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MORE THAN 50 Soft Classic Outfit Ideas | Capsule Wardrobes for the Kibbe Body Types

Autumn Season | Winter Color Type

23 Pieces // 54 Outfits

Hey everyone! Today, let’s create a capsule wardrobe example for the Soft Classic Kibbe type.

My goal for this series is not to provide “the perfect” capsule wardrobe for a specific body type, but to show a few concepts, items, and style elements that you can adopt for your body type. I want to break out of the common Kibbe stereotypes and show you how you can really own your personal style while still incorporating items and combinations that honor your body type.

If you’re not sure what your Kibbe body type is, I highly recommend checking out Aly Art, her channel is huge. I have also enjoyed Elyssa Aesthetic and Style Thoughts by Rita, and Justine Leconte has also made a video about the Kibbe types. Of course, I will also continue to talk about the Kibbe body types if that’s something you guys are interested in, so I welcome you to leave tons of questions below so that I know exactly what you want to learn about next!

Introduction to the Soft Classic Body Type

Before we dive into Kibbe’s descriptions of the Soft Dramatic body type, I would just like to say that everything I am presenting here is my own interpretation of Kibbe’s work and may not always align with David Kibbe’s intentions. I’ll always encourage you to check out the Strictly Kibbe Facebook group if you’d like to learn more straight from the source. Okay, now let’s get into an introduction to the Soft Classic woman.

All of the Kibbe body types are primarily described by their unique mix of yin, or feminine traits, and yang, or masculine traits. The Soft Classic woman is a balance of yin and yang with just a bit more “yin.” She is symmetrical and proportional with a romantic undercurrent. Her dominant descriptors are balance and curve. She has a moderate vertical line and has a balanced appearance with a somewhat delicate bone structure and slightly curvy figure. She has evenly proportioned waist, bust, and hips and her arms and legs tend to be moderately short. Her facial features are also symmetrical, soft, and full.

Some great examples of modern Soft Classic women are Lupita Nyong’o and Marion Cotillard. Other Kibbe-verified Soft Classic celebrities include Olivia de Havilland and Grace Kelly.

Soft Classic Keywords

Keywords for the Soft Classic include:

Symmetrical
Curved
Balanced
Smooth
Draped
Tailored
Delicate
Elegant
Sophisticated
Composed

Color Palette

So, now that we know a little bit more about the Soft Classic body type, let’s talk about the color palette for this capsule wardrobe.

This capsule is for a Soft Classic woman with the winter color type, who wants to include some color but prefers subtle, blended combinations of primarily neutral colors. To accomplish this, I started with a base of cobalt blue and navy.

Because we want to create soft, blended color combinations, I won’t include any complementary colors in this palette. Instead, let’s choose a few analogous colors to include. I chose a deep teal, royal emerald, and icy grape as the statement colors for this capsule. And for the neutrals, let’s keep it cool and classic with black, gray, and white.

Capsule Wardrobe

Okay! Let’s put together our Soft Classic capsule wardrobe.

Just as I did in my previous video, I will be showing you some examples of non-traditional Soft Classic outfits, but let’s start by talking about a few pieces that are harmonious with the soft classic body type.

This emerald green wrap dress from Diane Von Furstenburg is definitely a hero piece for the Soft Classic. Although it is not perfectly symmetrical, the classic wrap dress in a soft fabric gives a soft and balanced look. The knee-length is perfect for the Soft Classic’s moderate vertical line, the draped fabric creates soft rounded lines, and the subtle tie waist accentuates her delicate curve.

Another great Soft Classic piece is this blazer. The light fabric and curved lapels and hem all help to create softly rounded shapes on the body.

Another element to look for is a scoop neck or u-neck. I chose three tops in colors from the core color palette to create a nice starting point for this capsule. Similarly, a softly rounded, classic pair of navy trousers and a pair of dark wash denim are a great place to start for the Soft Classic as well.

Now, let’s have a little bit of fun with the rest of the capsule. This client loves elevated basics and wants to maintain some sophistication while keeping the capsule casual, and just a little bit edgy.

For bottoms, let’s step slightly outside of the Soft Classic realm with a midi-length denim skirt and tailored black waxed denim. As I mentioned previously, this client likes to have a little bit of edge in some of her outfits.

While overly dramatic styles would look far too edgy and overpowering on the Soft Classic, just a little bit of sharpness will go a long way to create an edgy look. The tailored and symmetrical nature of these pieces is harmonious with the Soft Classic type although they are admittedly a bit more on the yang side of the spectrum. The slight yang tendency of these pieces will look quite edgy on the Soft Classic, which is the intended effect. However, when worn with delicate and soft tops, the overall look can feel right at home on a Soft Classic.

Moving on to dresses, let’s add a couple options in varying lengths. Although a knee-length dress is admittedly the best length for a Soft Classic, slightly shorter or slightly longer lengths are still within the realm of possible. This symmetrical square-neck dress is a great early-fall option and offers a lot of opportunities for layering. And this midi-length shirt dress is classic and versatile.

Finally, the bag is a soft, medium-sized pouch bag from Bottega Veneta, although a classic crossbody bag would be great for this capsule as well.

The Final Capsule

The final capsule includes 9 tops, 4 bottoms, 3 dresses, 3 jackets, 3 shoes, and one bag for 23 items which can create at least 54 interchangeable outfits.

9 Tops

cobalt scoop-neck tee // navy scoop-neck bodysuit // white shoulder ruffle top // navy cardigan // off-shoulder sweater // purple ribbed turtleneck (OR) // teal criss-cross top // collared sweater // white scoop-neck tee

4 Bottoms

a-line denim skirt // ankle trousers // dark wash denim (OR) // coated straight-leg jeans

3 Dresses

emerald wrap dress (OR) // silk midi dress // tie-shoulder mini dress

3 Coats

shearling jacket // wool wrap coat // rounded black blazer

3 Shoes

silver bow heels // adidas sambas // loafer-style boots

1 bag

bottega veneta pouch

54 Outfits

24 Pieces // 54 Outfits

Hey everyone!

I know a lot of you guys are interested in the Kibbe Image ID system, so I thought it would be really fun to put together some capsule wardrobe examples based on the Kibbe body types.

Today, let’s create an autumn capsule wardrobe for the Soft Dramatic Kibbe type.

For this Kibbe series, what I’d really like to do is break out of the common Kibbe stereotypes and show you how you can really own your personal style while still choosing items and combinations that honor your body type.

Introduction to the Soft Dramatic Body Type

Before we dive into Kibbe’s descriptions of the Soft Dramatic body type, I would just like to say that everything I am presenting here is my own interpretation of Kibbe’s work and may not always align with David Kibbe’s intentions for his system. I’ll always encourage you to check out the Strictly Kibbe Facebook group if you’d like to learn more straight from the source. Okay, now let’s get into an introduction to the Soft Dramatic woman.

All of the Kibbe body types are primarily described by their unique mix of yin, or feminine traits, and yang, or masculine traits. The Soft Dramatic woman is a combination of sharp yang with a pronounced yin undercurrent. Her dominant descriptors are elongated and curved. She has a long vertical line and is moderate-to-tall in height with long, angular limbs. Although she is quite tall and is yang-dominant, she can appear delicate due to narrowness. She is a tall, elongated hourglass with a moderately defined waist. She appears soft, particularly through the bust and hips. Her facial features are also full and lush, often with large rounded eyes and full lips but will also include some sharpness in the nose, cheekbones, or chin.

A great example of a Soft Dramatic is Sofia Vergara. If you are a Soft Dramatic, I highly recommend looking at Sofia's style for inspiration on how to execute both casual and formal Soft Dramatic looks. Other Kibbe-verified Soft Dramatic celebrities include Marlene Dietrich and Ava Gardner.

Soft Dramatic Keywords

Keywords for the Soft Dramatic include:

Elongated
Curved
Enveloping
Lush
Lavish
Draped
Powerful
Flowy
Polished
Detailed

Clothing Recommendations for Soft Dramatics

Bottoms

Flare jeans
Boot leg jeans
Skinny jeans
Straight leg jeans

Tops

Wrap tops
V-necks
Rounded necklines
Off-shoulder necklines
Draped outerwear
Long cardigans (knee-length or below)

Details

Large round accessories
- Earrings
- Sunglasses
- Statement necklaces
Large bags
Long scarves for added softness
Ruched detailing
Wrap detailing
Head-to-toe monochrome or tonal looks
Lightweight, draped fabrics

Qualities to avoid in clothing selections include stiff structured pieces and heavy fabrics.

Color Palette

So, now that we know a little bit more about the Soft Dramatic body type, let’s take a brief detour to talk about the color palette for this capsule wardrobe.

I’ve had some requests for color palette examples for the autumn color type, so I want to include some warm and moody tones in this palette. I started with one of my favorite color combinations, khaki green and ripe orange.

Using two of my favorite tips for creating complex and interesting color palettes, I added a light yellow and chocolate brown which are both analogous to orange, then I added a deep muted blue which is complementary to orange on the color wheel. Now, we can create both blended, tonal looks and bright, contrasted looks by combining the analogous and complementary colors in different ways with different outfits. Finally, let’s add black, white, and gray to build up the neutral foundation for the palette.

Capsule Wardrobe

Okay! Let’s put together our Soft Dramatic capsule wardrobe.

Now, I will be showing you some examples of non-traditional Soft Dramatic outfits, but let’s start this capsule off strong with the hero piece for the Soft Dramatic - the curve-hugging maxi dress. This khaki green dress from Significant Other is THE ULTIMATE Soft Dramatic piece. The rounded cutout highlights the waist while draped detail hugs and enhances the natural curve of the body. The long length in the skirt and arms and high neckline are also elongating and play up the Soft Dramatic’s long vertical line. I also snagged this yellow dress from the same brand, which fits with the autumn color palette and has more of a casual feel that could easily be worn with sneakers or a short jacket for a daytime look.

Moving to tops, another key piece for this capsule is this khaki green ruched off-shoulder top. The ruched detail is figure-hugging and creates soft lines which are harmonious with the Soft Dramatic. Off-shoulder necklines are also a gorgeous option for casual Soft Dramatic outfits since they are easy and effortless while also exuding a bit of understated glamor.

The Final Capsule

The final capsule includes 9 tops, 4 bottoms, 2 dresses, 2 jackets, 4 shoes, 2 bags, and one pair of sunglasses for 24 items which can create at least 54 interchangeable outfits. The color palette for this capsule is an earthy and moody combination of brown, orange, army green, yellow, dark blue, black, white, and gray. The color palette is warm, deep, and slightly muted, great for the autumn color type.

9 Tops

green ruched top // blue silky blouse // subtle peplum top (OR) // white wrap shirt (OR) // striped wrap shirt // black knit sweater (sold out) // brown t-shirt // orange longline cardigan // charcoal sweater

4 Bottoms

gray straight leg jeans // wide leg tailored pants (sold out) // coated flare jeans (OR) // blue wide leg jeans

2 Dresses

khaki cut-out maxi dress // yellow one-shoulder dress

2 Jackets

cropped puffer jacket // black wool jacket

4 Shoes

western-style ankle boots (OR) // converse hi-tops // orange mules // lug sole boots

3 Accessories

metallic bag (sold out) // loewe puzzle bag (OR) // orange statement sunglasses

54 Outfits

20 Pieces // 40 Outfits

If you’re looking to create a capsule wardrobe on a budget, the best way to save money is to choose long lasting, high quality pieces that you can wear for years to come. Better yet, quality doesn’t always have to be expensive! Check out the video below to learn how to create this affordable fall winter capsule wardrobe including what items to look for, how to get started, and some simple steps to make a budget capsule that looks expensive.

The color palette is earthy and warm with contrasting sky blue and bright orange. This capsule is best suited for someone with a warm undertone and includes angular elements such as straight leg jeans, tailored jackets, and geometric cuts.

6 Tops

black camisole // blue oxford shirt // dusty yellow silk shirt // camel cashmere sweater // orange t-shirt // cream turtleneck

3 Bottoms

straight leg jeans (similar) // black leather pants // cream wide leg trousers

1 Dress

brown knitted dress

6 Accessories

yellow trench coat // cream double-breasted blazer // brown cashmere beanie // cropped teddy coat // black leather jacket (similar) // brown tailored coat

4 Shoes

cream ankle boots // black vans old skool // chunky black boots // orange strappy sandals

33 Outfits

18 Pieces // 33 Outfits

This fall workwear capsule is packed with cozy knits to keep you warm in the office this autumn. This capsule includes a number of monochromatic, neutral, and contrasting looks that can be worn for any occasion in the office, from the first interview to casual Friday. It includes some of my personal favorite work wardrobe staples, like the Tie-Front Pant by Aritzia and Everlane’s Relaxed Silk Shirt.

I’ve included three pairs of shoes in this capsule, all in different styles and colors. I recommend including at least two pairs of shoes in any workwear capsule, so that you can give each pair at least a day to rest between wears. This will help prolong the life of your shoes, minimizing moisture buildup and allowing the fabric to regain its shape.

The color palette for this capsule is great for an autumn color type. I built the color palette around this amazing plaid coat by Vince. French blue is an unexpected addition that really brightens up the earth tones in the capsule, plus it’s a universally flattering color.