7 Fashion Staples You Need in Your Closet
Trendy clothes in moderation can be fun, but every woman knows it’s the staples that keep us afloat on a daily basis. This is particularly true for those of us on a budget.
When you need to be careful or at least fairly careful about your clothing and accessories purchases, it’s best to stick to classics, as you can get more for your money.
Wondering exactly what you need to make your closet seem endless? Read on for seven fashion staples you need in your closet.
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The LBD
Every woman needs a little black dress. It is the foundation on which so many other things can grow. Whether you pair it with a scarf, statement necklace, long pendant, cardigan, a funky purse/bag, or pashmina, the LBD will take you where you are going … and you’ll look great getting there. And when it comes to shoes to pair with an LBD, the possibilities are endless.
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A White Blouse
This is as classic an option as the LBD. Every woman needs a white blouse. If you buy just the right one, it can go from work to a night out with ease, especially if you choose the right accessories. And whether you wear it with a pencil skirt or denim jeans, it carries a casual chic vibe that always looks fantastic. If the iron is your nemesis, consider something like a no-iron white blouse from Land’s End.
Along the same lines but a bit less casual—all women should own a nice white tank and white tee. Every guy will tell you that he loves when his girlfriend or wife goes casual, with a simple white tee and/or tank paired with a pair of jeans. It’s just so natural and, believe it or not, that’s how guys love us best.
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Flats FTW
You’d be hard put to find a woman who didn’t love watching Sarah Jessica Parker walk in her Jimmy Choos with ease on Sex and the City but, when it comes to real life, no one appreciates that kind of torture. And while a great pair of pumps is ideal for a wedding or other special occasions, flats are the staples every woman needs. Whether you go for ballet style or washable flats from Rothy’s, your feet will thank you for matching fashion with function (and comfort!). The latter is such a great choice in summertime, as we often think we can only wear flip-flops when there’s a chance our feet will get wet along the shoreline or at the lake.
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Fitted Black Jacket
The length of these jackets tends to change from season to season, but they mostly tend to hit women just below the top of their pants. You need one that’s more casual looking than your typical black jacket for work, as you want to be able to throw it over everything from a tank top to a statement tee to make the look seem effortless. To really throw those around you a curveball, pair this with a lace camisole, jeans, and a pair of Chuck Taylor’s high-tops. There’s nothing better than mixing and matching things that are a bit more formal with casual wear.
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A Hobo Bag
Some might tell you that these come and go as far as what’s in fashion, but we say they never go out of style. A casual chic bag that’s as practical as it is fashionable; every woman should have at least one of these. And the best part? You can actually fit what you need in there, unlike its many less practical purse counterparts. You can almost always find a good and moderately priced selection of these at Nordstrom Rack.
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Ankle Boots
Much like flats, these are such versatile shoes. They look just as good with cropped skinny jeans as they do with winter Bermuda shorts. While their designs change from season to season, it’s hard to go wrong with a pair of these in black or brown leather (or faux leather if that’s your jam!).
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Black Pants
Again, the styles of these might change from season to season, but black pants are about as classic a choice as you can make when looking for wardrobe staples. Whether you go with black denim, black leggings, black leather, or trousers, you’ll get a ton of use out of these. This is particularly true because you can pair them with anything, and they’re a great alternative when your jeans are giving a case of fashion fatigue.
If you see something trendy that you just can’t pass up, go for it. In general, though, your clothes will go much farther if you go with these classics and change up their looks with some fun and funky accessories.
