Maybe capsule is the wrong word. Complete may be better.

I can relate to this, I struggle to think of anything I really need in the clothing department. As I’ve said elsewhere I have clothing for working in the house, garden or garage, clothing for lounging about it, smart stuff is only put on when I go out. So the smart stuff is unlikely to ever wear out as I’m in my mid sixties.

I’ve got a full Ivy wardrobe and unless I gain or lose large amounts of weight it’s going to last me out, but I never stop looking at clothes. What I foresee for the next few years is reducing and refining my holdings. Jakes Shirts interest me, so maybe instead of a drawer full of Oxford button downs - a handful of really good ones. Instead of four or five raincoats - one that does everything. One pair of loafers … well maybe two. One pair of longwings etc etc ….. mind you I’ve been coming out with this shit for years!

My wardrobe is in a state of transition. Although less formal than ever before I appear to have made certain rules about the level of casual attire I wear.

For example, if I was going out for dinner or meeting a client I like to wear a sports jacket and proper trousers.

During the day I might wear a sweatshirt or t shirt but wouldn't consider them appropriate for the office. Similar to bright madras checks. They look great on holiday or during an evening out but can appear too fun for work.

Also, Jeans are bigger part of wardrobe. Although I have them tailored for a more well-fitted appearance they are still jeans.

I'm off to a wedding in June and I'm planning to wear a casual suit. I can't remember the last time I wore a suit to work.

I have learnt that casual clothing isa much harder balancing act than simply throwing on a suit and tie.

The capsule wardrobe is something I aspire to but somehow with my rules I find impossible to master. The nearest I've come to it is preference for all things navy blue. Working to a limited base colour has helped reduce the options - but where is the fun in that?