The Sassy Realist: S T Y L E E S S E N T I A L S

Style enables people to express themselves in ways that may not otherwise be possible. Style is unique to the individual, and that’s why it has captured the interest of so many people. That being said, I do believe while style is completely distinctive to every person, there are certain essentials that myself and many others would consider absolutely necessary to having a successful wardrobe. Here’s the list of the top 20 essentials that I believe everyone should own!

#1 White or Striped Button Down Shirt

Simply put, THIS MATCHES WITH EVERYTHING. It also elevates your style, and dresses up a simple outfit a bit more than a plain t-shirt would.

#2 Chambray top

Also matches with everything, it’s a way to look put together, but a bit more casual. I find that it pairs nicely with a pair of patterned trousers.

#3 Neutral Sweaters

I really love layering and pullover sweaters with collared shirts underneath are my favorite look. I often try to choose neutral sweaters so that I can wear statement jewelry, and also so it’s easier to match the layering shirt underneath.

#4 Cardigan Sweaters

A cardigan is necessary when you aren’t quite ready to put away you sleeveless summer blouses.

#5 Layering tops

Long sleeve button down shirts, as well as plain t-shirts are necessary in the winter when it’s really cold out. Also, if you choose the right ones they can add a bit of interest to your outfits!

#6 Cigarette Pants

I find these to be the most flattering style on myself, and also on most others. I normally find that these pants lend themselves to being dressed up or down, and you can wear boots or flats with them and they still look great.

#7 Dark Wash Skinny Jeans

Dark wash is fantastic, you can dress it up or down. Pairing dark wash with a chic black blouse and nice shoes makes it a bit more formal, while a t-shirt and dark wash jeans is a nice casual outfit.

#8 Patterned Pants

These are great because you can buy one pair and have a bunch of different options because they’ll more than likely have more color in them, and will be able to be paired with many different tops.

#9 Black or Navy Dress

Something that can be dressed up or down, depending on your accessories. A denim jacket for a casual outfit and a blazer jacket for a formal one.

#10 Loafers

I LOVE loafers. I have so so many pairs of them, in neutral colors, as well as some that are on the more outrageous side. They make an outfit look more polished than normal ballet flats, I think anyway.

#11 Leather boots

These just make sense, they are stylish and keep your feet warm and dry during the winter. I prefer riding boots, but there are hundreds of options.

#12 Neutral Jewelry

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Jewelry that matches with everything (although you know I’m not a huge fan) gives your wardrobe a little extra sparkle without being too outrageous.

#13 Silver and Gold Tone Watch

Ever find that your watch doesn’t match the rest of your jewelry? Problem solved.

#14 Scarves

I really like scarves, they add personality and color to an outfit. My favorite are square silk scarves with lots of colors, because then you can make a bunch of outfits with that one scarf.

#15 Small Cross body Bag