomb Knit Sweater by Pact, $108 | XS–XXL, 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, fair trade factories

  4. Ankle Dress by Cleobella, $278 | XS–XL, 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, handmade and eco-friendly

  5. Oversized Sweatshirt by MATE the Label, $128 | XS–XXL, 100% organic cotton, made in Los Angeles 

  6. Swoveralls, $98 | XXS–4XL, made from organic cotton and recycled polyester, factory partners in Los Angeles

  7. Straight Leg Jeans by Agolde, $208 | 24–34, made from 99% organic cotton 1% eco lycra

  8. Waffle Knit Hand Warmers by Kotn, $20 | One size, 100% BCI certified cotton, ethical & eco-friendly production practices

  9. Baggy Corduroy Pants by Reformation, $148 | US 23–31, 100% organic cotton, sustainably made in Turkey

  10. Blanket Shirt by Outerknown, $148 | XS–XL, 100% organic cotton, Fair Trade Certified 

  11. Long Belted Coat by Boden, $298 | 2–22, focus on longevity, brand has ethical and sustainable initiatives

  12. Fleece Down Jacket by Patagonia, $299 | XS–XL, recycled polyester and reclaimed down, Fair Trade Certified™ sewn

  13. Mini Bow Bag by Cuyana, $248 | Made in Italy at a family-owned factory, LWG certified for traceability and responsible tanning

  14. Green Heart Necklace by Ana Luisa, $75 | Transparently sourced gemstones, eco-friendly packaging

  15. Multistick from Axiology, $24 | Plastic-free, natural ingredients, vegan and cruelty-free

  16. Combat Boots by KOIO, $395 | Handmade in Tuscany using LWG certified leather

  17. Beanie by Whimsy + Row, $54 | Made from baby alpaca and organic cotton,

  18. Wool Boots by Vivaia, $109 | US 5–10, made using ethically sourced wool and recycled plastic bottles


Featured image from Outerknown


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