Summer 2025 Capsule Wardrobe: My Post-GLP-1 Style Refresh
When building a summer capsule wardrobe, versatility is key—and that includes your bottoms. While I’m featuring shorts in this post, every piece can easily be swapped for capris, skirts, or whatever suits your style and comfort best. The goal is to have a few go-to options that mix and match effortlessly with your summer tops and layers. Whether you're headed to the farmer’s market, meeting friends for brunch, or packing for vacation, these foundational bottoms will keep you cool, comfortable, and stylish all season long.
After losing 60 pounds on GLP-1 medications, I found myself standing in front of a closet that no longer reflected who I was. While I celebrated the changes in my body, I also realized that getting dressed felt overwhelming. Nothing fit quite right, and decision fatigue was real. So, I made a plan: a total wardrobe overhaul, starting with a capsule collection that would simplify my mornings and help me feel more confident every day.
Creating a capsule wardrobe has changed everything. I now have fewer pieces, but each one serves a purpose. Everything fits, flatters, and works together. Here’s what I included in my Summer 2025 capsule—divided into Tops, Layers, Bottoms, and Shoes.
Tops & Dresses
Tops are the foundation of any capsule wardrobe, and for summer, I’m all about pieces that feel effortless, breathable, and versatile. Whether you’re dressing up or keeping it casual, a strong lineup of tees, blouses, and lightweight layers gives you plenty of styling options. After losing 60 lbs on GLP-1 meds, I needed to rebuild my wardrobe—and starting with go-to tops helped simplify every outfit decision. These are the staples I reach for on repeat.
Striped Tshirt
Old Navy, EveryWear Crew-Neck Striped T-Shirt
Gap, Organic Cotton VintageSoft T-Shirt
Madewell, Cotton Perfect Crewneck Tee
J Crew Facorty , Striped ribbed crewneck tee
Classic white t-shirt
Everlane, The Box-Cut Tee in Essential Cotton
Banana Republic, Timeless Crew-Neck T-Shirt
Old Navy, Luxe Crew-Neck T-Shirt
Quince, 100% Organic Cotton Boxy Crewneck Tee
Pink Solid Tee
Old Navy, Vintage T-shirt
J Crew Factory, Short-sleeve girlfriend crewneck tee
Gap, Organic Cotton VintageSoft T-Shirt
LL Bean, Women’s T-Shirts
Yellow Solid Tee
Gap, Flutter Sleeve
Evelane, Cozy Rib
Quince, Cashmere Tee
Old Navy, Bestee Crop
Solid Blue Tee
Gap, Flutter Sleeve
Madewell, Cotton Perfect
Everlane, The Box-Cut Tee
Old Navy, Bestee Crop
Printed Floral Tee
Gap, Crepe Flutter Sleeve
Amazon, Bright Green Print
Amazon, Boho Short Sleve
Printed Floral Dress
HM, Mama before & after
Pact, Fit & Flare
Old Navy, Fit & Flare Linen
Madwell, Cap Sleeve
Summer Black Dress
Quince, Tencel Jersey
Pact, Fit & Flare
Old Navy, Flutter Sleeve
Summer Layers
Even in the summer, layering pieces is key—especially for those cool mornings, breezy evenings, or over-air-conditioned buildings. I love lightweight options that don’t feel bulky but still add polish and practicality. These are the three summer-friendly layers I rely on to transition any look from morning coffee runs to sunset walks.
Demin jacket
J Crew Factory, New Classic Denim Jacket
Old Navy, Classic Jean Jacket
Quince, Organic Cottn Oversized Jacket
Anthropologie, Weston Denim
Linen Jacket
Amazon, Women’s Crochet Cardigan
Amazon, Styleword spring cardigan
Amazon, Women’s summer cardigan
Old Navy, Live-in Open Cardigan
Light Summer Cardigan
J Crew Factory: Linen-blend
Quince, European Structured Blazer
American Eagle, Linen-Blend Blazer
Summer Bottoms
Comfort, versatility, and confidence—that’s what I look for in summer bottoms. Whether you’re a shorts lover or prefer capris or skirts, having a small variety of core pieces makes it easy to mix and match with everything else in your wardrobe. These are the bottom styles I’ve added to my closet post-weight loss, and they make getting dressed feel simple and streamlined.
White bottoms
Old Navy, High-waisted Linen Blend
Jcrew, Lucia Shorts
Gap, 365 Low Rise
Light wash denim
Old Navy, Curvy High-Waisted OG
Madewell, Perfect Vintage Mid-Length
Everlane, Cheeky Jean Short
Medium wash denim
Old Navy, Curvy High-Waisted OG
Madewell, Perfect Vintage Mid-Legnth
Everlane, Cheeky Jean Short
Dark wash denim
Everlane, Cheeky Jean Short
Jcrew, High Rise Denim Shorts
Levis, High Rise Denim
Black bottoms
Everlane, Cheeky Jean Shorts
Old Navy, Curvy High-Waisted
Madewell, Perfect Vintage Mid-Length
Summer Shoes
Summer shoes should work just as hard as the rest of your wardrobe—offering comfort, style, and flexibility. From errands to events, having a few great pairs on hand can take you anywhere. I’ve narrowed it down to three go-with-everything options that support my capsule approach without sacrificing personality.
Neutral sandals
Birkenstock USA, Madrid Big Buckle
Steve Madden, Hayden
Cole Hann, Flynn Flat Sandal
Amazon, Rihero Sandals
Sneakers
Nike, Court Legacy Lift
Adias, Sambas
New Balance, 574
Solid color sandals
The Drop, Women’s Monica Flat
Madden Girl, Hayden
Amazon, Athmile Braid
Rebuilding my wardrobe after weight loss has been empowering. This Summer 2025 capsule has made getting dressed something I look forward to instead of dread. Everything fits, everything works together, and most importantly—it all feels like me. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your closet or navigating a post-weight-loss transition, I highly recommend starting here. It’s not about having less, it’s about having the right pieces that support your life and your style.
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