Okay, I know what you're thinking.

"Aimara is about to talk about Quince again."

And you're right. I am. Completely unashamed 😅

But hear me out, because this time it's different. I didn't just share a few favorites or point you toward a sale. I actually built an entire capsule wardrobe from one brand, photographed every piece, wore every single thing, and wrote a full blog post about it.

25 pieces. All from Quince. All personally tested.

And no, this wasn't a paid partnership. This is just... my actual wardrobe. The brand I keep coming back to because the quality is real, the prices are honest, and the pieces are exactly what a capsule wardrobe needs:

✅ clean silhouettes

✅ neutral colors

✅ timeless styles.

Nothing trendy that you'll want to replace in a year.

If I had to pick 25 pieces for a full year of getting dressed, this is the list.

It's a strong starting point if you live somewhere warm or travel to warm places often (which, hi, that's me).

Note: if Quince isn't your brand, you can find similar pieces elsewhere. What matters is the function of each piece, not where it's from. That's why I added the "why".

👚 Tops (8)

Starting here because this is where most people overpay, and where Quince shines most.

• ​Cotton Modal Scoop Neck Tee ($15) — The foundation of everything. Wear it alone, tuck it in, layer it under anything. Soft, wrinkle-resistant, and available in 10 colors. Grab the 3-pack and save 20%.
• ​European Linen Button-Down Shirt ($42) — If I had to pick one top that works hardest in a capsule wardrobe, it's this. Wear it buttoned up, half-tucked, or open as a layer. Three completely different looks from one shirt.
• ​European Linen Fitted Tank ($42) — The piece that quietly makes every other piece work better. It layers under everything and makes a gorgeous DIY matching set with the linen pants or shorts.
• ​Silk Cami ($50) — Your elevated basic. The one that makes any outfit look like you tried. Tuck it into wide leg pants for dinner or pair it with the silk skirt for an instant set. 16 colors. Fits true to size, don't size up. I tried it and there was just too much fabric.
• ​Mongolian Cashmere Short Sleeve Tee ($50) — A regular tee, but make it luxurious. Wears all year, gets softer every wash. I wear S even though I'm usually XS — it runs slightly small and it's on the shorter side (works best if you wear high waisted bottoms)
• ​Cotton Modal Tank Top ($15) — Simple, minimal, and lets your bottoms and accessories do the talking. I have it in 4 colors. It just works, every single time.
• ​Organic Cotton Waffle Cropped Sweater Tank ($29) — The piece that looks like you put in way more effort than you did. No tucking required, the length does the work. Size up, it runs small.
• ​Organic Cotton Turtleneck ($24) — Swap a regular long sleeve tee for this piece, and the whole outfit suddenly looks more intentional. Classic ribbed design. Size up on this one too. It's fitted.

👖 Bottoms (6)

This is the category I always say to start with. Your bottoms set the tone for everything else.

• ​European Linen Tapered Pants ($42) — The most universally flattering linen pant silhouette in my opinion. Gets better looking with every wear. I wear XS, and I go up to S for lighter colors — because, well... the 🍑 looks bigger if I don't.
• ​Ultra-Stretch Ponte Wide Leg Pants ($60) — Looks structured and polished, feels like nothing. The year-round workhorse. I have these in 4 colors, which tells you everything. Read the reviews before ordering, the fit can vary slightly by color.
• ​Washable Silk Midi Skirt ($70) — Machine washable silk. I know. It also survives the sketchy wash-and-fold situations that come with full-time travel, which is really the ultimate test. Size S, true to size.
• ​Silk Mini Skirt ($60) — Same beautiful fabric as the midi, just shorter and more flirty. Just... maybe check the wind forecast before you wear it out. You've been warned 😄
• ​European Linen Shorts ($32) — The shorts that made me fall back in love with shorts. They also pair with the linen tank or button-down for an instant matching set. True to size, 9 colors.
• ​Bella Stretch Skinny Jeans ($50) — The one pair of jeans in this capsule. Classic fit, serious stretch, no break-in period required. Also comes in a wide leg version if that's more your style.

🧥 Layers (4)

• ​Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater ($50) — The piece that started my Quince obsession back when they were still called Last Brand. Still going strong years later. Size up if you're in between sizes. You want this to feel comfortable, not stretched.
• ​Organic Cotton Denim Chore Jacket ($60) — The more interesting, slightly more grown-up version of a classic denim jacket. The hip length makes it incredibly easy to style. Runs slightly big, so consider sizing down.
• ​Mongolian Cashmere Long Cardigan ($110) — Throw it over anything and the outfit immediately looks more put together. It's my go-to travel layer and genuinely one of my favorite pieces I own. True to size, 6 colors.
• ​Comfort Stretch Short Trench Coat ($90) — Timeless, classic, and works over literally everything. The short length is a practical choice if you're 5'4" or under — it hits at just the right spot without overwhelming your frame.

👗 Dresses & Jumpsuits (3)

• ​Washable Silk Midi Dress ($89) — I've worn this dress for all-day city explorations and a nice restaurant that same evening without changing. That's what earns a piece a permanent spot in a capsule wardrobe.
• ​Printed Linen Midi Dress ($84) — 13 colors, pockets, and the print hides linen wrinkles beautifully.
• ​Linen Jumpsuit ($64) — One piece, full outfit, zero decisions. Also pockets. The only catch: public bathrooms require full commitment. It's worth it. True to size, 13 colors.

👟 Shoes (3) + The One Bag

• ​White Leather Sneakers ($84) — Comfortable straight out of the box, worn across more than 10 countries, still going strong. They go with every single thing in this list.
• ​Italian Leather Platform Sandals ($72) — Dressy enough for dinner, comfortable enough for cobblestone streets (full tested). They sell out fast, so if you see your size, don't wait. If in between sizes, size up.
• ​Nappa Leather Slides ($72) — Your slip-on option for casual days. More versatile than they look. True to size.
• ​Italian Leather Raffia Crossbody Bag ($102) — I traveled with this bag for 3 years. Not the one I have right now, but I would definitely buy it again. (it was in bad shape after 3 years of everyday wear lol - so I got rid of it)

That's the whole thing. 25 pieces, one brand, a wardrobe that actually works.

I said above that this is what I would wear for a full year in a place with consistent climate. And looking at this list, it's not too far from what I have with me right now. I've been with the same carry-on since January (and I won't have a wardrobe "reset" until late August 🙈)

So, I truly live this stuff!

The blog post goes much deeper. You'll find photos of every piece, the 3 rules I used to build this capsule and a breakdown of what each fabric actually is and why it matters.

​👀 Read the full blog post here​

Thanks for reading. Next week I'll give you an update on my Quince closet inventory. (hint: it's more than 25 pieces)

I'll be sharing tips on how I think about shopping and adding key pieces to multiply my outfit options.

See you next week!

XO,

Aimara

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