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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Helen Seamons

The ultimate men’s capsule wardrobe: the only 22 items you’ll ever need

Neatly organised men’s closet
A streamlined, trend-free wardrobe will save you time and money. Photograph: Kate Kunz/Corbis/Getty Images

A capsule wardrobe can seem like a fashion unicorn: a nice idea but impossible in reality. But what if you could clear out the clutter and strip everything back to a hard-working core edit that will see you through (most) of life’s sartorial eventualities? What would that wardrobe look like and how do you go about achieving it?

Simon Chilvers spoke to menswear experts to hone a list of essential pieces into the sharpest edit. Follow their tips on what to invest in, from tailoring and classic knitwear to denim and the failsafe white T-shirt. The result is a streamlined, trend-free zone that will save you time and money. Here’s a handy guide to the key pieces to have in your closet.

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