Do you ever find yourself staring at a closet full of clothes and still thinking “I have nothing to wear!”? It might not be due to your lack of clothes, but actually due to the fact that your closet consists of too many pieces that look great individually, but don’t necessarily work to create a variety of different outfits. While statement pieces are crucial to your wardrobe, they can start making your outfits seem repetitive. The key to maintaining a consistent style with the clothes that you have and not having to go out and buy a new outfit for every occasion, is to stock your closet with these staple garments that can be mixed and matched in a variety of different ways.
Jeans
Jeans are one of the most versatile items to have in your closet. Jeans can be paired with many different pieces and can be styled for different occasions, whether the outfit is casual or a little dressy. Having a variety of jeans styles and colors in your wardrobe will allow you create many different outfits.
Neutral colored-tops
Whether they are long sleeves, turtlenecks, or bodysuits, plain tops, especially ones that are black, white, or nude, pair well with other pieces to make outfits. These tops can be paired with jeans, skirts, or shorts and worn under jackets or dresses. Having these basics in your wardrobe work to balance out statement pieces that you have and can give you a minimalist look.
A Jean Jacket
Jean jackets are timeless pieces of clothing that can be worn over dresses, tops, jumpsuits, and blouses. They work for both summer and winter months and can add a chic look to even a basic outfit. Adding a jean jacket to your wardrobe, or even multiple jackets in different washes, can definitely break up the monotony of feeling like all your outfits are the same.
A White Button-down shirt
This shirt, while basic, can be is essential to add to your wardrobe, and can be found at almost any clothing store. It works for any formal event when paired with slacks or a blazer, but a simple white button-down can also be dressed down for any everyday outfit. The versatility of this shirt allows it to be worn under shirts and sweaters, with jeans, or even with shorts.
Matching Hoodie & sweatpants set
While this is technically two items, as the set can be worn both individually or together, a matching set is great for when you want to look put together while also being comfortable. The biggest celebrities are stepping outside still looking stylish while wearing sweatpants, so it only makes sense for the everyday person to style sweatpants with accessories and bold tops.
A Pair of Hoop Earrings
A pair of hoops elevates a simple look. Even while wearing sweatpants and a hoodie, a pair of hoops can make you look like you put effort into your outfit before leaving the house. Hoops can also be paired with formal outfits as a simple piece of jewelry that adds a flair without taking away from the statement pieces.
Black dress
Depending on how you style it, a simple black dress can be worn for many different occasions, it can be worn casually or formally depending on how it is styled. Because of its versatility it can be paired with different pieces to make many different outfits.
Blazer
Much like a white button-down shirt, a blazer is a clothing piece that can be worn formally but can also be dressed down. It’s a good piece to have on hand in case you need to dress up, as it can of course, be parried with a button-down shirt and pair of slacks, but if you’re looking to make the outfit look a little more casual, pair it with a pair of denim jeans and a basic top.
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