In case you’re like me, 2020 had you dwelling in sweats and promptly ushered in your athleisure period (as a result of what have been “real clothes” again then?). And whereas that chapter has since closed, one factor’s nonetheless true: the need to curate a wardrobe that feels easy, trendy, and versatile by no means actually goes out of favor.
That point indoors impressed me to reevaluate my closet, and truthfully, I’ve been leaning increasingly into the thought of a wardrobe constructed on necessities: items I can combine and match throughout seasons, with a number of enjoyable traits sprinkled in.
So as to assist me study what closet staples I want to actually curate the fashionable wardrobe of my desires, I reached out to some (what we right here at xoNecole prefer to name) Fashion Experts to inform us the gadgets of their closet that they gravitate in the direction of each time.
What 6 Trendy Girls At all times Have in Their WardrobeAshley, @theinspiredi
Outsized blazer:
“Preferably thrifted and vintage from the men’s section is a no-brainer to effortlessly elevate any look.”
Max it out:
“I love the subtle drama packed in a maxi skirt or dress and the appeal it exudes without the need to show skin.”
Layering is life:
“I always stock up on staple button-down dresses in a couple sizes too big for a perfectly oversized fit to layer on top of jeans, pants, skirts or even each other.”
Tyla Lauren Gilmore, @tylauren: Digital Content material Creator
Blazers:
“I have an addiction to blazers because they are so versatile. You can dress them up, wear them casual, and even wear them with sneakers and sweats.”
Boyfriend-cut denims:
“I wear denim every day and I’m always on the hunt for the perfect fitting pair since it’s hard to find jeans for curvy women! I live in the thrift store because there’s tons of fits, washes, and sizes to pick from.”
Sneakers:
“I prefer sneakers over heels any day because I want to be comfortable at all times. Shoes are also such an essential part of my outfits and are usually the first thing I start with when creating outfits.”
Monroe Steele, @monroesteele: Trend Blogger, YouTuber, Editor + Chief 
Louis Vuitton Gold Hoop Earrings:
“They go with everything and are the perfect size. I’m a gold kinda girl and I’ve worn them into the ground.”
Bottega Veneta Mules:
“I currently have six pairs of Bottega Veneta Mules and Pumps because they are fashionable but, more than that, they are the most comfortable heels I own.”
“I’m definitely a heel girl so if I can walk the streets of New York a full day in a heel, they are definitely keepers. Which is probably why I keep buying them.”
Shoulder-padded muscle t-shirts:
“The perfect edgy tops that go with everything. I purchase them from high to low brands (Attico to The Frankie Shop, Zara to Storets). They all offer padded muscle tees and I just keep on buying them.”
Kéla Walker, @kelawalker: Media Host & Fashion Influencer
It comes all the way down to the small print:
“For me, it is all about the accessories. So, that is really great jewelry, a really great shoe, and handbag. Like those are always the things I gravitate towards because outside fluctuates. No matter if you lose 10 pounds or gain 10 pounds, those pieces always fit. My watch is going to fit, my shoes are going to fit, and my purse is going to go with something. So, for me, it’s always about those accessories. The quality, substance, and pieces that are going to differentiate my look.”
“It’s not even about the label or this big ticket price. It’s how you pull the pieces together and how you style it.”
“Because we’re all for the most part a lot of times shopping in the same spaces and places, those are the pieces that are really going to make you stand apart and help you hone in on your signature look and your signature style and how you put your stamp on it. Accessories can really make something look different.”
Stacee Michelle, @itsstaceemichelle: Trend Stylist, Media Persona & Entrepreneur
Denim jacket:
“A classic denim jacket is a versatile piece that will never go out of style. One thing I love about this one from All Saints is that all of my essentials have a home in one of the many pockets so I can be hands-free when I don’t feel like carrying a purse. A denim jacket is a yearlong staple and is perfect for layering when the temperature dips.”
Denim denims:
“Everyone should own a pair of jeans that are a perfect fit. I live in my 10″ high-rise denims from Madewell as a result of I can put on them with absolutely anything. Most of us have a closet filled with denims however solely put on a number of of them regularly. I made a decision to donate the additional pairs to make room for extra of the gadgets that I like to put on.”
Leather-based jacket:
“My Levi’s leather-based motorbike jacket is a necessary piece in my wardrobe. It appears to be like superior with a hoodie and sneakers however can effortlessly be paired with a gown when going out. I like that it provides an edge to my extra female appears to be like. It is the jacket I attain for probably the most throughout fall and winter months.”
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Featured picture courtesy of Monroe Steele
Initially printed on November 5, 2020
