I was wanting to cover this particular topic quiet long time, also, (highly requested by our readers) and one of my favorite subjects when I talk about the basic steps of “styling”.
While we undoubtedly wear a variety of clothing and accessories each season, there are often a few specific items that tend to get the most mileage. These are the pieces that become mainstays, you know those special staples that we wore over and over again and are constantly styled in a multitude of ways. The start of a new season is often synonymous with change, whether it’s to improve personal routines, setting and manifesting goals or even a sartorial shift.
The classics: white t-shirts, crewneck sweaters, trench coats, tailored trousers, chic sneakers and items that have earned their spot as a wardrobe essential recently: knit dresses, ballet flats, sleeveless knits, menswear-inspired loafers, and more is coming at you if you scroll along. It’s fashion we are obsessed with, after all!!
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The Crisp White Poplin
A white button-up shirt is a total must have that’s sure to come in handy no matter one’s individual style. A total solid wardrobe foundation, keep them in your wardrobe rotation.
The Tailored Trouser
A relaxed fit trouser makes almost any outfit look effortless and pleated grey pair goes with absolutely everything.
All Purpose Knitwear
Cashmere crewnecks are better when it comes to knitwear, wear them alone with your jeans to the office, or layer them into your winter outfits. Colors to go for: neutral and navy, truly a year-round staple.
Chic Sneakers
Every shoe collection needs a pair of lifestyle trainers and Nike’s retro Daybreak sneakers check all of the boxes from practicality, comfort and a vintage aesthetic. Also, the Adidas Gazelles are timeless style to go with any outfit.
Practical Carryall
The durable carryall is one of those items that finds itself perfectly balanced between practical and chic, the ideal companion for both office days and commutes in between weekend getaways.
The Basic Turtleneck
The foundational heroes of a cold-weather wardrobe, they are warm, sophisticated and stylish when worn on their own or layered. Make sure to have more than just one in all basic shades.
Leather Blazer
A luxurious leather blazer offers up a similar twist on the classics like the structured ones, style these staples with a sleek trouser or even over a fabulous daytime dress.
Minimalist Hoops
Search for the chunky but not too chunky hoop is over, the small gold hoops are low-key enough for everyday wear and equally appropriate for, everything else.
Classic Striped Tee
An 1858 regulation introduced the striped tee to the official wardrobe of quartermasters and sailors in French Navy. Since then, it’s become a symbol of timeless French fashion and very important element in many fashions insider’s closets.
Quilted Shell Jacket
The style got popular as a courtesy of brands like Everlane and Toteme, for those lucky enough to live in warmer climates, wear a quilted liner all on its own over a crisp button-up or lightweight sweater, and for those dressing for the winter weather, try new quilted shell as a layering piece underneath an oversized coat.
Understated Shades
A stylish pair of all-black sunglasses are the epitome of timeless chic. Celine eyewear’s retro black sunnies flatter any face shape, while Ray-Ban Wayfarers are tried, and true classic often seen style.
Tubular Top
On the Fall2022 runways, it was about all things tubular, body-hugging tube tops, and tube dresses. Try the trend for the upcoming holiday season.
Suit Vest
The suit vest is one of many wardrobe staples to invest in during cold weather, once a classic menswear garment, the best suit vests for women are reimagined in chic, flattering silhouettes that add a depth of formality to any outfit.
Invisible Underwear
Skims undergarments have become an instant hit, do you agree? they are genuinely comfortable, lay perfectly flat and are offered in a wide range of sizes and colors, Commando’s set is the best way to maximize foundational wardrobe pieces.
Stylish Sweatsuit
Sweatsuits have long been accepted as more than just clothes for going to and from the gym. That said, loungewear should be presentable for both indoor and outdoor wear.
Party-Ready Mini
The sparkly black mini dress will definitely secure your spot on the best dressed list, metallics are also in this winter and in a big way, you never know when you will need a party dress so, why not keep one handy?
Colorful Puffer
Despite its sporty origins, the puffer has quickly become one of the most important outerwear pieces, designers are taking their spin on the trend to tried and true classics like from The North Face and Moncler.
Ribbed Tank
Elevated versions of basic items like tank tops and t-shirts have the power to transform your outfits. ribbed tanks will channel the simplicity of the ’90s. For added polish with minimal effort, layer it under a blazer.
Menswear-inspired Loafer
The black leather loafer is as iconic as it is classic, the horsebit loafer has been the no.1 seller from the house of Gucci for decades, for a bit of a contrast choose black and white leather combination.
Little Black Slip Dress
Wear these’90s inspired staples with a plain white tee or a cozy sweater or dress it up for one of the many weddings you will be attending this holiday season.
Personalized Pendant
A charming pendent necklace is unexpectedly flattering and feels substantive without overwhelming your neckline. Choose one with inherent meaning such as, dainty gold name-plate necklaces.
Evening Bag
A clutch, pouch or mini bag is still an essential in our eyes, you can’t go wrong with crystal embellished bag option, be it for a date night, wedding ceremony or a black-tie event.
Sleeveless Sweater
The most underrated wardrobe staple of all is the classic knit vest, like cashmere or turtleneck version. From the high street to the ultra-luxe, designers are also leaning into the sleeveless style. Throw on over your favorite white tee or sleek button-up, this is a garment that has fully completed its happy transformation from geek to chic.
Timeless Trench
An updated trench for your consideration? the timeless beige outerwear instantly elevates any outfit with its ever so slightly oversized silhouette. draping cotton trench is the easiest way to keep your in-between seasons wardrobe looking fresh.
Plain White Tee
If you are going to buy just one item from many must-haves from this list, make it the perfect plain white tee. Try the padded version, no further explanation necessary.
Fashion Flat
Flats don’t have to be boring, small details go a long way when it comes to the flat shoe. The style was a top trending item this New York fashion week.
Go-to Black Leggings
The ideal middle ground between workout attire and formal workwear, consider a pair of black leggings that aren’t for working out. With zips, slits, flares or stirrups, leggings with elevated details have improved the wearability of stretchy black pants. They could even compete with a pair of trousers, it can be the foundation for your favorite white tee, shirts, trench coats and more.
Knit Dress
Knit dresses are certified forever classics, ribbed knit styles are the key to maximum style with minimal effort, try one with heeled boots, and accessories.
Blue Denim
No wardrobe is complete without a pair of classic blue denim, whether you shop them new or vintage, a high-waisted straight leg pair in an easy blue wash is certainly the wear-everywhere denim you will never get sick of. ’90s high waists are heavy hitter wear with a pair of heels.
Structured Blazer
Feminine and masculine all at once, rounded-shouldered, pinstripe blazer is the definition of bonafide cool, also the double-breasted styles look elegant.
Adaptable Silk Scarf
Wear it in your hair, around the neck, as a belt, as a top, as a bag charm, silk scarves can play many roles in the wardrobe, make sure you have got one.
Classic Crossbody
Everyone needs a sophisticated day bag that fits not only the essentials, but the style of a wearer, black leather and gold hardware shoulder bag feels both modern and vintage, ensuring it as a timeless investment, to lean into the late autumnal aesthetic, brown crossbody is a minimalist’s dream.
Weekend Pajamas
Polished yet ultra-comfortable sets are favorite among the fashion lovers, get dressed up for bed with striped and piped set of pajamas.
The Swimsuit
Swimsuit is a must have for summer vacation, if you are planning to get just one, consider black one-piece with the coverage you want, detailing like U/O ring offers an elegant reveal of just the right amount of skin.
Evening Shoe
With the holiday season approaching, a statement evening shoe deserves to be in your rotation, consider styles with some sparkling details.
Classic Coat
A longline tailored coat is an effortless and chic way to pull together a look, even with casual clothes underneath, consider wool-blend wrap coat in ivory and camel.
Goes-with Everything Belt
Quality accessory doesn’t have to cost an entire paycheck and Zara’s black leather belt is proof. Its sleek, elegant and stylish enough whether you loop it through trousers, jeans or over blazers for quick cinch.
And that’s the end:)
