9 Luxury Capsule-Wardrobe Pieces for Spring—According to a Fashion Editor

Curating a luxury capsule wardrobe for spring isn’t about buying more—it’s about buying better.

As someone who leans towards a more classic aesthetic, I’ve learnt that the right wardrobe foundations can make all the difference. I love brands like Toteme, Khaite, and The Row for their ability to strike the perfect balance between timeless and modern pieces, and I always look to designers like Daniel Lee at Burberry and Matthieu Blazy at Bottega Veneta for inspiration on how to refine the essentials. Whether it’s the perfect lightweight spring jacket, a well-cut pair of jeans or the ultimate white T-shirt, curating a capsule wardrobe of luxe, considered pieces means getting dressed becomes effortless, without sacrificing style.

But I’ll be the first to admit that I also love a good high-street gem; there’s a certain thrill in finding a great piece at an affordable price. But if there’s one thing I know, it’s that when it comes to wardrobe staples, quality matters. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve bought a cheap T-shirt, only for it to lose its shape after one wash. Meanwhile, the designer trench coat I invested in years ago? It’s still as perfect as the day I bought it. Craftspersonship, high-quality fabrics and timeless design set luxury pieces apart, and when you’re building a capsule wardrobe, those elements are everything.

The spring/summer 2025 runways made one thing clear: classic dressing isn’t going anywhere. At The Row, we saw shirting and refined tailoring that looked effortlessly put together. Burberry leaned into classic British heritage with reworked trenches and streamlined tailoring, and Bottega Veneta continued its quiet mastery of luxury leather goods, along with subtly elevated basics that feel anything but ordinary. Even at Chloé, where bohemian silhouettes reign supreme, we saw an emphasis on long-lasting, considered pieces such as flowing maxi dresses, cotton blouses and structured bags that transcend seasons. The message? The best wardrobes aren’t about fleeting trends, but well-chosen staples that work year after year.

It wouldn’t be fair to talk about a well-edited luxury wardrobe without a shoutout to fashion’s favourite New Yorker, Carrie Bradshaw. Sure, she was the queen of an impulse purchase (ahem, purple feathered wedding dress), but let’s not forget how often she re-wore her most beloved pieces. From her vintage fur coat to her Manolo Blahnik heels, her wardrobe was filled with forever pieces—exactly what a luxury capsule wardrobe for spring is all about.