Know your winter basics

Grab a pad and pen ladies! Here is the ultimate list of basics broken down into categories of tops, bottoms, shoes, and accessories!

Tops

  • Nautical Top
  • White Boyfriend ā€˜V’ Neck
  • Cardigan (button down or drapey)
  • Jean Jacket
  • Chambray Button Down
  • Blazer
  • Leather Jacket
  • Black & White Fitted Button Down (make sure it fits well on the shoulders and waistline)
  • Tissue Tees (the more colors the better, but definitely have some in neutral colors)

Bottoms

  • Fit-You-To-A-T Dark Jeans
  • Trouser Jeans (flared)
  • Boyfriend Jeans
  • Office Trousers
  • Leather Pants
  • Printed Pants/Skinnies
  • Bright Colored Pants/Skinnies
  • Leggings (make sure the material is not too thin to avoid tearing)
  • Jeggings (avoid purchasing the cheap kind – they tend to have a shiny tint to them, making areas look bigger than they really are)

Shoes

  • Black Pumps
  • Nude Pumps
  • Ballet Flats
  • Black City Boots
  • Riding Boots
  • Ankle Booties
  • Canvas Sneakers

Accessories

  • Turquoise Statement Necklace
  • Coral Statement Necklace
  • Initial Necklace
  • Pearls
  • Matinee Necklace
  • Vintage Dangles
  • Chunky Watch
  • Skinny Belt (black or brown)
  • Skinny Belt in a Bright Color or Print
  • Brown Leather Rustic Belt
  • Classic Black Belt (2 in. wide)
  • Cuff Bracelet
  • Bangles
  • Diamond Studs
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