Dorm room closets are short on space, so capsule wardrobes based on neutral tones are a smart choice for college women.

When we hear the term neutrals in fashion, our minds tend to think of classic black, navy, white, and grey. However, if you have a girly or classically feminine sense of style, you may already be familiar with a different set of neutral tones — as I like to call them, the “feminine neutrals.”

If you aren’t already familiar with them, today’s post will break down exactly what feminine neutrals are and how you can use them to create a polished capsule wardrobe that has a sweet and girly vibe.

Psst: Is your style more classic than feminine? Check out our guide to a chic capsule wardrobe for school, work, and class. Also, see our general guide on how to build a wardrobe.

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What Are Feminine Neutrals?

Feminine neutrals, as I like to define them, include beige, blush, white, and tan/light brown. Occasionally a dove grey or powder blue will spill in to freshen up the palette. What makes these colors classically feminine is that they’re light, soft, and delicate.

Unlike black and navy, feminine neutrals are more gentle on the eyes. However, they’re still strong enough to act as base colors for an outfit (and wardrobe). 

As I’ve honed my sense of style over the years, I’ve begun to build my entire closet around these tones. Sticking to this palette every time I went shopping eventually created a feminine, simple, and trendy capsule wardrobe.

Now that I’ve built this capsule wardrobe, getting dressed is incredibly easy. That’s because everything in my closet matches everything else.

For instance, on days when I have early classes, I know I can throw on white jeans, a blush top, and my go-to sneakers and look cute. And if the weather is chilly, opting for a sweater instead or adding a cardigan is simple. All my sweaters and cardigans work with all of my outfits. This allows for much more time and enjoyment in the mornings!