As an avid lurker on fashion TikTok, my feed usually consists of trend predictions, thrifting hauls, and a plethora of outfits of the day. While I usually find myself looking at the same slew of fashion girls based out of NYC or Copenhagen, sometimes I find someone with such impeccable style that makes me hit the follow immediately. That was the case with Larissa Mills, who went viral after her daughter started posting her mom’s outfits that everyone, including me, wanted more of. At 50 years old, Mills is living proof that trends and style know absolutely no age limit.
Mills’ outfits usually consist of relaxed silhouettes, elevated basics and a variety of brands at high and low prices from Cartier to Agolde. She has this perfected effortless style that I had to know more about, so I reached out to Larissa and asked for her go-to closet staples and brands she resorts to often. Needless to say, her answers have given me a little more inspiration for my current wardrobe, and I know it’ll do the same for you. Keep scrolling to shop her closet staples and go-to brands.
“Comfort in my clothes is a staple. I like to move. I like to sit on the floor to play with animals, kids or even read a book. I like to sit cross legged. I need clothes that can do that.”
“Cashmere sweaters are a staple for me. I’m a sucker for texture. The fabrics that feel better are the ones that get worn more often, for sure.”
“I love mixing jewelry metals and to me, nothing is precious. I never save a special piece of jewelry for an event, I wear what I love even if it’s with sweatpants or t-shirts.”
“I don’t like to be too fussy and flip flops immediately de-fuss any outfit.”
“I love linen long sleeve shirts. I like the cut of men’s oxfords, they are boxier which I prefer.”
“I’m not tall (5’4”) so I tend to like the lengthening effect wearing all one color provides.”
“I’m not a huge brand person. I actually buy a lot of my clothes at local consignment shops and online ones like The Real Real and Poshmark. I find some of the more special and unique pieces there and then build my staples from the following list of brands.”
“I love this brand because it’s affordable and has great work pieces like jackets and pants that fit well and have a nice drape to them.”
“I like buy Agolde’s jeans big and cinch them at the waist for extra drape. They are the perfect material—not too thick and not too thin.”
“Aritzia has great classic styles like slip dresses and flowy pants in neutrals, cream, grey, and black. They’re my favorites.”
“Most of my staple summer pieces are from this brand. Quality and simplistic styling. (The Ducky pant is a favorite, I own them in every color.”
“This brand makes great cashmere and fleece cotton suits. I live in New England where it’s cold. Their suits are warm, comfortable and chic and I can wear them with heels one night and Doc Martens another. Everything is very versatile.”
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