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Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks

Shop these everyday, basic wardrobe pieces that'll help your outfits look sophisticated, refreshed and refined.
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated November 3, 2020

Basics are the foundation of any good wardrobe.

They act as a blank slate, giving you space and opportunity to create a masterpiece.

If your basics are soggy, worn out and have had enough, the rest of your look will suffer as well.

Not to worry though — we’ve gathered the must-have basics you need to refresh your wardrobe and ultimately your everyday look.

From the perfect white t-shirt to basic skinny jeans, shop our top picks below!

01
The Basic Crew
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Everlane
available at Everlane $95 Shop Now
02
The Flat Shoe
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Nine West
available at Nine West $99 Shop Now
03
The Chelsea Boot
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
DSW
available at DSW $60 Shop Now
04
The Wrap Dress
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Nordstrom Rack
available at Nordstrom Rack $40 Shop Now
05
Basic White T-Shirt
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Mango
available at Mango $30 Shop Now
06
The Skinny Jean
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Madewell
available at Madewell $128 Shop Now
07
The Jean Jacket
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Gap
available at Gap $63 Shop Now
08
The Trench Coat
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
ASOS
available at ASOS $95 Shop Now
09
The Black Pant
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
J. Crew
available at J. Crew $98 Shop Now
10
The White Button Up
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Nordstrom
available at Nordstrom $50 Shop Now
11
The Pump
Are Your Wardrobe Basics Worn Out? Re-Up With These Chic Picks
Nordstrom
available at Nordstrom $84 Shop Now
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