Recently, I’ve been thinking more about how to create a closet that has all of the cool wardrobe staples I want to wear again and again. While I have plenty of tried and true basics, there are some pieces that are glaringly missing. Yes, I have items like straight-leg jeans and button-down shirts that are mainstays in my everyday looks, but other items including strappy heels and a classic watch are absent. To figure out the building block pieces I want to invest in, I made a list of the key anti-trend pieces I personally think are important wardrobe essentials.
Ahead, see the 15 cool wardrobe staples that made the cut. Here, I included everything from affordable basics to investment pieces that you can wear forever. I’ll be working on acquiring each of the pieces on this list over time since they’re so versatile and withstand the seasonal trends.
Tailored pieces always read as polished and I would recommend ordering a great pair of trousers if you don’t already have some.
As we head into summer, leather flats are a great item to order, whether you’re headed on vacation or not.
The styling possibilities of a crisp button-down shirt are endless.
A tweed jacket is one of the easiest ways to look instantly polished.
Straight-leg jeans are the silhouette that withstands every other denim trend.
A beautiful timepiece will never go out of style.
There is a reason retro sneakers keep coming back.
The ultimate basic.
A structured bag makes any look feel elegant and pulled-together.
If you want a button-down with a more casual vibe, go for a denim style.
Sun protection has never looked so good.
Strappy heels are the versatile shoe to wear with everything from trousers to dresses.
Sunglasses trends can be fleeting, but you can never go wrong with a classic shape like wayfarers.
