I love answering any questions, and this week I received a question from my friend who recently graduated from college. She wants to re-vamp her wardrobe since she is beginning a new chapter in her life. Here is her question:
I get asked this a lot by my friends and customers at work and here is my answer you can quote me on. Below are going to be my top essentials to have in your closet and your life!
DENIM
Within a girl's wardrobe should appear a great fitting pair of DARK denim. Depending on your shape and preference, dark denim never fails a body. If you're debating on a pair of light jeans or dark jeans, don't be an idiot and go with the darker pair. I don't care how cool the distressed marks are, darker denim is always cleaner, crisp, and sleek! If you're a girl who freaks out about feeling large in a pair of jeans, dark will make you feel sexy, guarantee! I recommend a solid dark boot cut or straight leg. Below are my top picks for dark denim.
TOPS
Tops are so hard to find, and my advice is go with solids if you are unsure or need an easy transition from day to night or work to play. If all else fails you can always sass a solid top with a chunky necklace or sassy blazer, it's that simple!
I feel like every girl should have a nice white/ cream blouse for interviews, dates, work, or even just casual wear. I love this one by DVF. It's beautiful, classic, romantic, and timeless! You definitely want something that you can wear 5 years from now, especially if you are spending a pretty penny on it.
As for going out tops, I make sure the accessories do the talking. If all else fails, go with the little black tank and sassy shoes.
When it comes down to buying other tops, I refrain from too much print unless it's something I absolutely cannot live without. I feel like printed tops should not be something you spend a lot of money on because it's usually associated with a trend or seasonal color. That's why I stress investing in quality solid tops! below are links to my favorites.
BLAZER
Plain and simple... a black blazer. Honestly I cannot emphasize how much a black blazer adds to an outfit! It dresses up anything! Even a v neck and leggings, GET ONE! There are so easy to find, no excuse gf. Just remember to make sure they FIT and are not too long. Long blazers make one appear a lot shorter, so for you petite gals, try finding one that is hip level or higher. Check out my suggestions below.
for you so cal locals: go to H & M so many at a really good deal!
THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS
Ok Ladies, every single girl has to have one of these as her go to plan B for anything. It's a blank canvas to looking your best at a moment's notice. Going on a date... wear it with a cute jacket and some colorful heels. Work? perfect with a blazer and some pumps! It's so easy to play with, again no excuses!
SHOES
I'll keep this concise. Every girl needs a pair of GREAT black heels (going out, work, interviews, events and all that jazz). Nothing says sexy sleek like some fabulous heels, which means no platform heels you hoochies! My favs: Stuarts, Ralph
I also recommend a good boot, I think a flat black boot or a boot with a slight heel does the trick for anything. If you want a brown boot that goes with everything, I suggest going with a cognac color because it seriously goes with EVERYTHING! here are some I love:
ok i know you've all seen every girl in these boots but we all have them for a reason! STEVE MADDEN
ACCESSORIES
As for accessories, there is no real science to this, yet I feel they are the icing on the cake and an extreme staple to looking sassy. My rule is to go with the flow and wear what you want. There are no guidelines except to have FUN with the accessories you wear. I highly recommend buying inexpensive and trendy things you wont feel guilty about if you lose something or break it. I love colorful stuff or things that pop! Remember, accessories make an outfit so make sure it's something that aligns with your personality.
If you need a quick spice to an outfit, add a fun printed scarf, chunky cuff/ bangle, gold watch, poppy ring, or long necklace.
