I've made it almost two months on my very first summer capsule wardrobe. I think it's time for a bit of reflection. What worked, what doesn't, what are my thoughts going forward.

What's working?

• I am constantly hot, so having a good supply of tanks and shorts has been great.
• I broke the rules and bought a white button down and am very happy that I did. It's great for throwing on over a tank before the temperature gets really high.
• I find myself going back to the same few pieces weekly. These pieces should definitely be the basis of my new wardrobe.

This green dress is my absolute favorite. I bought it from a Stitch Fix box right after Arthur was born. It cost more than I usually am comfortable with, but I haven't regretted this buy at all. Overall it's a great pattern and shape for me. Plus the fabric and structure are very forgiving while I attempt to lose some weight. I will be able to wear this even if actually get 20 pounds lighter. And bonus! It's a short dress that isn't a mini dress on me.

The white tank with dip dye bottom is a super comfortably piece. I'm pretty sure this is the shirt I wear the most. I have to wear a tank underneath which isn't ideal, but I love the fabric and shape. I need more fuller coverage tank tops.

This Modcloth purchase were another fairly expensive piece for me, but I love it. It's thin (must wear something underneath) but keeps a great shape. And I love the fun colorful pattern. This specific shirt comes in multiple other patterns and colors. I may just have to buy another if they go on sale soon.

My second favorite tank: orange pattern one. It's lightweight but thick enough that I don't have to wear a tank under. The pattern and colors are perfect for summer. And it's a very flattered cut on me. Win Win!

Lastly, these jean shorts are perfect for summer! They are long enough that I feel comfortable and they fit great. I can't believe they are Sonoma brand from Kohl's. I never think to shop there but one a whim I went in in April. Perfect cut for me. I will have to revisit for pants this fall.

What isn't working?

• The pieces below are probably going to go into the Goodwill bag at the end of August unless something drastically changes. They don't fit quite right or just aren't my style. These are the types of pieces that I will keep in mind to not buy next time I shop.
  • White tank - collar is funky, very see through.
  • Plaid shirt - super old, little tight, little smelly.
  • Navy pattern blouse -- Too short, see through, tie annoys me
  • Pink blouse -- Shrunk a bit and in weird places
  • Stripe blouse -- Tight around my stomach causing weird bunching and tugging
  • Olive capris -- Waistband constantly rolls down

Thoughts going forward:

• Still looking for a good comfortable pair of brown sandals. The ones I bought are hard on my feet and are already scuffed.
• I need to make a list next month of pieces I would love to have for my wardrobe.
• I also need to think about what I want to do for fall. I may take a season off and come back to it in winter... But this decision requires more thought.
• I'm debating about renewing my Stitch Fix shipments come fall. Maybe having a stylist offer me pieces will help finding stuff I love instead of buying things because they are cheap and convenient.