How to create original outfits from your basic pieces ǀ Capsule wardrobe tips ǀ Justine Leconte

Building a (capsule) wardrobe requires the right basics.These can be styled in a classic way but after a while you might find yourself looking for new ways to style your core pieces: if you are in that situation, this video shows you 8 ways of turning a classic outfit into a more original one, by switching just one element.
As a result, to refresh your closet for fall, you won't need a whole new wardrobe!
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[@NenaKPlans]

Gosh I remember when Justine had just a couple thousand followers and made it obvious that she was less-than-sure about what she was doing on KZbin. How far you've come Justine. I'm so happy to see you now with so many followers and especially to see that the quality of your videos has improved SO much, while keeping the fun, easy-to-connect-with vibes of your older work. You always feel so down to earth. Keep it up!

[@justineleconte]

Thanks a lot 💜

[@blingsteen]

To me, you remain in the group of people in KZbin who do things well. You share your knowledge and experience in a friendly but wise manner. Thank you so much. I look at what I already have, buy wisely and try different things more often than before....but most of all, I am grateful. Thank you for reminding us that we do not necessarily have to buy the latest and newest.

[@sisasal9423]

I am 35 and could never find my dress style. Thx to your knowledgeable videos my life has changed. I am really grateful to/for you. 🙏🏽

[@schwesterleinfuchs]

you take fashion from "sophisticated and expensive" to "creative expression for everyone". ♡🤗

[@VoxUrania]

This video wins my Most Charming Animation of the Week Award. At least. Perfect timing since the weather is changing to fall where I live. Both my daughter and I got some great tips from this video. That doesn’t happen often!

[@Poppy-]

Bonjour Justine I liked the decoupage. It reminded me of my childhood paper dolls. Great tips that I'll keep re watching for inspiration.

[@Growstuff70]

This video was made for me! My clothes are minimal and safe, combining them in new ways = more options.

[@caitlinmullen2056]

I very much appreciate the way this was edited with the cork board background and cut out items. It brings me back to how I used to play with pieces I cut out of magazines in the days before the internet. Also, I really enjoyed the subject material of this video. I also like to veer off from what is expected in regards to fashion. Especially following a surgery where my options for footwear are limited to sneakers and not much else. Finding ways to still be chic and not too casual has been a challenge, but an exciting and rewarding one. Some of those outfits are now in my regular rotation because they are just that good.

[@mariaandrews6772]

I love your channel. As a woman in her 60's I find your advice fitting for women of all ages.

[@danadz2383]

Perfect! Love the way to mix up classic clothes and create an attitude with them. Such a helpful way to get a lot of miles out of a wardrobe. 👍💜

[@khakicat]

I loved the ideas in this video. Just one little nitpick: the moving photos were not only distracting, but also made it harder for me to envision the contrasting elements presented. Next time, just still photos of the different pieces, please.

[@fairuzachan]

Yes, not only distracting (and made me a little nauseous) but I thought it was a shame that I couldn't focus on the details of the cutout pictures. Even for people not having issues with the wiggly images (especially when several wiggled differently) it would be hard to actually see the piece of clothing clearly, imo?

[@manishapande6266]

Just what I was looking for!! Love classic clothing but also need to keep the look current. Thanks!

[@roxannedevaney7138]

I love your videos Justine! I believe I am up to date with all of them and really look forward to watching the new ones each week. I love fashion and at 63 I am always trying to keep up to date. I'm an inverted triangle, and very fair skinned and because of your videos I have a better appreciation for colour and for how to dress my body! Thank you so much!

[@harrietallen4731]

Woah! These outfits are WAY outside my comfort zone! Calm down, Justine!! Black dress and a colourful necklace? 😵 I'll swap my pearls when I've finished clutching them!

[@ramblerjam]

I love a white shirt with a black leather or faux leather skirt, just below the knee or an a-line mini. Or oversized and open over a mini dress. Totally agree on boots with skirt! I love tailored shorts with pantyhose and embellished, feminine shoes and they also look great with peasant tops and band t-shirts. Also with stomping boots or platform boots (and a vintage style sweater or cardigan or even capelet... pin up style, embellished mohair or woodland fairytale styles...) Boyfriend jeans look great with spangly evening tops, in my opinion, or with a tailored waistcoat worn as a top. Great video!

[@bethanmerrick3594]

Could you do a video on different kind of styles and how to adapt any outfit to that style without massive changes? Eg a normal t shirt and jeans to something more vintage, or grungey, or modern high end? This might not be your kind of thing but I think it would be really cool to show how you can take anything and make it yours... Even the most 'plain' or 'boring' of pieces!! Love your informative and to the point videos as always!!! Kisses from Britain

[@missrobinhoodie]

Bethan Merrick yes please! Unfortunately I don’t own most of the garments in this video. I have a very practical, more casual type of wardrobe (think of an adult playing a lot with kids 😄). For example jeans, tshirt, cardican, jumper... but I‘m very into jewelry and geniusly done hairstyles 🤗 Kisses from Switzerland!

[@annarehbinder7540]

Would love to see a Classic to boho

[@deniz_koz]

You are the most down-to-earth fashion youtuber ever. Watching your videos really helps and gives point of view. Thank you.

[@artofmywill5113]

This was very helpful! I will definitely rewatch and reference this video again in the future! Thank you for sharing! 💗

[@ariweaver1543]

Wonderful! I have all sorts of new ideas for my existing wardrobe now! ^^ But, I did also want to mention that, for me, this was an unusually difficult video for me to watch. I have challenges with my eyes and am very prone to headaches and migraines. The constant wiggling of the images really messed with me. I thought the effect was really cute and fun as they were approaching the center of the screen, but if they could have stopped or slowed way down once they were at their final position, it would have been a lot easier for me to watch. I ended up having to look away frequently to manage to make it through to the end. If it's the effect you want, that's fine, and I will just do what I need to to enjoy your content. But, I wanted to mention my experience for your consideration. Thank you for such a fun video with so many great suggestions!

[@sprigofheather]

Yes, true for me too. I loved the video and ideas. Really helpful and clear and professional as always. But I had the same problem with the images, probably for similar reasons I wanted to be able to watch them because I loved the idea, but the movement was too much! Great video and ideas though.

[@francescaa7093]

@@sprigofheather me too

[@juelpederssen]

Me too

[@leslieinadress]

Me as well.

[@jimenarivera7512]

Ari Weaver same here

[@kristierundell8917]

This was wonderfully done. Very useful information delivered in a spectacularly creative way ! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@trisnaekowiyatnikawaii3860]

You read my mind, Justine Leconte ! I am in the middle of decluttering my wardrobe and trying to keep only the essentials pieces (about 55 pieces for a year). But kindly hard, because somehow the basics tend to be boring and take up my age. Your video help me so much to reach my goal in the fun way. Thank you so much and please do more this type of video.

[@justineleconte]

Ok!! 😊

[@halinameson2946]

Love your graphics. I too enjoyed playing with paper dolls as a girl. I would like them now too. A good way to visualize styling outfits. Bravo!

[@sheilathornton6313]

Always love your insightful perspective and info.

[@justineleconte]

💜

[@SR-mv2mf]

This is pretty genius!, thanks for breaking it down

[@ekaterinakozlovskaia8082]

Hi Justine. Thanks a lot for the video. Great tips! Love the animation! Very fresh!

[@anola2403]

Justine you are amazing 😍, I’m so happy I found you on KZbin 😊😊❤️❤️❤️🤗

[@georgiak6641]

Very helpful video!I have most of these things in my closet but I never thought of styling them that way. Thank you ❤

[@izzasabrine6835]

Another great video, Justine 😍 I've always been interested about fashion & I definitely have learned a lot from your channel. You're very smart & you've inspired me a lot! Lots of love from the Philippines. 😙

[@ShivangiPrasad]

Yet another great video with great content Justine! I love your attention to detail. Thank you so much! this was so helpful. Over the years, you've changed the way I think fashion💕

[@georgia6638]

I love these ideas! Especially how to look clean and professional while wearing flats. I have to walk a lot at work but I still want to look good so these are some great options! Thanks Justine! :)

[@margrettl5685]

Thank you for your deeply helpful styling tips, because you are so elegantly efficient for me!

[@76manimani]

You are so informative. I love your classy videos

[@vibhab191]

That was an amazing video! You inspire us so much Justine

[@AffinityForFashion]

Amazing as always.

[@betsysiegmund198]

Thank you, Justine. Lots of inspiration.

[@michellefrance3533]

Thanks Justine. Great tips. Love your videos x

[@roxannedevaney7138]

Always love your videos!!

[@santaabolina7235]

I really like your videos and how you speak. Very sweet, kind, informative and helpful. Often women in such type of videos are very silly but yours I can watch without getting irritated and they indeed are helpful.

[@reneeburns1354]

One of my favorite videos! You are so talented!

[@swanhill5759]

I love the concept of this video so much! They're such simple suggestions but can make a world of difference without you having to buy new pieces for your wardrobe.

[@leftybelle7022]

Rive gauche. Love it! Merci Justine.

[@matahari218]

Thank you so much for your tips! You've really helped me create a fall wardrobe I'm happy with

[@nikamikano3512]

I need more videos like this one because I often feel I'm stuck in a rut with my clothes. ❤

[@baileyondricek5041]

I LOVE this video. I really needed it. I keep looking at pictures of Emma Watson trying to figure out how she gets the edgy-classic balance down so well and I really need these kinds of styling tips!!! Please make more like this! You’re the best, Justine!

[@yellowapple30]

Yes! Thanks for this! I love wearing my basics in as many ways as possible. I also don’t object to a little polarizing element because I like that surprise.

[@ritagoedecke6574]

Thank you Justine, loved your video. It is always nice to see your smiling face.

[@kimlahiff2518]

Great video Justine, thank you 💕

[@mybagoftheday1722]

I am going to try some of your tips! Like wearing my new black leather pencil skirt with my masculine platform oxfords for sure. I really would like to experiment more by pairing unexpected combinations.

[@sanaa.2195]

the dancing pictures are hilarious!!!

[@lesleyscott2117]

Excellent video, thank you. Now to watch it again!

[@SSRaoLakshmi]

Just the ideas I was looking for... Thank you so much Justine. This one's a keeper in my playlist 💕

[@edenrobel9939]

Love watching as always 💕😍❤️

[@lindakirk2252]

Very good advice! I love all those wardrobe ideas. 💜💙👑

[@rochellevon2376]

I love the video! Thank you for showing the examples They're so helpful! Pease show more!

[@Foundingmother1]

Thank you for the videos, I always learn so much from you. I love pencil skirts but as alternative to those who do not want to emphasize hips or stomach, a line skirts in black and navy can be sophisticated to. I often watch your show just to feed more positive. You’re a treasure.

[@erikadancerqueen]

Love the idea about oxfords with skirt and adding statement jewelry to make a classic piece more edgy. I also love the sequin skirt idea and wearing black flat boot with a black pencil skirt. Love these videos. Keep it up. :-) I would love a video on a capsule wardrobe when traveling.

[@saidakarroum8725]

Ich habe das Video noch gar nicht gesehen, bin aber jetzt schon begeistert von der Idee! Justine, ich bin gespannt und zugleich weiß ich aber auch schon: es ist toll wie (fast ;-) immer und bestimmt genau mein Ding! Danke!!!

[@justineleconte]

Danke!!

[@georgiana1754]

I would wear the tailored shorts with some below knees socks, oxfords and a super feminine shirt to balance the otherwise boyish look. I like to wear the white button up shirt with a feminine bolo tie and a masculine blazer. The little black dress I usually wear in a full black outfit with a huge statement ring. For me the little black dress expresses power so the combination works great. White chino pants are one of my favorite pieces. I usually wear them with a white loose shirt and minimalistic black sandals and bag for some contrast. I really liked your suggestions as well, especially for the jersey skirt which I always fancied but never got to wear since it always seemed a little bit too casual.

[@kimberlyrobinson3992]

Love this video. Your ideas are always so good. I watch your videos and I feel like a have my own personal stylist! "Oh, no, salesperson, before I buy this from you, I must consult with my French stylist, Justine!"

[@gorejs8396]

Merci, Justine! Once again, you've presented extremely practical advice in a delightful, lighthearted way. Combining separates in fresh & imaginative ways, & changing the overall feeling of an outfit through thoughtful use of accessories & footwear is an art, & you've demonstrated here how much you can expand your wardrobe effortlessly. I happen to love pearls, but rarely wear them with dressy outfits. Instead, I like to wear them with tee shirts & casual styles. The purpose is not to make a casual outfit look dressier, but to add an element of surprise, a sartorial wink, to a casual look.

[@raquelkutsch8008]

Love the images!

[@racquelmp4783]

Thank you! I am starting at an office in 2 weeks and this is very helpful!!

[@elisekleinbauer4585]

Absolutley wonderful! I love that pencil skirt with the platforms, I've never thought about that kind of mixture before, but I definitely know what my next outfit will be! Thank you!

[@susanmurrell635]

Really liked, and learned from this video. Merci beaucoup, Justine.

[@ladyzakari2342]

Thank you, you are an inspirational teacher

[@michellecahill4512]

This was great! So much info in one video.

[@undergroundrougesociety7383]

You are the absolute best!

[@giulia2591]

Always inspiring!!

[@MarichkaKOK]

Thank you Justine for making this video! Ability to combine clothes chic and smart is definitely what I need. Enjoy your day :)

[@justineleconte]

You too!

[@MarichkaKOK]

[@sofiabibilaki7282]

Thank you for your unique point of view Justine! Practical advice is always welcome ;)

[@hajnalkacseke3944]

It was a very useful video, thank you Justine! :)

[@patriciamorris7453]

Love this!

[@JennyT101]

I loved this video!

[@Marcsika72]

Thank you, again a creative and very practical video

[@miska734]

I like your advice, it's cool that emanates peace from you .

[@1015SaturdayNight]

Ah, I love the platforms and pencil skirt! 😍

[@jelenaozgur8408]

Enjoyed the video. Very useful and resourceful. Great!

[@sinaendrulat5976]

Such a cool videoidea! i believe this is how i choose a lo of my outfits already beacause i don't like to look too classy.

[@alexandrafingleton7407]

Merci Justine. You have changed my life for the better. I really think about what I buy now and I had my colours done. It is so easy to get dressed now. Thank you.

[@justineleconte]

Very happy to hear it, thank you!!

[@deepashreenayak7059]

Loved this video! Would love to see more videos on styling! Also...i need to see this fringe skirt of yours!!!! 😃

[@magdakar4252]

Your videos and the presentation are unique and very informative! Thanks for sharing!

[@Off_the_clock_astrophysicist]

Definitely going to try the ethnic necklace with my favorite little black dress next time!

[@soooooooph]

I love doing this. My favourite thing is to wear a regular sundress or something frilly and feminine and combine it with studded boots/combat boots/those balenciaga cutaway boots, or my Ghost shirt (or any band shirt really) with a flouncy skirt

[@luciquik]

Such an inspiring video! Thanks for the ideas, Justine. I liked the tips on how to twist office outfits the most :)

[@FemmeExtravagance]

Justine, I love watching you! You truly are an inspiring mademoiselle

[@elizarline]

This is a good review of some classic pieces to keep in my closet (or find for it) :) Thank you! Time to go pencil skirt shopping 🙌

[@KinaYoshimoto]

I really liked this video, thank you Justine 💜😚

[@donajiblancaslezama9627]

Oh lovely¡ thank you Justine

[@adopv]

Thanks Justine !

[@VHPINC]

Extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@bahavamoss8372]

Thank you. In the office I would wear oxfords with pencil skirts. Most everyone found it odd. But not the young ones. They liked it. I don't like wearing heels or flats at work. Oxfords give me comfort. And well, I certainly look different from everyone else.

[@monm4799]

The video is super fun to watch! And all the tips are useful 😍😘

[@justineleconte]

Thanks!

[@rochalleracine]

Loved the video! Gracias

[@Slivings911]

I love these ideas. I especially like the biker/buckled boots with feminine pencil skirt. And I agree that pearls and black dress are very boring. Save the pearls for denim. :-) And I love tailored shorts as an office option. We did those, too, years ago. I love them in a winter fabric with opaque tights. Very cute. ❤

[@sofiakarakosta50]

I always match my jersey skirts with my biker studded boots! I'm so happy it was in your list, Justine! 😊😊

[@ludchunn]

Hello, Justine! I love your channel, and this video has been my favorite one yet! You basically taught people how to use my personal rule of thumb to style my basics, but I love that the only one I thought of the same combo as you was the skirt with the combat boots. Otherwise, I just saw new ways of styling the pieces that I had never thought of. Loved it!!

[@jodycourt]

This was good. I was wanting something like this from you. More would be good! Thanks.

[@ellakolesnikova]

i just love to mix the "formal" and "informal".. not only in fashion (btw), so it feels/ looks like avant-garde_style!

[@wtv12345678]

Justine I loved this video as always but i just HAD to tell you your HAIR LOOKS SOOOOOO PRETTY TODAY its so shiny I love it