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My name is Elena and I am the Founder & Senior Editor of makingMIDLIFEmatter®. I help women over 50 finally create a home and life they love. I truly believe that in order to make room for your dreams and passions, you have to take out the trash first. And I mean that both figuratively and literally. Get ready for your best chapter yet!

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If you are ready to embrace a capsule wardrobe, this list of French inspired wardrobe pieces is the perfect place to start. Elegant and simple, these choices have you covered from day to night, casual to dressy. This 20 piece capsule wardrobe includes shoes and accessories. Everything you need to create tons of fabulous outfits.

How to Build Your Capsule Wardrobe

Creating a capsule wardrobe involves curating a collection of versatile, high-quality pieces that can be mixed and matched for a variety of outfits.