This is a post I've been dying to do for ages - showing my favourite and most essential wardrobe staples. These are classic, low priced, basic yet interesting pieces that add versatility and season-less style. No more days of having a full wardrobe, but nothing to wear! Combine these items with current fashion crazes and you're good to go!
H&M White & Blue Striped T-Shirt - £6.99 - A striped shirt adds an interesting aspect to any 'plain' outfit and looks great thrown together with some skinnies or a colourful maxi skirt.
TOPSHOP Black Blazer - £40 - A simple black blazer makes any outfit looks classiers and can pretty much be worn with anything, from denim shorts to bodycon dresses or over a pretty blouse and skinny jeans.
H&M Black 'Pleather' Bag - £24.99 - As a fashionista, you're going to need a big bag to make space for that spare pair of flat shoes, those big sunglasses and that Vivienne Westwood purse. This H&M bag has enough room for everything a girl needs on a daily basis and still looks amazing! It's handy that this model can be worn as a shoulder, as well as an over the body-bag.
NEW LOOK Black Skinny Jeans - £14.99 - It's pretty obvious that everyone needs a pair of well-fitted black skinnies. I pretty much wear mine on a daily basis!
TOPSHOP Red(ish) Blazer - £40 - In addition to the classic black blazer, add some colour to your wardrobe with this number to add POP to every outfit.
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H&M Black Ballet Pumps - £7.99 - Simple and classic, go with every outfit, no matter if jeans, skirt or shorts. It's good to have these in different colours, such as a pastel pink or maybe try a DIY and add some gold or silver studs to make these more interesting.
ASOS Suede Black Heels - £60 - These look great with jeans or dresses, no matter if it's a fancy-do or a night-out, you'll never go wrong with a pair of simple suedes!
ASOS Boyfriend Watch - £35 - I'm sure we'd all love to be able to afford a Michael Kors or a Marc Jacob's watch, but they are definitely not in everyone's budget. In this case, this ASOS number is a nice alternative!
ASOS Little Black Dress - £32 - An LBD should be stylish, well-fitted, comfortable and versatile. You should be able to fling it on and use accessories to dress it up (or down). I adore this ASOS skater dress, with the added detail on the collar. You could wear it with tights and a colourful blazer in the winter or with wedges and colourful nail varnish in the summer.
TOPSHOP Plain White Jersey Top - £6 (2 for £10) - I own sooo many of these basic, scooped neck TOPSHOP numbers, I've lost count! They are great to build a 'foundation' for your outfit and can be paired with a patterned skirt or loads of jewellery. TOPSHOP do these in countless colours and they're a bargain for the use you get out of them!
VANS - £45 - I love these shoes! They're comfortable, available in tons of different styles and colours, and they are a great alternative to the 'girly' look of ballet flats. I've owned five pairs of vans throughout my life and I can honestly say that they are my most worn shoes.
MAC Matte Lipstick in 'Ruby Woo' - £14 - Another essential to have in your oversized bag! Red lipstick can take many outfits from day to night, or add sophistication. My favourite is MAC's Ruby Woo, as it is matte, which I much prefer to shiny lipstick.
TOPSHOP Leather Jacket - Pair a biker jacket with a pair of skinny jeans, a plain white t-shirt, some long necklaces, a red lip and you're good to go, rockchick style.
H&M Aviator Sunglasses - £4.99 - Sunglasses are essential. I once read that wearing sunglasses makes your face 50% more attractive..not sure if that's true but that's never a bad thing!
H&M Cream Blouse - £14.99 - So simple and chic! Can be worn with your leather jacket or with a blazer, depending on what look you're going for that day! Also looks great under jumpers with the collar poking out or tucked into a pair of ripped denim shorts paired with many colourful rings!
NEW LOOK Darkest Blue Skinny Jeans - £9.99 - I'm not a big fan of light jeans, unless they're grey or some nice pastel colour, yet I can't just wear black skinnies so I usually go for the darkest denim NEW LOOK can provide me with. I also love the high-waisted version NL have of this!
ASOS Sheer Split Maxi Skirt - £30 - I'm currently obsessed with sheer maxi skirts! Especially split ones, like this ASOS number. This looks great with a simple or a printed vest top and some gladiator or fringed sandals for a day of shopping!
H&M Jumper - £14.99 - A simple jumper for cold days or to wear with a pair of shorts when summer nights get colder! A cream version of this would also be beneficial.
These are my 18 most essential items, hope these have helped you!
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