Smart Casual Fall Mini Capsule Wardrobe
Thank you to Walmart and LTK for sponsoring this post. As always, all opinions are my own.
In recent years, a style has emerged that has grown in popularity, especially in the workplace. It’s called “Smart Casual”. The term can be kind of confusing, since is a mix of two words that are opposites of each other! So what is “Smart Casual” style and how do you wear it? Let’s define what “Smart Casual” is, where you wear it and look at a capsule wardrobe with several outfits. Smart Casual is a blend of two styles. The “Smart” is refers to business workwear style and the “Casual” refers to everyday, comfortable style. Smart Casual gives you more flexibility with your outfits and is suitable to wear more places that just the workplace.
I found several clothes and shoes on Walmart which are perfect for a smart casual wardrobe! I created a mini capsule wardrobe that includes tops, bottoms, layers and shoes, plus accessories, all on Walmart! Walmart is a great place to find affordable clothes, shoes and accessories that is easy on your budget. Whether you are just starting to build your closet with workwear or you want to add several smart casual outfits to your closet, shop Walmart first to find your foundation pieces for the fall season. Walmart carries both their exclusive brands that you cannot find anywhere else, like Free Assembly, Scoop, Time and Tru (my personal favorite), plus Lands End, Sophia Jeans by Sophia Vergara and Madden NYC.
What Styles Are Smart Casual?
Smart Casual style includes well-fitted, neat and office-appropriate pieces that are slightly less formal than a business-casual or business-professional dress code. Smart casual is much more elevated and put-together than just casual wear.
Here are a few “Smart” example pieces you can include in your outfits:
- tailored blazer
- sweater blazer
- trench coat
- blouse
- trousers
- skirt
- flats
- pumps
- loafers
- structured bag or work tote
- simple leather belt
Here are a few “Casual” example pieces you can include in your outfits:
- t-shirt / tee (a slim-fitted one looks best)
- non-distressed jeans (medium wash or dark wash)
- button-down shirt
- sweater
- pants
- casual sneakers
Where To Wear Smart Casual
You can wear Smart Casual style mostly anywhere! Here are a few places to wear your outfits:
- Workplace – Some workplaces allow smart casual in their dress code, so check to see if you can wear smart casual to your workplace.
- Events – like luncheons, conferences or meetings.
- Weddings and Graduations
- Shopping
- Restaurants
The 11-Piece Smart Casual
Fall Mini Capsule Wardrobe
Click on any of the collages below to shop them on the LTK app!
All the clothes, shoes and accessories are on Walmart.com, which makes it easy to get all the pieces in this capsule wardrobe! You can expand this capsule and include additional blazers, cardigans, jackets, pants and shoes.
The Layers
Plaid Blazer
Ivory Cardigan
Black Blazer
The Tops
White Shirt
Black Sleeveless Sweater
Blue Stripe Shirt
The Bottoms
Black Flare Jeans
Blue Wide Leg Jeans
Black Wash Straight Jeans
The Shoes
Shop The Capsule Wardrobe:
Shop The Accessories:
9 Outfits:
Let’s mix and match the clothes and shoes to create 9 outfits. Add the accessories to complete your outfits!
Outfit #1
Outfit #2
Outfit #3
Outfit #4
Outfit #5
Outfit #6
Outfit #7
Outfit #8
Outfit #9
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Love these outfits! Thanks for all the inspiration. Always enjoy your content.
Thank you for this post. I am traveling this fall and will use a closet shopped version for packing!!!!
Quick question…I purchased the outfit in #9 it’s hard to tell but is the button down white with blue stripes? I was kind of surprised when I opened the package because it looks more like a light blue button down with thin white stripes.
I just found you and this wonderful post and I cleaned out my closet. I ordered a few other items that you posted as well and I thank you for your time and talent!
Thanks! My office is smart casual.