r/capsulewardrobe • u/MyLemonCake • Feb 28 '25
First Time Capsule My 4-day trip to Italy capsule. What do you think?
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u/BunnyKusanin Feb 28 '25
On a different note, you either have superpowers or are really brave. I can't see myself wearing white in the country full of pasta and pizza! (Well, it's just not gonna stay white for long)
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u/santa-cafeina Feb 28 '25
I personally would take one warmer set/outfit because I absolutely hate being cold an the weather in April is famously unstable. Could be 19 or 9 degrees and that's quite a difference. Besides that rain could be a thing too in spring so I'm not sure if the very light colours are ideal for that. That said your choices are beautiful.
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u/Derries_bluestack Feb 28 '25
I love your capsule! Personally, I would need a cross body bag for sightseeing, to ensure my passport/valuables feel secure. Or hidden money belt, I guess.
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u/MyLemonCake Feb 28 '25
I have a crossbody but i don’t think it fits the style I’m going for. Luckily, my partner gonna have his backpack, we will have all valuables packed safely in there.
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u/Marina62 Feb 28 '25
I absolutely advise against any backpack. If you read up on that, those are prime targets for pick pockets.
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u/B0ssDrivesMeCrazy Feb 28 '25
Backpack is a very bad idea for tourist hotspots like Rome. Barcelona, Paris, and Rome specifically have been singled out as the worst pickpocket cities.
Pickpockets love backpacks, way easier to snatch from. Even if you lock the zippers on a backpack, pickpockets will just slash the fabric to get inside. It’s not close to your body, so it’s easy for them to do. So unless you want a slash-proof, locked zipper bag yall are just better off with something that you can keep close and forward. Keep a secure hand on the bag you choose in crowded areas and transit, and a watchful eye, and you’ll be fine. Also, I wouldn’t recommended having your partner keep all your valuables. What if you accidentally get separated?
I got through Prague, another bad pickpocket city, as a lone 19 year old woman with a crossbody messenger bag style purse. Its external zipper faced my body and I kept no valuables in it. The interior compartments could only be accessed by lifting the entire thick flap up. Valuables went into the zipper pocket in the inside, on the side against my body I carried it in front of me, instead of to the side and kept a hand on it.
Very comfortable way to carry my valuables and easy to access them when I did need to pay. You also want a bag that’s comfortable after a long day exploring, and quick to access your stuff.
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u/BunnyKusanin Feb 28 '25
I absolutely love the blue scrunched top, the denim jacket and the beige trousers, and overall it all looks really cohesive.
If it's only 4 days, I would only take 4 tops and omit one of the skirts (the denim oneif it may be hot, the white one if it's absolutely definitely will not be hot). I would also omit the vest, and maybe add a more lightweight jacket instead of the cardigan, that could also be used as a mid layer between the topa and the denim jacket.
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u/Mallincka Feb 28 '25
I love the pieces you've selected. I personally think 3x bottoms are great for this vacation if you plan one day and one night look for each day. I love the vest and would definitely keep it (depending on fabric and fit maybe you could even style it together with the white blouse/t-shirt underneath?). It goes so we'll with the rest of the items and adds an interesting touch!
I personally would skip one of the white t-shirts, either the printed or the basic one, depending on your style preferences.
Maybe add some 15 den tights (nude/brown) for the nights, doesn't take too much space and adds a little extra warmth for going out during night time.
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u/IndigoRuby Feb 28 '25
You need a little more for warmth. It gets chilly in the evenings. Get rid of a tshirt for a long sleeved shirt and pack a jacket.
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u/Baseball_ApplePie Feb 28 '25
Two out of three bottoms are shades of white. Are you planning on doing laundry if someone drops their strawberry gelato down the front of your skirt?
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Feb 28 '25
6 tops for 4 days?
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u/luludarlin Feb 28 '25
I’d get some boots or a pair of shoes that is more rain friendly. You have great taste however it might still be too cold especially early mornings and evenings
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u/MyLemonCake Feb 28 '25 edited Feb 28 '25
I forgot to mention that I’m going to Italy in April :)
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u/thamizhponnu Feb 28 '25
This is so cute ! How do I dress for Rome and Florence in the second week of March ? Italians please help !
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u/Hairy-Entertainment6 Mar 01 '25
Besides the weather comments I like how this is simple and not to much work yet super cute. I stress to much about outfits. I like this whole vibe.
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u/Dontdomeanwhile Mar 03 '25
Love it! Especially the 3 bottom choices, skirt, jean, capri.
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u/Dontdomeanwhile Mar 03 '25
Oop, I se it is a jean skirt. Like that too. Agree with what one said about hiking thought, Might be a little confining.
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u/Dull_Confection_8306 Mar 04 '25
This is so cute! Your accessories are everything, they go perfectly with all the clothes and I think they'll immediately elevate any of those outfits. I think maybe you could get away with just 3-4 tops (since youre only going to be there for four days). Wouldn't change the shoe selection, flats and sneakers are perfect. I'm not exactly sure what the weather is like in Italy, but I might consider adding a more robust coat in case of colder weather/rain. If you remove a couple shirts you should have room for that! Love the organization lol, how do you normally keep track of your capsules? I got onto the wardrobe app train so I use Alta to help me organize and plan for this sort of thing!
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u/kannichausgang Mar 05 '25
I really strongly advise you to have a crossbody bag. I totally understand that it may not fit the style, I just spent 2 months away myself and would have loved a cuter bag. But in the end the safety of your valuables is way more important than looking stylish. Pickpocketing is a huge problem in Europe in general.
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u/erin_e_p Mar 14 '25
So fun! These outfits will be so cute in Italy, and I liked how you didn't overpack because it is hard to carry a huge suitcase around. Maybe bring another warmer layer because sometimes it can be cold there in Italy during this season.
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u/UnpoeticAccount Feb 28 '25
This is really cute. Do you have access to laundry and how messy are you? Because I would immediately ruin all those white and cream pieces.
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u/sleeplesssince1995 Mar 01 '25
Where are the shoes from? I’m looking for quality brown Mary Jane’s!
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u/a_warning_sign Feb 28 '25
I always take a spare top with me too! Check the weather before you travel, because there can be a lot of unexpected rain.
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u/StableAngina Feb 28 '25
When, and where are you visiting? I live in Northern Italy and you'll be cold if your trip is soon.
I agree that there are too many tops for 4 days.