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The Earthtone Capsule Wardrobe

The Earthtone Capsule Wardrobe

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The Earthtone Capsule is a super-versatile wardrobe package that can do just about everything (from business to casual) and is based on two of our favorite colors: brown and green. Even simple, easy outfits are instantly elevated with these beautiful colors and timeless textures.

As with all of our capsules, these items are designed to be mixed-and-matched together, to give you lots of different outfits for different occasions.

First we'll take a look at the 12 items.

Then I'll show you how you can get 30+ different outfits - for different oiccasions - by combining only these 12 pieces.

12 Items

1. The Fall River Coat

Men's wool plaid double-breasted overcoat in dark brown with classic style - Articles of Style

The Fall River coat is a heavy-duty overcoat made from a thick and sturdy English wool in a beautiful earthtone glenplaid. This coat is designed to be dressed-up (over tailoring), dressed-down (over casual wear), or anywhere in between.

2. Charles Jacket

Men’s houndstooth wool blazer for fall menswear capsule wardrobe from Articles of Style

The Charles jacket is a classic houndstooth jacket made from a beautiful wool and cashmere fabric in tones of khaki, brown and forest green. It's designed to be a go-to Fall jacket that will open up your wardrobe from business to casual.

3. Everyday Oxford Shirt in Khaki

Folded beige button-down dress shirt for men’s versatile wardrobe, Articles of Style.

The Everyday Oxford shirt is our version of the iconic "OCBD" (oxford cloth button-down), a cult favorite in American menswear. Cut a little shorter and designed to be worn tucked or untucked, you simply won't find a shirt that is more versatile or harder-working.

4. Rucker Jacket in Forest

Dark green wool blazer for men’s capsule wardrobe by Articles of Style.

The Rucker jacket is a classic go-to jacket made from a 4-season worsted wool with stretch. It's comfortbale (lightweight, very easy to move around in) and super versatile - perfect for building a capsule wardrobe. Pair it with the matching pant and vest to have the option to wear it as a suit.

5. Rucker Pant in Forest

Dark green dress pants for men’s tailored wardrobe - Articles of Style

The Rucker pant is a classic go-to pant made from a 4-season worsted wool with stretch. These are comfortable (lightweight, very easy to move around in) and super versatile. Perfect for building a capsule wardrobe. Pair them with the matching jacket and vest to have the option to wear them as a suit.

6. Rucker Vest in Forest

Dark green wool vest as part of men’s three-piece suit for timeless style - Articles of Style

The Rucker vest is a classic go-to vest made from a 4-season worsted wool with stretch. It's comfortbale (lightweight, very easy to move around in) and super versatile - perfect for building a capsule wardrobe. Pair it with the matching jacket and pant to have the option to wear it as a suit.

7. Woody Shirt

Green striped dress shirt for men - tailored capsule wardrobe, Articles of Style

The Woody shirt is a classic 4-season shirt made from a pure cotton fabric in a timeless pencil stripe pattern. The tight, subtle stripe makes it effortless to pair with a wide range of colors, patterns and fabrics.

8. Richard Polo in Oatmeal

Beige cashmere polo sweater for men’s earth-tone wardrobe - Articles of Style

The Richard is classic, stylish and comfortable long-sleeve polo shirt. We took a retro polo shape, updated the fit and modernized it in luxury Egyptian cotton that's soft, breathable and perfect for everyday style.

9. Chico Pant in Stone

Beige dress pants for men’s versatile capsule wardrobe by Articles of Style

The Chico pant is a casual everyday pant made from a stretch cotton fabric that is built for versatility, durability, and everyday style.

10. Crawford Cardigan in Camel

Brown knit cardigan sweater for men’s earth-tone capsule wardrobe - Articles of Style.

The Crawford is a chunky cardigan sweater in a beefy 2x2 ribbed merino wool that is warm, elegant and delightfully cozy. It's slightly oversized, making it perfect for wearing on its own or layered under a coat or jacket. With both function and style, it will be hard to find a sweater that can do more than this.

11. Ultimate Cashmere Scarf in Vicuna

Men's tan cashmere scarf folded and styled against a neutral background - Articles of Style

There is nothing like a pure cashmere scarf - especially when it's made from a premium 2-ply Italian cashmere and finely knit by experts like our Brooklyn knitting factory. This scarf is cloud-like soft, super stylish and warm and cozy without being overly bulky.

You can wear it with everything in your wardrobe from suits to sweats, and you will look forward to grabbing it on your way out the door. Some things are simply a joy to wear - and this is at the top of the list. The ultimate cashmere scarf also makes a beautiful gift.

12. Mini Paisley Tie in Rust

Brown silk tie with floral pattern - classic men’s accessory from Articles of Style

A pure silk tie in rust with a mini paisely pattern. Wear it with browns, khaki, greens and pale greys.


30+ Outfits

1. Simple business casual

Man wearing dark green trousers and mint green shirt, standing with his young daughter, showcasing family-friendly men's fashion.

Sometimes all you need is a great shirt and trouser. Consider this an easy "base" - to layer it up you can add either jacket, the coat, the cardigan, etc.

2. A little more professional

Stylish man dressed in a mint green shirt, brown patterned tie, and dark green trousers, posing against a neutral background.

Add the tie to make it a little more professional.

3. Warm weather tailoring

Man wearing a dark green vest, brown tie, and green trousers in a classic earth-tone ensemble for refined men's style.

If it's too warm for a full suit, go with just the vest and trouser - one of my favorite tailored looks for the Spring and Summer.

4. The full monty

Man in a full three-piece dark green suit with a brown tie and white pocket square, epitomizing timeless men's fashion.

When the occasion calls for it - a special event, business meeting, wedding, etc - bust out the full three-piece.

5. Winter version

Man showcasing a brown plaid double-breasted overcoat layered over a dark green suit for a classic, fall-ready look.

For colder days, through the coat over it.

Close-up of a man in a brown plaid double-breasted overcoat, paired with a mint shirt and brown tie for a polished, layered style.

6. Seperate it

Man buttoning a khaki-houndstooth jacket with earthtone green striped shirt, rust orange tie, and forest green trouser

Switch the suit jacket for the Charles sportcoat to make the look a little more business casual.

Detailed shot of a man's brown plaid sport coat, featuring a brown tie and mint green striped shirt for a sophisticated look.

7. Cozy layer

Man layered in a brown plaid overcoat, camel cardigan, and mint green shirt for a versatile and stylish fall ensemble.

The cardigan - in the place of a jacket - makes for an easy, comfortbale look that is perfect for the office, a date, or a stylish weekend.

8. Layer it up

Full-length shot of a man in a brown plaid overcoat, paired with dark green trousers and brown Chelsea boots, embodying classic earth-tone menswear.

Again the coat can go over every combo.

camel cardigan and mind green striped shirt for an earthtone menswear look

9. Untucked & easy

Man wearing a beige button-up shirt, dark green trousers, and brown suede boots, styled for a relaxed and modern men's fashion look.

Our RTW shirts are designed to be tucked-in or worn untucked. Keeping it untucked makes the look easy, casual and laidback.

10. Suit no tie

Men's green suit paired with a beige shirt, brown suede boots, and pocket square for an elegant formal ensemble.

The suit with an open collar is a smooth look that is perfect for the office, a restaurant or an evening out.

11. Jacket swap

Man in a brown patterned blazer, beige shirt, and dark green trousers, styled for a smart-casual men's outfit.

To make it more casual, swap the Rucker jacket for the Charles. The texture, pattern and overall softness make the look more leisurely.

12. Makeshift three-piece

Stylish men's outfit with a tan cardigan layered over a beige shirt, paired with dark green trousers and brown suede boots.

Using the cardigan in the place of the Ruckervest is a smooth way to make the suit more stylish and casual.

Modern layered men's outfit featuring a green suit jacket, tan cardigan, and beige shirt for a versatile fashion look.

13. Mr Rogers chic

Classic men's style with a tan cardigan, brown tie, and green trousers, perfect for fall fashion.

The cardigan with the shirt and tie is "business casual" at its finest.

14. No brainer

Sophisticated green suit with a brown patterned tie and white pocket square, designed for timeless men's fashion.

Proof that a dark green suit can do everything that a navy and charcoal one can do.

Close-up of a green suit showcasing fine tailoring, a brown patterned tie, and white pocket square for men's formalwear.

15. Sport suit

Men's brown patterned blazer paired with a beige shirt and brown tie, styled for an elegant formal occasion.

The Charles jacket is soft and causal, but sharply tailored enough for any shirt and tie combo.

16. Easy breeze

Casual men's style with a dark green vest, beige shirt, and dark green trousers, perfect for smart layering

The vest and trouser combo will set you apart from the rest. This is why we say always add the vest!

17. All day everyday

en's fashion outfit with dark green trousers, off-white long-sleeve polo, and brown suede boots.

Not sure what to wear?  Start with the polo and trouser - a simple combo that is appropriate for a wide range of occasions.

en's fashion outfit with dark green trousers, off-white long-sleeve polo, and brown suede boots.

18. Casual suit

Men's dark green tailored suit with an off-white dress shirt, styled with sunglasses and brown boots.

Add the jacket over the polo for a casual take on the suit.

19. Leisure tailoring

Men's houndstooth check blazer paired with dark green trousers and a cream polo.

Date night? Dinner? Drinks? Sportport + polo + trouser. Smart, comfy, easy.

20. Office flow

Men's camel cardigan layered with a cream polo and green trousers for a smart-casual outfit

Layering knits (like a cardigan over a polo) is a secret to a smooth, comfortbale, casual look.

21. Coat & scarf over everything

Men's brown plaid double-breasted overcoat styled with a camel scarf and light grey trousers.

The coat and scarf are hand-picked to go over every combo - and heavy enough for harsh winter days.

Men's brown plaid double-breasted overcoat styled with a camel scarf and light grey trousers.

22. Spring/Summer base

Sinple monochrome beige look with a cream knit polo and beige trousers

The best part of this capsule wardrobe is that it spans all 4 seasons. In the Spring & Summer the polo + chinos will be one of your go-to combos.

23. Transition into Fall

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When Fall rolls around, simply add the coat and scarf. The neutral tones allow all of these pieces to be "seasonless".

24. Gradual transition

Man wearing a khaki houndstooth suit jacket with a cream knit polo, beige knit wool scarf, and beige trousers

If it's not cold enough for the coat,  go with the wool & cashmere jacket as a "lightweight outerwear" piece.

25. Suit jacket = sportcoat

Man wearing a forest green suit jacket, cream knit polo, beige

All of our suit jackets are softly constructed (no shoulder pads, lighweight chest canvas) which allows you to wear them as sportcoats. This is key to creating a versatile and functional capsule. 

26. Take me anywhere

Man wearing a forest green suit jacket, beige knit polo, and beige trousers with suede chelsea boots

The Rucker jacket + polo + chinos is a simple combo that you can wear just about anywhere and be stylish and appropriate.

27. Work from home

Close-up of a man wearing a cream knit polo shirt tucked into tailored beige trousers, a modern men's fashion look.

Trade your "down day" hoodie and sweats for this combo and watch what happens.

28. Layered version

Down day, but cooler out.

A man styled in cream trousers with a cream knit polo shirt and brown Chelsea boots for a relaxed modern look.

29. Underrated combo

A man styled in a tweed blazer with beige trousers, a mint striped shirt, and brown suede boots for a smart-casual outfit.

The green shirt adds just enough color to make any simple combo stand out.

30. Split it up

Man wearing a mint green striped shirt, forest green suit jacket, and beige trousers, for a casual earthtone menswear look

4-season business casual.

31. With or without the tie

Man buttoning jis forest green jacket, wearing a mint striped shirt, orange tie, and khaki trousers

You can always add the tie - to any combo - to amp it up a bit.

32. Either shirt

Man wearing a forest green suit jacket, rust orange tie, khaki ofxord shirt, and beige trousers for earthtone capsule from Articles of Style

Same look, different shirt.

33. Either jacket

Man wearing khaki coordinated menswear outfit, featuring a houndstooth jacket and oxford shirt

Same look, different jacket.


SHOP THE CAPSULE

Capsule Collage from Articles of Style of the Earthtone Capsule for menswear looks and styling

There are even more outfits you could create with just these 12 pieces, but I think you get the idea.

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Need some help with your wardrobe?

I can create a custom capsule wardrobe just for you - so you can dress with style for every occasion in your life.

Book a zoom appointment with me.

I look forward to working with you!

Yours in style,

Dan Trepanier


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