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my closet/outfit essentials
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items let's start with the basics. things that you can easily build off of, alternate, and style in unique ways to effortlessly look good. this list includes recs straight from my own closet, so you know you're getting a real list of items i've either worn...
Sections
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tops
outerwear
bottoms
shoes
tops
a couple of options that can be switched from daytime to nighttime, and can go with a mix of bottoms too
my #1 go-to tee, I wear it on its own, layered, you name it. it's soft, loose but not oversized, length is good for low rise pants too, and sleeves are just the right length so it's not too short or tight + can be cuffed. this is my #1 baby!!!
A&F Women's Essential Easy Tee
i love her! slightly thicker fabric but not rough like a basic gildan tee. gives a good boxy fit and true to size, and is my favorite effortless shirt because of its fit and length.
Reformation Rowan Crew Tee
easy tank that has the perfect neckline. the new verison is slightly thinner in fabric but no one does it like the OG. thick, not too much cleavage, great length (not cropped but not too long), and perfect to throw on with shorts or under a cardigan ...
A&F Women's Essential Rib Tuckable Scoopneck Tank
love this for a slightly more put together look. the fabric isn't like your regular cotton tee, so it doesn't show wrinkles as easily. love this for when I pair with nicer pants, especially because it's not too tight when getting my true size.
Crew Neck T-Shirt | UNIQLO US
an oversized button down is essential. long enough to go below the butt, but not too long so that you can tuck in if you'd like. works with jeans (straight or wide leg), dress pants, and even leggings. also can keep it unbuttoned and pair with a tank...
BASIC OXFORD SHIRT
a high neck, mock neck top like this is easy to look classy without doing too much. pair it with a skirt (short or long) for running errands, with dress pants for the office, with slick back and bold earrings + straight jeans and pointy boots for a n...
Women's The A&F Paloma Top
this tank is my favorite white tank. thick and not see through, but also fits jut right. not too low and not too tight, actually making it comfy to wear around in the summer and layer in the fall.
COS RIBBED SCOOP-NECK TANK TOP
sized up in this to get a looser, straight fit. this is slightly thinner in fabric than the other COS ribbed tank, but I like this in its own way. the high neck doesn't feel too high and is really cute paired with low rise pants/jeans or casual short...
COS RIBBED TANK TOP
outerwear
icing on the cake items. not something you need right away but always good to slowly build up because it's the final touch and catches your eye when you look at someone
esuch a classy and versatile cardigan. thick enough to actually keep you warm for days with a summer breeze and also carry into the colder weather, and the knit is just perfect. it's cotton so no itching or excess sweating like polyester would cause
Ralph Lauren Cable Knit Cotton Crewneck Cardigan
a loose cardigan is perfect for winter layering or throwing on the shoulder. the boat neck of this cardigan is perfect for pairing with a tank when you want to show your collarbones, but great with a white tee underneath for colder days. it is slight...
Gaspard Cardigan - Rosewood
a dark grey crew neck is a winter essential in my opinion. layer with a white tee or button down underneath or throw over the shoulders with a dress in the fall. easy to thrift because it's a classic, and bonus points if it's 100% wool to keep you ex...
Souffle Yarn Sweater | UNIQLO US
a pro-tip: boys L fits like a women's S ;)
Cable-Knit Cotton Sweater
bottoms
a good jean and a good pant are great basics to start with. then, play with different fabrics, fits, and styles.
purchased the kingswood wash on sale but it was the best impulse buy ever. my most worn jeans because of how comfy they are, since they're less rigid than the typical denim from madewell. definitely a style that loosens over wears so i pair with a be...
Low-Slung Baggy Jeans | Madewell
got these in the moffat wash in my size but the petite version. it's a great long length jean and looks effortlessly cool. i wasn't a fan of low rise before, but this one falls at a great spot (though it is more of a low-to-mid rise, which is probabl...
Low-Slung Baggy Jeans | Madewell
my go-to pants, they fit beautifully at the waist but the curve love fit gives room in the thighs as well without going out like a balloon. the short fit is the perfect length for me (i'm ~5'2) and the pants pair well with everything. casual tee, fan...
Curve Love A&F Sloane Tailored Wide Leg Pant
a medium blue wash is perfect for a wide range of outifts; it's not too light or too dark. i have a hard time finding the right fit with levi's but this low loose style did the trick. beautiful denim wash and the straight fit is perfect with the 30 i...
Low Loose Women's Jeans - Dark Wash | Levi's® US
liked the way barrel jeans have extra room in the thighs but hated the balloon look, but these jeans surprised me when i tried them on. the soft drape fabric in particular isn't rigid, so the fit is still of a typical barrel jean, but not overdoing i...
The Darted Barrel-Leg Jean: Softdrape Edition | Madewell
the way these pants fit and flow is beautiful, the crepette fabric is unbeatable. the ones i have are a bit long on me but i keep it that way to pair with kitten heel boots and they are the perfect length for that. overall a great pant for work but d...
Agency Pant - Mirror Crepe™ | Aritzia US
I don't have these exact ones but I have a similar pair that was my go-to for summer days. easy to throw on with a tank, tee, or a beach cover up.
Haven Multi Tiered Maxi Skirt
i love this for the fall and spring transitions, and the cropped version looks so chic with jeans and pants alike
Women's Relaxed Short Trench Coat
shoes
white tennis shoes are a great first step in building a capsule wardrobe. they can often be dressed up or dressed down, and always offer comfort too.
i love veja because they don't hurt my feet after walking around the city!
i love veja because they don't hurt my feet after walking around the city!
Veja Campo Bicolor Leather Low-Top Sneakers
classic, sleek, versatile…what else does one need? the cloud white/black stripes color combo might be basic but they go with everything so it's a perfect starter shoe. also so chic because the colors are muted so easy to wear in the office, and they ...
Samba OG Shoes
a classic dad shoe can never go wrong, and they're perfect with jeans and a tee. and the comfort of dad shoes is underrated!!
New Balance 530
ballet flats/mary janes are such a chic way to dress up an outfit. these ones from sam edelman are my favorite because they're comfy for walking around the city and over rocky streets, but find the toe shape (and inner toe shape) that suits your feet...
Michaela Mary Jane Flat