Some of us covet huge wardrobes that could fit into a walk-in closet, and others have a particular style and look that they crave. Wardrobes have become a big part of one's persona and personality. They make us feel confident and even comfortable. But what if we told you that you only need seven items of clothing to make you look stylish and fashionably forward. Yes, seven is the number because sometimes in life it's best to stick to the essential, basic, and solid. You have to remember that there was a time not too long ago when many people on earth had only one of two items of clothing. So, seven isn't too bad, and that doesn't even include shoes and accessories.
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00:00When shopping for new wardrobe pieces, there's something to be said for really trendy clothes.
00:05But buying only trendy items means they'll eventually start to seem dated,
00:09so when it comes to building a great closet,
00:11you need to invest in some basic pieces that will never go out of style.
00:15As far as shoes go, you really can't go wrong with at least one pair of classic
00:19heels that are actually comfortable, and that can be paired with all different colors and
00:23types of outfits. The on-call stylist stressed the importance of picking out a pair that you
00:27truly don't mind wearing, saying,
00:29"[Go-to is the key word for this piece.] You do not want heels that you hate wearing.
00:33Your heels have to be comfortable and cute."
00:35As one pro stylist noted on Chicago Woman,
00:38one of the biggest and smartest investments is quality shoes.
00:42Jeans are so much more than just a casual staple. They can be quickly dressed up with heels,
00:46but they can also just as easily look more professional with a fitted blazer.
00:50Stylist Kendall Farr, the author of The Pocket Stylist, behind-the-scenes expertise from a
00:55fashion pro on creating your own look, told Real Simple that she suggests a darkwash that
00:59is a bit stretchy and something with a shorter hem for flat shoes.
01:02The key is to buy a pair of jeans that fit you well, feel good, and will last for a long time.
01:07A blazer that fits you well has the power to make any outfit look more put together,
01:11and to act as a great layering option when you don't want to throw on a cardigan.
01:15A Philadelphia-based personal stylist shared with Fairy Godboss that she thinks they're
01:19a must-have for any working woman out there. She explained,
01:22Adding a blazer to an outfit offers structure, defines your waist,
01:25and elevates an outfit immediately. She also says you can wear it over anything,
01:30even to make a casual outfit look a bit more chic.
01:33Every woman should own a pair of black pants that fit well and feel comfortable.
01:36They're a great alternative to a dress, and they can also work as a nice substitute for jeans.
01:41Mary Lou Andre, author of Ready to Wear, an expert's guide to choosing and using your wardrobe,
01:46and a wardrobe consultant in Boston, told Real Simple that she thinks black pants are timeless.
01:51The two best things about black pants is that they can be worn multiple times in one week
01:55without anyone realizing. And they can be paired with pretty much everything.
01:59It might sound boring, but stylists almost always agree that a white
02:03T-shirt is a key piece of any wardrobe. Celebrity stylist Carla Welch told the
02:07Today show that a white tee is her favorite wardrobe staple because of its versatility
02:11and layering potential, saying,
02:13It can be used as part of almost any look. The options are really endless."
02:17She suggests pairing it with anything from girly skirts to blue jeans.
02:21A Stitch Fix stylist spoke about how a white T-shirt is one of her favorite wardrobe essentials
02:25as well, because it's a piece you can wear at any time of the year. Her advice?
02:29Put your white tee to work. It anchors statement pieces like printed shorts,
02:33colored denim, and layers perfectly under sweaters.
02:36A comfortable leather jacket is a great way to add a little bit of a tougher vibe to anything
02:40you're wearing, whether it's real leather or a vegan version. Adding edge to any look,
02:45the jacket doesn't have to be just black, either. It works in a whole bunch of different colors.
02:50As a high-profile celebrity stylist told Forbes,
02:52No comment needed. Every woman needs a statement moto.
02:56You can wear this type of jacket with anything from a fancy dress to a simple pair of jeans.
03:00It's not just a cliche. A little black dress can be an essential part of every woman's wardrobe.
03:05The dress should be something that isn't too fancy or too casual so that it can
03:09be worn as much as possible. A black dress doesn't only have to be worn with heels.
03:13You can dress it down with boots or even sneakers, and you can even layer it.
03:17Stylist Sarah Nearest told Who What Wear that a little black dress works in pretty much any
03:21situation, calling the closet staple, quote,
03:24"...the perfect go-to for any cocktail event or just a safe bet if you're unsure of attire."