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A Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

One could make a pretty sound argument that this post was merely an excuse to play dress up with my kid. Not far off, friends, not far off. Since capsule wardrobing has become such a trend, I thought it would be fun to put together a fall baby capsule wardrobe for Em. We’ve basically reached the point going on a year later where we’ve worn through most of the clothing she received as gifts at my shower and when she was born, save for a few fancier party dresses. As I’ve been shopping for her I realized I’ve been shopping seasonally and effectively putting together mini capsule wardrobes, so I thought it would be fun to share some of the pieces I picked out for fall.

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Folks, babies grow quickly. I categorically do not believe in having 27 pairs of pants in any given size, because they just outgrow things so incredibly fast. Instead, I’m choosing to focus on really cute, mix and match pieces she can wear for a season and get the most use out of every item as possible. Generally by the time the season changes, we’re onto the next size and if not, we just carry forward anything she can still wear. So, no, I’m not wastefully replenishing my kid’s wardrobe every season like some kind of diva. In fact, I could confidently hold my own in a debate that this is actually a really smart way to stretch your budget while decking your kid out in a killer wardrobe. Mix and match, friends, mix and match. Just say no to dedicated outfits that match nothing else.

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

For fall, I decided that the star of her wardrobe would be this great Army green parka. She gets so many compliments on it already and it’s a size that is going to allow her to wear it for several months. I love the pairing of pale pink with that green, so from there we picked out a few cute tops, jeggings and a little dress that all coordinate. Chambray and white round everything out for a little collection that even Daddy can figure out on his own. (Gosh, such a cliché, but seriously, Daddy needs all the help he can get.) Of course we still mix in other jeans and tops, but this allowed us to refresh her wardrobe with the sizes and seasonally appropriate pieces she needed in a way that didn’t require us to buy a bunch of must-wear-together outfits that couldn’t be worn any other way. Ain’t nobody got time for that. (And, hell, most of us ain’t trying to spend the money on that.)

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

My favorite part of this post? The obligatory overload of cute baby photos. The baby who is already ten and a half months, friends. Ten and a half months! Insanity. And if you wondered, yes, the first birthday party plans are officially underway as of this week. But more on that another day. In the meantime, if you needed a pick me up today with a cute baby fix, you’re welcome.

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

Baby Capsule Wardrobe for Fall | Baby fashion, best blogs for moms, and baby style from @cydconverse

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[Art direction + styling by Cyd Converse | Photos by Alice G. Patterson for The Sweetest Occasion.]

[1:Bow headwrap | 2: Poplin utility parka | 3: Mudcloth baby headband | 4: Patterned swing dress | 5: Chambray polka dot top | 6: Ivory jersey leggings | 7: Pink ballet slippers | 8: Metallic moccasins | 9: Fair isle joggers | 10: Chambray pocket shirt | 11: White embroidered lace top | 12: Rolled cuff jeggings | 13: Peter pan collar top.]

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sara | alice & lois

Friday 14th of October 2016

This turned out so darling, Cyd! All of it - but especially that sweet baby of yours!

Cyd Converse

Sunday 16th of October 2016

Thanks so much, Sara! Miss you already!!! xo

Breanna

Wednesday 12th of October 2016

Aw girl, thanks for the tag!! She's looking so cute! And doesn't Old Navy have the cutest baby clothes?! We pretty much have every one of these pieces!

melissa

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

Cyd, E is the sweetest little girl! These images of her are to die for. And I love the idea of a baby capsule wardrobe!

erika

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

Cannot handle the cuteness. Cannot.

Cyd Converse

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

She is the very literal definition of the cutest thing ever, Auntie Erika! Except for maybe Ajax. (Truth.)

Shel

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

So. Much. Cutness. Seriously, she is adorable. I love the idea of a capsule wardrobe for kiddos too. It's practical and keeps you from getting overwhelmed with stuff.

Cyd Converse

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

Thanks so much, Shel! And yes, I really do think it's super practical, too. I'm not trying to be overrun with endless quantities of kid's clothing, gear and toys so I have tried to be really mindful of that this first year and I think this helps!

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