Building a Trans-Seasonal Wardrobe

Trans-seasonal dressing is so much easier when you have a well curated wardrobe to choose daily outfits from. In order to build a wardrobe that works for you you need to consider the function of each piece, think about items that can be layered and consider new ways to mix and match prints and classics with intent. All of these factors can help you put together a twenty piece wardrobe that will have you trans-seasonal dressing with style and flair year after year.

Build a wardrobe that works for you, doesn’t require you to give up any of your personal style and is easy to maintain as a collection of clothing that can all work together to create looks that are appropriate for any time of the year.

Well Cut Blazer

A well cut, form fitting blazer that flatters your body is one of the most important pieces in a trans-seasonal dressing wardrobe. It can be put over a plain tee and jeans, tone down a dress, or dress up a basic pair of slacks and top. Find something that meets at the waist to define your shape, and has three quarter sleeves that allow for easy wear in any season and the ability to accessorize.

Tapered Slacks

A good fitting pair of tapered pants is key in a year round wardrobe, because they give you so many outfit options that can range from business to weekend fun. With pants it is especially important that you find something that is form fitting and hits right at the ankle so that you can easily switch shoes to entirely change a look.

Jumpsuit

An easy jumpsuit is a great way to add some personal style and flair to your wardrobe essentials. Jumpsuits can range from casual to formal looking, but your best bet for trans-seasonal dressing is to go with something that is bold enough to grab attention, but basic enough that it can be worked into a lot of looks.

Silk Blouses

Silk blouses are the most versatile piece in any wardrobe, because they can be worn alone with the right skirt or slacks, layered under a blazer or sweater, or layered over a jumpsuit or dress. Try to keep at least a few of these trans-seasonal dressing gems in your wardrobe at all times, in basic white and black, but also jewel or pastel tones to compliment your skin color and the look you are going for.