Plus Size Summer Work Capsule – Part 1

Today I give you the first part of my 2023 plus size summer work capsule wardrobe. 

And in case you missed it, I posted a plus size summer work capsule last year. 

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule – Part 1

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Alexa Webb

As Always, a Disclaimer

Let me preface this with what I regularly say when creating a capsule:  I am NOT a minimalist.   

If you’re looking for a minimalist capsule, I’m not your girl. 

I am an unapologetic clothes horse.  Every closet in my house, plus a spare bedroom, plus half of my dining room, is full of clothes!  (I need an intervention.)

So this is a collection of ‘mix and match’ outfit ideas for spring and summer work wear.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Alexa Webb

Outfits 1 – 5

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Button Down Shirt, Coral Pink Pants and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

This floral print shirt can be worn with any of the bottoms.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Button Down Shirt, Beige Trousers and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Wear the navy flats or beige flats with the navy skirt

But, I prefer the navy flats with the navy pants to elongate the leg.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Button Down Shirt, Navy Trousers and Raffia Flats- Alexa Webb

Outfits 6 – 9

Switch things up and play with the other floral printed shirt.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Button Down Shirt, Fuchsia Pants and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Dress codes & Sandals

The second issue I know will be discussed is: where are the sandals?

After all, it is summer!

When it comes to sandals, let me start with saying something no one likes: sandals always look less professional than a closed-toe flat or heel.

In fact, some might argue that open-toes and sandals are inappropriate for work, especially in a business casual or professional setting.

But every organization has a dress code so I’d use that as the guide.

Some workplaces don’t allow open-toed shoes.  And sometimes it’s about safety.

I’ve worked at places where we had to wear “shoes you can run in.”

Yes, I have had MANY interesting jobs.  And yes, I’ve heard the phrase “we’ve got a runner” in the workplace.  Lol.

So for this post, I’ll be showing flats.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Button Down Shirt, Beige Trousers and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Button Down Shirt, Navy Trousers and Raffia Flats- Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Button Down Shirt, Navy Pencil Skirt and Raffia Flats- Alexa Webb

Outfits 10 – 15

You might remember this striped top from this post.  It is one of my favorites.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Striped Top, Fuchsia Pants and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

It goes well with all of the bottoms in this capsule.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Striped Top, Coral Pink Pants and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

I switched up the earrings to include these pink ones and these coral ones to add more color.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Striped Top, Beige Trousers and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Striped Top, Navy Trousers and Navy Raffia Flats- Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Striped Top, Navy Pencil Skirt and Navy Raffia Flats- Alexa Webb

Outfits 16 – 20

Go all pink with a pink cashmere top.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Pink Cashmere Top, Fuchsia Pants, and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Pink Cashmere Top, Coral Pink Pants, and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Pink Cashmere Top, Beige Trousers, and Tory Burch Ballet Flats - Alexa Webb

Pink and navy is a classic combination!  Love it!

Part 2 coming soon!  Please make sure you’re subscribed to get notification right in your inbox.

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule – Part 1

Plus Size Summer Work Capsule - Part 1 - A plus size capsule wardrobe for summer business casual offices. Bright colors and navy make the outfits fun but appropriate. Alexa Webb

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6 thoughts on “Plus Size Summer Work Capsule – Part 1

  1. What a great summer capsule!! I have been waiting for this one!! I love everything about the outfits–Keep em’ coming. I can’t wait for part 2!!

    Thanks,

    A;lexa

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