The Midlife Woman's Guide to Style
Arts:Fashion & Beauty
When referring to your core wardrobe staples I’m not talking about what’s left over after
you’ve worn all the good stuff, but rather the pieces that create the foundation for a whole
host of outfits, season in and season out. These are the “bones” of your wardrobe and what’s
going to hold it all together. They are the constant in your closet while your trendy, or accent
pieces float in and out.
Creating a core wardrobe can be a time-consuming process. These items are not “quick-fix”
items but are more like long-term partners. These items should last you for several years (or
more) and will become your “go-to” pieces day in and day out.
A great example of a core wardrobe item is a pair of jeans.
If you invest in a well-fitting, well-made pair of jeans in a medium to dark wash that can take
you through several seasons they will become the foundation for many outfits. A great pair of
jeans can be dressed up, dressed down and given multiple looks so that no one will recognize
them as you wear them several times in a week.
Pair them with a blouse, a blazer and heels for the workday; for a weekend look wear a casual
top, an oversized cardigan and white sneakers; for a dressy look top them off with a silky
blouse, a pair of strappy sandals and an elegant jacket. Do you see how versatile this one item
is and how many outfits you can create starting with just a pair of jeans? The possibilities are
limitless as you wear these jeans for years to come. Because they’re neutral and so versatile
they can go from traditional to trendy in the blink of an eye.
But not just any old jeans will do.
Your core items should:
Other examples of core items are simple tops and tees, blazers, chic trousers, an overcoat, a
cardigan, a dress, everyday shoes, belt, handbag, etc.
Core items are the foundation of your wardrobe. Choose accordingly. But the most important
box to check is do you LOVE it on you? Don’t buy what you feel you should buy, buy what’s
right for you.
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