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Clothing Basics To Keep On Hand For Easy Outfits When You “Have Nothing to Wear”

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Anyone else have a closet full of clothes but still feel like they never have anything to wear? 🙋🏻‍♀️ I have found that whenever I feel this way I gravitate towards basic items. Mix and match them for endless outfit ideas! Here are some of my faves...
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Jeans

 
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Idk if anyone still wears jeggings but if you do $8 is an unbeatable price.
Amazon Essentials Womens Stretch Mid-Rise Jegging
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One of my favorite jean styles!
Amazon Essentials Womens Mid-Rise Boyfriend Crop Jeans
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Other Pants

 
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These are an excellent option for office wear! Tons of different color options and a really simple look.
Amazon Essentials Womens High-Rise Slim Khaki Pant
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Joggers are a must-have for the comfy days! Bonus points if they can be styled up. :)
High-Waisted StudioSmooth Jogger | Old Navy
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I LOVE leggings like these because they can for sure pass for something else :)
Extra High-Waisted CloudComfy Flare Leggings | Old Navy
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These trousers look so comfortable and are perfect for the dress up days!
High-Waisted Billie Straight Ankle Trouser | Old Navy
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Shoes

 
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I'll forever be a fan of this boot style. They're so easy to pair with anything and work for a variety of occassions.
Amazon Essentials Women's Mid Calf Heeled Chelsea Boot
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The perfect comfy, casual shoe.
Amazon Essentials Womens Lace Up Platform Sneakers
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I'm not a huge heels person, but I think everyone should have a classic pair of pumps like this. The heel isn't too high and helps fill the gap in your closet when an outfit calls for a little extra height.
Amazon Essentials Womens Ballet Pump
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Another basic shoe type I'll never get over! Perfect for the office or everyday. I love the little feminine details the simple bow adds. :)
Amazon Essentials Womens Round Toe Ballet Flats
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Accessories

 
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I'll admit that I don't own a lot of watches. I think a watch is a good option when you're not really sure how to accessorize but you know your outfit needs ~something~.
Amazon Essentials Women's Faux Leather Strap Watch
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I'm a huge fan of a simple bag with gold accents!
Amazon Essentials womens Chain Shoulder Bag
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Even if you don't ~need~ a belt for the function, sometimes it's the perfect extra element to mix up an outfit.
Amazon Essentials Women's Work Dress Belt Plus
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Dresses

 
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A denim dress is a classic that can be dressed up or down, and worn in just about any season.
Amazon Essentials Women's Fit & Flare Chambray Shirtdress
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Outerwear

 
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Everyone needs a good demin jacket! It's such a quick way to take an outfit to the next level. Available in a variety of colors.
Amazon Essentials Womens Low Stretch Denim Jacket
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Tops

 
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Whether you choose a striped or solid option, these long sleeves are an important basic. They work well in a variety of tempatures and can be paried with a lot of different bottoms.
Amazon Essentials Women's Cotton Heavyweight Boatneck Top
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What a cute & cozy little sweater! And it's wool blend - invest in good material clothing.
Amazon Essentials Women's Wool Blend Boucle Jacket
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Another great basic for colder weather - a classic, relaxed sweater.
Amazon Essentials Women's Relaxed-Fit Cable Sweater
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Turtlenecks are perfect for the days you need to feel extra cozy.
Amazon Essentials Women's Relaxed-Fit Turtleneck Sweater
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You should ALWAYS have at least one black cardigan in your closet. If you work an office job, that's an easy way to make just about any other top “work appropriate”.
Amazon Essentials Women's Slim-Fit Ribbed Cardigan & Cami Set
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The older I get the more I love a good button down. I have sooo many. You can wear them classically, tucked or untucked, throw them over a graphic tee…there are so many ways to style.
Amazon Essentials Women's Oversized Cotton Shirt
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Classic, solid colored tees are an essential for the “I have nothing to wear” days. You can pair them with just about anything. They work on their own or you can make them more complex.
Amazon Essentials Women's Soft Cotton Cropped T-Shirt
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A long cardigan is another versitle option to mix up a basic 'fit.
Amazon Essentials Womens Oversized Cotton Cardigan
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A classic, light-weight top that can be styled in many ways for every season.
Lightweight Button-Down Smocked Top | Old Navy