As the end of the year comes to a close and holiday celebrations cease, it’s time to start thinking about stocking up on those essential closet building blocks that’ll do most of the everyday outfit heavy lifting through all of 2023. You guessed it—we’re going back to the basics.
Along with those long-lasting investment pieces, basics are necessary for crafting even the simplest wardrobe. I’ve searched. I’ve scoured. And I’ve sifted through the endless virtual aisles of reliable internet retailers to find some chic basics perfect for providing the foundation of my 2023 wardrobe. Ahead, shop 26 basics consisting of the perfect striped sweater, a vintage-style T-shirt, curve-friendly jeans, and so many other wardrobe staples that caught my eye
Simple yet chic.
Chocolaty brown is a necessary neutral.
The perfect white tee.
The layering potential of this is out of this world.
Creamy whites all winter long, please.
A classic penny loafer for the win.
A trench coat is always the answer.
Curvy people to the front!
Throw on an oversize comfy sweater for an instantly put-together look.
Duh.
A blazer with edge.
Always say yes to a sweater-vest.
A sophisticated brisk weather warrior.
A little touch of distressing goes a long way.
A need and a want.
Pair with a T-shirt and jeans for a casual look.
Tried and true.
Yogis, this one’s for you.
It’s 100% cotton. Need I say more?
White tank or bust.
“The best time to wear a striped sweater is all the time.”
Tall boots have a way of making every outfit look sophisticated.
