Wardrobe staples like these help balance out trendier pieces we pick up and work for a lot of different occasions. So what are the other basic pieces we should own? Stylists to the stars Cristina Ehrlich,Sarah Slutsky, and Jason Boldensay these are the pieces they can’t live without.
- The White Shirt- Dress it up with skirts or pants or make it casual with jeans, a white button up shirt is a must-have. Stylists also love a classic white T-shirt that goes with pretty much everything.
- The Camel Sweater- It’s chic and neutral and goes with so much in your closet.
- The Black Hoodie- It can be fancy and made of cashmere or one you get at Target, but it’s an essential layering piece that’s modern and cool.
- The High-Waisted Trousers- Consider these a stylist-approved swap for you favorite jeans.
- The Moto Jacket- A black leather jacket only gets better with age and works with everything from a ball gown to jeans.
- The Vintage Jeans- Trying on a bunch of secondhand denim to find the perfect fitting pair is worth the effort to these stylists.
- The Black Dress- This may be the ultimate closet staple because it’s timeless and easily goes from day to night.
- The Shoulder Bag- Tiny bags may be trendy, but a sleek shoulder bag that can hold it all never goes out of style.
- The Statement Belt- It’s an easy way to add edge to an outfit.
- The Sunglasses- Find the shape that works best for you and you won’t have to change your sunglasses with each season.
- The Nude Pump- These shoes are sleek and sexy and elongate your leg while giving you height.
- The Wear-Everywhere Boot- Whether you prefer a low block heel or a pointed toe, find a fun pair that add some personality to your lineup of basics.