The necessary minimum of things that should be present in any woman’s closet is considered to be basic wardrobe. It should include clothing, without which no stylish beauty can do without in everyday life, and which will be able to help out in any situation. Let's figure out what it's hard to imagine a basic wardrobe without.

The main thing in the article

Little black dress and discreet jewelry

As I said founder fashion – the legendary Coco Chanel: “ Every self-respecting woman should have a little black dress.". Indeed, without it one cannot consider a basic wardrobe complete. There is some secret in it, because, despite the changing trends in fashion, it always remains at the peak of popularity.

A little black dress will look great on... teenage girl, and on an older lady, since age restrictions do not apply to him. The only rule that applies to a black dress is: “ With age, the length of the hem of the dress increases, and the depth of the neckline on the chest and back is minimized«.

But what black dress would be complete without embellishment? Young girls are recommended to wear bright accessories. Any jewelry is perfect for accomplished women, from simple jewelry (a string of pearls) to the most exquisite of valuable metals with expensive stones.
With a black dress you should try on:

• pendant on a chain;
• beads;
• exquisite necklace;
• discreet earrings;
• bracelets.

In addition to standard decorations, you can use:

• belt in contrasting color;
• bag or clutch;
• light scarf;
• shawl or cape.

A black dress can do anything. Do you want to look strict?

Dress + discreet jewelry + daytime makeup = interesting business woman.

Do you want to be bright?

All the same - daytime makeup + discreet accessories + brightly painted lips with red lipstick = will make you a femme fatale.

Basic shoes: sneakers, shoes, ballet flats, sandals, boots, ankle boots

Basic shoes- an integral part of the basic wardrobe. Today, any woman will say that there is no such thing as too many shoes, but I would like to highlight the main models that are simply impossible to do without.

Shoes.


A classic shoe option is a must. The pointed toe and small heel will go with any outfit. The color is preferably neutral, which will go with clothes of different colors. This is black, white, beige.

Ballet shoes.

An alternative to heels. They fit comfortably on the leg and can be worn under skirts or trousers. An option for every day, the choice of model depends only on the taste of their owner.

Sneakers.

Sports shoes are a must. It is convenient to play sports in it, you can also go for walks in the park or nature.

Sandals.

The main shoe of the summer season, you can’t do without it. These shoes without heels are great for everyday wear with dresses and skirts, as well as jeans and shorts.

Boots.

It is advisable to have two pairs of them.
Some without heels for everyday wear - these can be UGG boots or leather/leatherette equestrian boots. The choice of boots for every day depends on the style you follow.
The second ones “on the way out” should be on heels. They can be classic with a pointed suede toe or leather with a round toe and a thick square heel.

Ankle boots.

Ankle boots always look elegant, regardless of whether they have heels or wedges.
They look very elegant and will complement the outfit both for the red carpet and for the office or meeting with friends.

Pants

Pants- these are narrow pants with or without creases along the entire length. Pipe trousers are sewn in the following styles:

1. Classic cut.
2. High waisted.
3. Low waist.
4. Ankle-deep.
5. Shortened 7/8.

These trousers have survived more than one wave demand. They can be easily combined with the basic shoes described above. You can wear them:

• with jackets;
• blouses;
• different tops;
• sweatshirts;
• jackets of different styles.

The straight cut of the trousers is slimming and visually elongates the figure. Pipe trousers as a basic item will help you create many elegant and interesting looks.

Accent bag and convenient backpack

The ideal option is backpack bag, This transformer will suit any look, from business to sporty. If such an accessory is made of good quality material, then it will last for a long time.

An accessory bag gives the image status and a unique charm. You can wear it as an elegant handbag with a business suit.

A backpack-style bag is worn as an addition to a sporty style of clothing.
A universal women's backpack-bag today occupies a leading position in the ranking of convenient accent accessories, confidently gaining status – classic of the modern genre.

Black Turtleneck with Classic Pencil Skirt

Turtleneck in itself is a universal type of clothing. This is item #1 in a basic wardrobe, because it can be worn for a walk, work, or visiting. Based on a black turtleneck, you can create a stylish look suitable for any occasion.

Pencil Skirt also does not give up its position and has been an indispensable garment in the wardrobe of a stylish woman for almost 80 years. It helps you look sophisticated and sexy, while still fitting into a strict dress code. Indeed, with its help it is perfectly emphasized:

• waistline;
• leg length;
• graceful curve of the hips.

Despite the fact that the “pencil” fits the female body like a second skin, it looks decent and is quite appropriate in any situation.

The combination of a black turtleneck and a bright classic pencil skirt is suitable not only for a formal look, but also for a romantic date. These two basic pieces can be worn together or separately. With each of them you can combine clothes of many styles, different materials, colors and structures.

Men's loose shirt

Many will say: how can a men's shirt be a basic item in a woman's wardrobe? But they say that there is nothing more graceful than a woman in a man’s shirt. And this rule applies not only to morning wear or clothes for the house; it is also appropriate to wear it when going out. Therefore, it fits perfectly into a basic wardrobe.

Even the legendary couturier Yves Saint Laurent himself strongly recommended that every elegant woman have a men's shirt in her closet, since it looks much nicer than many blouses and will be appropriate both in a work environment and in everyday wear. This shirt goes perfectly with:

• jeans of different styles;
• narrow skirts of different lengths;
• classic trousers.

You can complement it with a fitted vest or a bright tie. Once you try on a men's shirt, you will no longer be able to imagine your wardrobe without it.

Advice: When wearing a men's shirt, you should not overuse jewelry. A simple watch, a pair of discreet rings and stud earrings will be enough.

Women's jacket

Jacket- This is an indispensable item in the basic wardrobe of many women. This is explained by the fact that it can be worn anywhere and everywhere. In stores you can find a jacket of any color, from any fabric, of different models. This item is suitable for wearing all year round, as it can be an accent addition to an already created look or act as a warming garment. The main condition that must be observed is that the fabric and colors must match the season.
You can wear a jacket with:

• cocktail dress;
• skirt and T-shirt;
• pipe trousers;
• jeans;
• asymmetrical clothing models.

A women's jacket can be used as a base for quite bold and daring looks, so it will look out of place at too formal events.

Low waist jeans

Since a basic wardrobe consists of things that can easily be combined with each other and are as versatile as possible, then jeans included in it must adhere to the following rules:

1. Be classic blue.
2. Straight cut because it suits any figure.
3. Perfect to sit on you.

The owner of slender legs will suit tight jeans with a low waist, and ladies with appetizing shapes should prefer a straight cut.

Jeans can be called long-lived in any wardrobe. They are so versatile that it is unnecessary to talk about combining them with other items of clothing. By purchasing high-quality jeans, you will acquire a reliable basis for an entire section of your wardrobe. With their help you can create many bright images at any time of the year.

Pastel jumper and trench coat

Trench coat has long been considered a basic wardrobe item. It adds a stylish touch to any look. A bed-colored trench coat will suit different looks and all kinds of occasions. It goes well with skirts, dresses, and trousers.

It is important to wear it in autumn and spring with high heels or wedges. This way he will reveal all his charm to the maximum, making a woman stylish and extravagant.

Another indispensable detail for creating a base is jumper. Today you can find:

• jumper dress;
• large jumper;
• jumper tunic;
• cropped jumper;
• asymmetrical model.

The product can be made in a business, romantic or sporty style. Which option will suit your wardrobe - decide for yourself. Below we present several interesting images based on a jumper.

Dark cashmere coat

Cashmere has always emphasized status and exclusivity of taste. Every woman should have such a coat, like a little black dress. It can be demi-season or winter.

The main advantages of such a thing include:

• softness and lightness;
• luxurious look;
• feeling of comfort;
• There are no visible creases on it.

Interesting fact: To create cashmere, mountain goat fluff is used. During the season, only 200 g of fluff can be combed from one such goat. To create one cropped coat, you need to comb 8 goats.

There are many models of cashmere coats, each lady chooses what she likes. I would like to note that dark cashmere is more practical, therefore, when introducing a cashmere coat into your basic wardrobe, give preference to dark tones.

We got acquainted with the main base. Now, having in your wardrobe the required minimum elements of clothing described above, you can easily create many original, unique looks and looks. At the same time, they will be different in style and direction, but the things that will be used in the images will remain unchanged. Try to experiment by adding all kinds of accessories and interesting things to the base of your wardrobe. Create stylish combinations and wear them with confidence. Be bold and you won't go unnoticed.

Every modern girl must know what a basic wardrobe is. A basic wardrobe is a set of things that are universal in color and material and includes all the necessary categories of clothing and shoes.

The main thing is that it fully suits your style and lifestyle. In fact, a basic wardrobe is a very useful and necessary thing. It helps you save a lot of money and at the same time allows you to always look beautiful and stylish. But putting it together is actually difficult, you need to know the tricks and all the details. Therefore, today we will analyze all the important criteria for the basic wardrobe of the spring-summer 2019 season.

In principle, there are no restrictions or rules for choosing a dress for spring. The only thing is, when buying something that you plan to wear a lot and often, carefully read the composition of the fabric and better not skimp on quality and cut. The most comfortable and appropriate length is half a palm above the knee; it is logical to choose a model in calm colors that will match most of your clothes.

Knee-length dresses made of wool and other warm materials are consigned to the back drawer, replaced by models of a similar cut, but made from light fabrics in light shades. For every day, a straight or flared dress up to or just above the knee is best. Color - beige, light gray, blue or light blue. The white one is especially captivating, but it is better to wear it in dry weather - no one has yet canceled the car enthusiasts who splash you out of a puddle.

The main joy of mid-April is dry streets, and, accordingly, the opportunity to wear your favorite shoes with a dress and not be afraid of ruining them. For spring, you'll need at least one pair of classic pumps. Choose models with heels no higher than 9 centimeters, otherwise beautiful shoes will spend most of the time in the closet while you run errands in sneakers. Color in this case also matters; the hit of this spring is white.

If the dress plays the main role in a woman’s wardrobe, then the skirt can safely be given second place.

According to experts, every woman should have at least three different skirts in her wardrobe: in business style, for every day and for romantic dates.

A romantic, modest, but not without a slight provocation image is created by models in lingerie style. It is perfectly supported by fashionable lace, which in skirts for the summer of 2019 is used both as an active decor and as the main fabric.

Such models look most advantageous in “maxi” or “midi” lengths. Multi-tiered flounces, frills, embroidery or appliqué trim are combined in this style with the most delicate, flexible fabrics. The finest cotton - cambric and muslin, silk and satin in delicate pastel shades of lavender, milky white, pearl and pink most expressively support design ideas. The only “but” is that such models only create a hint, but do not show details.

Stylists did not limit themselves in length, choosing many variations as the fashion standard - from ultra-seductive mini and strict midi to romantic maxi. As for fabrics for skirts, the next season will put at the forefront of everything: the most delicate chiffon; aggressive skin; noble suede; flowing satin; aristocratic velvet.

An interesting trend that claims to be a trend next year is patchwork. It makes it possible to carefully combine several types of material in one wardrobe attribute. Animal prints, appliqué with large elements and hand embroidery will bring brightness to the skirts. At the same time, you will clearly feel the gravitational pull towards a romantic look: clothes with soft folds are a favorite of 2019.

The traditional “white-black” parallel remains in demand. She was never driven out of fashion Olympus, since she suitably dilutes coffee, pink, coral and blue colors. Skirts with an erotic scent, trapezoidal cut and unimaginable slits are no less expressively parading along the world's catwalks.

The colors of the new season's skirts are pleasingly diverse. There is a place for mustard, olive, raspberry and pink shades. The designers did not ignore rich red and fuchsia. During the cool spring period, demand for bright yellow, orange and blue tones does not fade.

The pastel range is represented by an abundance of milky shades. And, of course, there were achromatic colors in the form of white and black. The most popular prints of the season will be plant-themed designs, wide multi-colored horizontal stripes, checkered patterns, and abstract motifs.

As for the finishing, no special changes or innovations are expected in terms of decor. Fringe, stripes of fabric, rhinestones, sequins, stones, hand embroidery, appliqué, flounces, ruffles and contrasting belts are still popular.

Pants won the hearts of women in the spring summer 2019 season. They are increasingly replacing skirts and dresses from women's wardrobes. In the spring and summer of 2019, in any weather, more and more women prefer to wear trousers. In every girl's closet, trousers are presented in various variations: several types of jeans, loose sports jeans, classic and skinny, long and short, various styles and colors. Age is no barrier for trousers. Older women are increasingly using this part of the men's wardrobe more and more boldly. Shortened trouser models are very popular in the spring-summer 2019 season.

Breeches, capri pants, and culottes have firmly established themselves in the basic wardrobe of fashionistas, helping to create unique and stylish looks. Among such styles, there are very rarely options for cool weather, so designers use all their talent and creativity to create summer models.

When buying a shortened model, it is important to choose the right style, since if you choose the wrong one, you can visually spoil the proportions of the body. Short girls are recommended to wear them only with open shoes with high heels, otherwise the shortened length of the trousers will “eat up” several centimeters of an already short height.

Representatives of the fair sex will see changes in denim clothing in 2019. Wide denim pants will be in fashion. Of course, high-waisted straight pants will not go out of use either. These trousers can be worn with shirts, short tops, beacons and T-shirts in various colors. The following colors will be relevant: black, white, beige and brown, red and blue. Classic jeans will never go out of fashion, well, at least for the next couple of years, that's for sure. Jeans are a universal thing.

With the help of jeans, any girl can create the most original looks, ranging from office to elegant. As they say, you don’t have to spend a lot to look chic. You can also complement your look with various accessories.

A T-shirt is sure to be present in every woman’s 2019 summer wardrobe. There's nowhere without her. It is practical, versatile, stylish. Depending on the material, cut, and color, it can compete with a women’s shirt or blouse as an element of business style. With the right choice of accessories, a T-shirt can become the basis for creating an evening look. And you can’t think of better clothes for everyday wear in the summer of 2019. The main trend of the season is that the model should emphasize a woman’s individuality, good taste, and also match her mood.

Today, finding a suitable T-shirt model will not be difficult, since the spring-summer 2019 collections are simply replete with original, fresh ideas. Fashionable T-shirts in the spring-summer season 2019 are, of course, T-shirts with prints. These can be either black and white portrait images, or realistic or abstract drawings of the brightest colors. Girls can combine fashionable T-shirts for the spring-summer 2019 season with skinny trousers, jeans, as well as shorts and skirts of different lengths.

When you come to a shopping center, where every store promises 70–80% discounts, you want to buy everything! But this is of no use, approach shopping wisely, and you will not suffer from the problems of “I have nothing to wear” and “I’m not fashionable.” Make a list in advance, and in boutiques pay attention only to those things that will be in trend in the spring of 2017.

1. Checkered coat

3. Oversized sweater

What can I say: a warm and cozy sweater, where are we without you? Our winters are long, in the spring you can wear it under a leather jacket or wear it instead of a jacket. Just let the sweater be wool, and not pure acrylic.

4. Long cardigan

Same story as with the sweater. - warm and comfortable, will easily replace your summer coat. In the new spring-summer collections it will cost much more, but the meaning and form will not change. So it’s better to take it now than to overpay later.

5. Embroidered jeans

Jeans with holes are a thing of the past; now jeans with embroidery occupy the fashionable pedestal. Of course, it won’t be easy to find them on sale: after all, the shelves are currently littered with holey models. But if you remember seeing embroidered jeans in that store over there early last fall, run quickly! Surely, now these jeans are sold at a good discount, and you will be in the trend before anyone else.

6. Two-piece suit

All fashion magazines and portals have been talking about the two-piece suit for several seasons in a row (and so have we). It seems to us that an elegant trouser suit has long been included in the basic wardrobe. And since it’s basic, that means everyone needs a suit. A high-quality jacket and perfectly fitting trousers made of good fabric are expensive, so it’s better to go looking for a stylish set now.

7. Leather jacket

Most likely, now you will be indignant: “How much can we talk about a leather jacket?” Let's agree: we'll stop trying to persuade you to buy yourself a cool black leather jacket when aliens arrive on Earth. If you bought it last year, great, but if not, then maybe the time has come?

8. Cropped pants

Culottes fell in love with fashionistas in 2016, but are not going to leave their hearts and wardrobes in 2017. And if last season you might have doubted and painfully decided whether you need cropped trousers or not, then now just take them! Experiments are always good, especially if you don't have to spend a lot of money on them.

9. Something pastel

We say “anything” because we don’t want to force you into a box. A soft pink dress, a powder coat, a pale blue midi skirt, a lilac blouse - the choice is yours. There is only one meaning - pastel shades remain with us and do not want to relinquish their authority in the fashion world.

10. Leopard print accessory

It seems that animal print is once again ahead of the curve. And no matter how much they scold him, call him vulgar and pretentious, it is impossible to say goodbye to him. Frankly speaking, in the spring, designers invite us to try on bright coats and jackets with animal colors. But while we work up the courage to wear a leopard coat, let's stop at the handbag. You have to start somewhere, and it’s not far from a coat.

11. Reptile leather bag

Next on our list is a super fashionable bag made of reptile leather (or its imitation). It looks cool and goes with almost everything. A universal item. If you want to buy a handbag made of genuine leather, and not a substitute, look for it on sale - you will save a decent amount of money.

12. Over the knee boots

Did you think we forgot about shoes? Not at all. During discounts, it is best to buy boots - at the beginning of the season, prices for them are steep, but at the end of winter you can grab a luxurious pair for reasonable money. Buy warm ones with fur - they're great, which means you'll wear them next winter. If you find thin spring ones, they are absolutely beautiful; you will be fashionable in them both in spring and autumn (and for more than one season). And the question “will boots be relevant this year?” Don’t even ask - of course, where will they get away from us?

13. Unusual shoes

A smart housewife (and fashionista) begins to prepare for summer in winter. And although it’s not so easy to find beautiful shoes during the January sales, what if you can? The more original the shoes, the cooler. And in combination with cute socks, you can wear them already in mid-spring.

Which one from this list will you choose?

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Ekaterina Malyarova

Basic wardrobe - where to start

Sooner or later, every woman is faced with a situation when, waking up in the morning, she does not want to spend time creating an interesting image, she wants to quickly get dressed, leave the house and feel comfortable throughout the whole day.

It’s not for nothing that our thrifty and practical mothers and grandmothers came up with the saying “to the feast and to the world.” Because, even with a lot of different clothes, you can face the problem of “nothing to wear.” It’s much easier when you don’t have a lot of clothes in your wardrobe, but they help out in any situation. It is optimal if the wardrobe contains things that are comfortable, that do not become outdated or can be changed slightly, and that are perfectly combined with each other.

These are the things that serve as the basis of a basic wardrobe. Win-win images are built on them. These things are your “second skin.” No wardrobe can be called complete if it does not contain basic things. Therefore, first of all, start with the formation of a basic wardrobe.

Rice. 1. An organized basic wardrobe is your faithful friend and assistant. With it you will never have to deal with the problem of “what to wear”.

Basic wardrobe - how to make it

You should create a basic wardrobe, first of all, based on your lifestyle. Yes, there are different lists of basic things recommended by stylists, but if you are a housewife and most often wear jeans, T-shirts and sneakers, then these are the “core” of your wardrobe, and not a white shirt, pencil skirt and classic pumps. Or, for example, you have a creative profession, then a casual wardrobe would be most appropriate for you, but not a business suit, which would be appropriate for an office worker.

Remember the things that were previously in demand and often helped you out - perhaps there is a reason to add them to your basic wardrobe. In addition, when choosing basic things (and any other clothing, in principle), you should take into account your body shape and the colors/shades that suit you best.

Fig.2. The basic wardrobe is different for everyone. From left to right: basic sheath dress, basic pencil skirt, basic Chanel style jacket.

Basic items in the wardrobe

However, there are certain requirements for things in a basic wardrobe. They should be of good quality, neutral colors (beige, brown, grey, dark blue, black, white, etc.), have the simplest possible cut and minimum details, and also fit you perfectly. Too boring, you might think.

Yes, of course, it’s good to have bright and unusual things in your wardrobe, but, as a rule, to create a harmonious ensemble from them, you need absolute taste, and sometimes this is not enough, since such things are good only in solo versions, where they play the main role , and for secondary ones, things are again selected from the basic wardrobe.

Elements of a basic wardrobe

If you set out to learn about the elements of a basic wardrobe, you will probably come across lists offered by different stylists. You can familiarize yourself with them for a general understanding of what elements can be included in a basic wardrobe, but you shouldn’t run headlong into shopping with these lists. Because everyone has their own base.

For some, A-line skirts are more suitable than the pencil skirts offered in similar lists, or, given their needs, someone needs simple T-shirts and jeans more than white shirts and formal trousers, which are appropriate for business attire.

Fig.4. There are many basic wardrobe lists, but remember - you should create a basic wardrobe not according to lists, but based on your lifestyle.

The ideal basic wardrobe

The ideal basic wardrobe takes into account your basic needs. Stylists often come across the following advice for choosing basic clothing: buy an item if in the future you can easily create four looks with it using items you already have in your wardrobe. That is, having bought another skirt, you mentally remember that, for example, you can combine it with a white shirt, a jumper, a jacket, and a bright top. Thus, you will get four completely different looks, suitable for different situations.

Fig.5. One skirt - three looks: with a jumper, T-shirt and bomber jacket, top and jacket

Seasonal basic wardrobe

Now about seasonality. We live in a country with a pronounced seasonal division. Therefore, having one basic wardrobe for summer and autumn is unrealistic, no matter how much you would like. There are, of course, items of clothing that can “move” from one season to another, but you can’t get by with them alone. Below are examples of seasonal basic wardrobes.

Let's make it clear right away that this is the minimum. Due to your lifestyle, you won’t need some of this, or, on the contrary, you can expand the options offered by purchasing the basic things you need.

Basic wardrobe for summer

Fig.6. Basic wardrobe for summer. Shorts, T-shirts/tops, light trousers, dress/sundress, windbreaker, swimsuit, sunglasses, sandals.

Basic wardrobe for spring

Fig.7. Basic wardrobe for spring. Trench coat, jacket/vest, blouse, skirt, trousers, bag, shoes.

Basic wardrobe for autumn

Fig.8. Basic wardrobe for autumn. Jacket, cardigan, jeans, skirt, sweater, boots.

Basic wardrobe for winter

Fig.9. Basic wardrobe for the winter. Coat, sweater, trousers, skirt, dress, boots, headdress.

Basic wardrobe relative to age

There will be slight differences in the basic wardrobe based on age, but these should still be taken into account. It is clear that at 20 years old everything suits you, there are no special restrictions and you can afford to experiment with different lengths, different styles, colors and prints.

At the age mark of 40 and above, you need to pay due attention to the sculptural cut. Say no to overly tight clothing and mini lengths.

After 60, allow yourself to enjoy expensive fabrics. Your priority should be the quality of basic things.

As mentioned above, everyone can have their own basic wardrobe. But if we take the classic basic wardrobe of a modern woman, then its basis is:
- jacket;
- sheath dress;
- pencil skirt;
- straight-cut trousers;
- white shirt;
— cardigan/sweater;
- jeans;
- white T-shirts;
- pumps;
- a bag with a structured shape.

Fig. 10. The basis of a basic wardrobe.

Building a modern basic wardrobe

If you set out to create a basic wardrobe from scratch, then get ready for the fact that it will take you up to two years. Focus on fashion trends, adapting them to your basic wardrobe.

Jacket/blazer

If you want to create a basic wardrobe that would not look boring, stylish, modern and relevant, then choose those styles of basic things that are relevant now. Everything related to styles comes into fashion for more than one season. Therefore, the basic item will still serve you for quite a long time - 3-4 years.

A jacket is a must in a modern basic wardrobe. Better yet, a blazer. Please note that it should not be fitted or short, as this model is already outdated. A loose, elongated blazer, without hard shoulders, fits well even on women with curves. It can be without buttons, as it is most often worn unbuttoned. Or you can create a more closed version by tying a leather belt over the blazer.

An alternative to a jacket is a bomber jacket. The bomber jacket has been a hit in recent years. You can wear it with any simple basic things. It makes the look more modern and casual.

Fig. 11. A modern basic jacket/blazer. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Biker jacket

It’s hard to imagine a basic wardrobe without a leather biker jacket. Biker jackets have their own character, which is always emphasized by straight lines and sharp angles. Therefore, choose a model with a collar consisting of two triangles (English collar). A stand-up or round collar on a leather jacket will make you look older. If you have high hopes for a leather jacket, then take the simplest option possible, with a minimum of decor (preferably without it).

Fig. 12. A modern basic biker jacket. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Sweater

Another item of modern basic wardrobe is a sweater. Oversized - for slender women, or a straight-cut sweater that does not change the contours of the figure. Pay attention not only to how the sweater fits your figure, but also to its texture. Thin textures do not add extra volume, unlike coarse knitting, for example. Tight sweaters are taboo, they are outdated and do not look stylish or modern.

The sweatshirt is a sporty version of a loose fit, with an elastic band at the bottom. Suitable mainly for slender women with small breasts. For those who are overweight, or have large breasts or large hips, choose a simple sweater rather than a sweatshirt, because a sweatshirt emphasizes the existing volume.

An alternative to a sweater is a turtleneck. If the turtleneck has a fitted cut, then use it only as a bottom layer, putting a cardigan, vest or jacket on top, for example. If you do not plan to wear anything over a turtleneck, give preference to a straight-cut model that does not hug your figure - such a turtleneck looks fresher and more relevant in the light of the latest fashion trends. The preferred materials are knitted jersey, wool, and cashmere.

Fig. 13. A modern basic sweater/turtleneck. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Dress

A modern basic dress is not necessarily a sheath dress. Remember, basic clothing should fit perfectly and not highlight flaws. A sheath dress is not suitable for all body types. Therefore, choose the dress style that suits you best. Basic dresses can also include a shirt dress or a simple straight-cut dress that fits quite loosely. A few more words about the sheath dress - do not wear a blouse under it. Either wear it as is - with bare arms, or choose a sheath dress with long sleeves.

Fig. 14. Modern basic dress. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

This doesn't mean you shouldn't have dresses on the right in your wardrobe. They can be in your wardrobe, they just aren't basic.

Trousers

Basic trousers are the ones that fit you perfectly, so make your choice based on fit first. For slender, beautiful legs, you can afford skinny pants or leather leggings. For everyone else, modern basic trousers are 7/8 cropped (at the ankle), straight or tapered, with a normal waistline (not low rise). Pants with arrows are visually slimming.

These trousers can be worn with both heeled and flat shoes. Wide straight trousers from the hip are also permissible; they should be worn to the floor, that is, they are more demanding on shoes. An option for more daring fashionistas is culottes. These are cropped wide-leg trousers.

Fig. 15. Modern basic trousers. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Tops

A modern basic wardrobe includes several tops. Tops differ from regular T-shirts in that they have a more presentable appearance. Previously, all basic wardrobe lists included T-shirts. But T-shirts are not always appropriate; often jackets/cardigans were worn over T-shirts so as not to feel too “naked.”

Tops don't have this problem because they have wider straps, allowing you to wear them without anything on top. This way you will look decent and feel comfortable. Current models of tops are those that have a straight cut, sit somewhat loosely on the figure, without any decoration.

A less formal option than a top is a T-shirt. A modern T-shirt should also fit fairly loosely on the figure. It can be tucked into a skirt or trousers completely, or only in the front, marking the waist line.

Fig. 16. Modern basic tops/t-shirts. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Blouse

A modern blouse looks more like a men's shirt. It is loose, even slightly oversized, not transparent. The minimum set in a basic wardrobe: cotton for casual style and silk for more status. Well, let’s add a denim shirt to them, which easily fits into images with unusual things of an original cut, balancing them.

Fig. 17. Modern basic blouses. On the left - they fit, on the right - they don’t fit.

Accessories

A modern basic wardrobe is unthinkable without accessories. And first of all these are bags. One of the current basic models is the shopper bag. This is a large bag that can be carried either in your hand or on your shoulder. It should be of a laconic design, but the texture and color can be anything. It is the bag that sets the character of your image.

If you have a shapeless bag, then the character of your image will be so vague, too soft. If you are pursuing a different goal and want to look more active and complete, the shape of the bag should be easy to read. At the same time, round, smooth shapes are no longer relevant.

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In the instagram of ugly sneakers, I realized that the rails of the fashion narrative on the blog need to be turned a little for a while :) And therefore today it will not be about cellophane raincoats and not about Crocs on the platform. And about the good old basic wardrobe. Who's happy?

I very cynically sifted through all the upcoming brand trends and left in this post only the simplest and most understandable things from the spring must-haves - the base. So we have a great excuse to go through our closets and think about how to wear a pencil skirt or a cotton jumpsuit to subtly update our everyday outfit and at the same time stay away from trendy extremes. You'll like it.

To create a basic mood, I’ll first show you a few beautiful pictures of an adequate, fresh street style. At the same time, let’s make sure that trends don’t need to be taken sooooo literally. You can rock an awesome bow even in today’s wild fashion. We know that the whole trick is in the dosage and proper adaptation. Here's another relevant one:

Well, now let's go through the list. I’ll say right away: I collected it according to my taste and according to my criteria of everyday adequacy, so you can easily choose just one thing for yourself - and everything will be great!

Pantsuit

Actually, we could stop at this point in today’s selection – because there is simply no more popular thing right now. It seems to me that almost all designers have gone through the costumes and street style on top. I can’t even single out any specific must-have nuance. Well, maybe the general impression of masculinity and at least slightly oversized. And at the same time a looooong rainbow of colors.

Suits by Dolce&Gabbana, Victoria Beckham and Ports1961 from the spring-summer 2018 collections

By the way, a loose suit is also damn slimming, who forgot. In general, this is now the number one thing to such an extent that you can walk it stupidly like a suit - that is, without any unnecessary styling at all. Here are examples of current street style and on guests of currently ongoing shows:

Please note: in each outfit the suit is worn over a turtleneck. This is not a requirement, but the set is very favorable now

And then the best part begins: the suit can not only be worn as a total look, but also separated. At the same time, there is such an incredible number of outfits with different moods, it turns out that an unfortunate two will pay for itself seven times over the next month.

Well, keep up with the fiery life hack. If you want it to be more fiery, wear a suit on your naked body with huge aglicross earrings. I compiled photos from the instagram of a clothing store of Belarusian designers into a collage @kanceptkrama_by for this red suit @rawstore paired with earrings @olga_gradiva demonically beautiful. The second example is the Italian brand Krizia.

Red leather trench coat

Yeah. The shift on red is now total. But at the same time, a trench coat made of leather/eco-leather is a very convenient thing to have in your wardrobe. Especially if you filter the podium and choose not scarlet varnish for your closet, but matte trench coat in any muted shade of red. Plus - a laconic style. By the way, even on the catwalks, trench coats were very discreet. Really great.

Joseph, Trussardi and Dior trench coats from the spring-summer 2018 collections

When it comes to outfitting with him, the main thing is not to overdo it. Here I sketched out two very simple and relevant combinations: for those from my sandbox, I wholeheartedly suggest wearing a trench coat in a normcore manner - with trousers, a T-shirt and sneakers. For those who are categorically against ugliness on themselves, try the option with a loose turtleneck + ankle boots with jeans (trending white ones are great, but you don’t have to bother).

While I was writing the post, my feeds were constantly updated with fresh street style from the passing fashion weeks. Red trench coats are flashing quite actively there. Mostly, of course, in lacquer finish – but that’s what fashion weeks are for. We simply turn on the adaptation mode in our heads:

Dark denim jeans

I’ll make a disclaimer right away: in general, we’re talking about any item made from such strict plain denim - jeans, shirts, skirts, dresses, jackets, etc. But I guess that these simple jeans with a normal fit and without a single torn edge are exactly the thing that many here missed. So here it is:

These are Max Mara, Tibi and Tom Ford from the spring-summer 2018 collections

You need to do exactly two things with them. Firstly, if you wish fold the bottom so that the light underside is visible– this is a distinctive feature of dark denim and another trendy nuance of spring. Secondly, complement jeans with any current shoes– be it metallic sneakers, white mules or pointy kittenheels. I don’t even offer a bike to the top! Admit it, who is happy?

Pencil skirt below the knee

I don’t remember whether I said it or not, but I have one remark about pencils. I hate it when they are categorically referred to as a must-have base. The basic one can be a laconic skirt of any style you need.. But what cannot be taken away from a pencil is its effectiveness. And the most ideal pencil - knee-length - just entered the top spring trends. But I hope we understand that each of us has our own “behind the knee”!

Skirts from Prada, Fendi, Trussardi and Max Mara from the spring-summer 2018 collections

What do we do with a skirt in spring? And again, you won’t believe it, but sneakers are not included in the mandatory conditions :) On the contrary, the most must-have addition to a pencil is mules or narrow-toed shoes/boots of any current type. On top of this is something unisex - a loose shirt or pullover. Then you get a more dress code outfit:

To make your look more relaxed, welcome to the kingdom of sneakers, oversized sweatshirts, T-shirts and nylon socks with sandals. Do you know which socks are especially in favor now? Very thin nylon ones without elastic on top (like those from Oysho).

Actually turtleneck

I think I’ve already mentioned her in passing three times during this post – and for good reason. There’s an interesting story with the turtleneck: it doesn’t seem to be a separate item on the list of must-haves for spring, but at the same time, not a single current combination can do without it. Seriously, in any unclear situation, wear a turtleneck. Just one caveat: no oblipone!

Well, as is clear from the context, current trends are very fond of turtlenecks in multi-layered outfits. On top you can have anything - a shirt, a jacket, a jumpsuit, a corset if you want. In general, you have to take it. And you can do more at once - because this is generally the leader of the base :)

Checkered jacket-coat

I thought for a long time what to include on our list: a checkered jacket, trousers or a coat - because they are all at the peak of popularity. But in the end I decided to draw your attention to a thing that is often found in street style, but in our climate I can’t dare call it a “coat”. We are talking about an elongated checkered jacket, which is made from suiting fabric and is often Googled as a “summer coat.” This is another ever-living and always relevant second layer to our collection. Just right for the warm off-season to wear wide open.

This spring you need to do about the same thing with it as with a suit - wear it stupidly. Wide open, under the belt, with flowing dresses, jeans and wide silk trousers (they are also in trend, if anything). There really are a lot of options.

Sharp-nosed kittenheels

We have already discussed almost everything about shoe must-haves for spring in separate posts. Only kittenheels offended - or rather, pointed-toed shoes of all subspecies with tiny heels. And they have the right place in our list of trend databases. Just in case, let me clarify that this spring we love and wear a bunch of things on kittenhill - shoes, sandals, mules, ankle boots.

Again, I have already shown some of the most successful combinations above - with a midi skirt and rolled up jeans. But by and large, now kittenheels are a trendy replacement for pointy ballet flats. So you can wear them with anything if possible opens the ankle. I put it in italics because this is never a dogma, but as practice shows, this is how kittenheels look most harmonious and elegant in an outfit.

Coveralls

Well, now let's have a spoonful of honey for lovers of relaxed outfits, otherwise you probably got bored among the pencils. I found my favorite among the trendy things - a loose jumpsuit. Fashion sources have called this must-have “worker's overalls,” but there is one catch. The material and styling can be anything you want. I found everything from designers from silk to boiled eggs - so we are not limited in choice.

Jumpsuits by Stella McCartney, MaxMara, Tibi and Trussardi from the spring-summer 2018 collections

By the way, this is very convenient in terms of basicity. Choose a uniform in your style and mix it in any way without any problems. I love loose overalls precisely for their excellent compatibility even with the strangest shoes.

Bulky sneakers

Well, at the end of my list - a promised bonus for those who in our Instagram discussion found themselves on the side of ugly evil :) I promised to include pensioner ugly sneakers in the list of basic must-haves for three reasons. Firstly, I like them; they really break popularity records. Secondly, they really work as a great relaxed staple piece in many modern wardrobes.

And thirdly, outfits with aglicrosses can be beautiful and even feminine. Just take plain light ones.

That's... not all. But I’ll still put an end to today’s list. There are still a lot of beautiful and quite wearable things, and we will definitely be sorting them out over the next six months.

And I have a question: would you like to analyze anything from today’s list in detail in a separate post? It seemed to me that everything seemed clear - but if some kind of unanimous application emerges, then I will be happy.