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20 Easy Outfits That Will Make You Look Instantly Put Together

Usually, when we’ve overslept and we’re in a rush and struggling to get dressed, the outfits we throw together are better described as "hungover college senior" than "put-together lady." But looking chic and polished at all times doesn’t have to take a ton of effort. Don’t believe us? Just take a gander at the following 20 ladies, whose outfits are as straightforward as they are gorgeous.

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Sweater + Crop Flare Pants + Flat Sandals

Half-tuck the sweater to keep a chunkier knit from looking sloppy.

Get the look: Banana Republic sweater ($48); Ann Taylor pants ($98); Cole Haan sandals ($130)

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Off-the-shoulder Top + Full Skirt + Kitten Heels

Two things to note here: First, this combination is supremely (and almost universally) flattering, thanks to the clavicle-showing top and waist-cinching skirt. Second, an all-black-and-white look is another easy color trick for looking elegant.

Get the look: Cupcakes and Cashmere top ($85); Maje skirt ($295); Sam Edelman heels ($110)

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Button-down + High-waist Pants + Brogues

Psst…this borrowed-from-the-boys look would be just as stylish with a pair of crisp white sneakers.

Get the look: J.Crew button-down ($59); Club Monaco pants ($148); Vionic brogues ($140)


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T-shirt + Culottes + Moto Jacket

Not only do culottes look automatically composed, they’re also beyond comfortable. (Hello, maximum range of leg motion.)

Get the look: Old Navy T-shirt ($7); Vince culottes ($245); Trouve jacket ($197)

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Skinny Jeans + Blazer + Pumps

Hot tip: Stick to darker-wash jeans. They look more polished and are easier to dress up than lighter washes.

Get the look: Gap jeans ($70); Topshop blazer ($75); Louise et Cie pumps ($60)

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Button-down + Printed Trousers + Pumps

Tuck the shirt all the way in and take off the choker to make this outfit office-appropriate. Then, tousle things up at 5 p.m. for a great day-to-drinks look.

Get the look: Treasure & Bond button-down ($69); Banana Republic trousers ($49); 1.State pumps ($89)

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Sleeveless Button-down + Wide-leg Pants + Metallic Sandals

Think of this as the spring/summer version of the last look and wear it with abandon.  

Get the look: Sejour button-down ($69); Eileen Fisher pants ($168); Birkenstock sandals ($135)

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Denim Jacket + Miniskirt + Sneakers

You Don’t Have to Be Covered Up to Look Put-Together: A Memoir, by this chic lady.

Get the look: Old Navy jacket ($40); Veda skirt ($328); Converse sneakers ($49)


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Black Jacket + Black Jeans + Black Ankle Boots

An all-black ensemble is the easiest way to look like an off-duty model (even if the closest thing you’ve come to being a model is posing for an Instagram snap).

Get the look: Levi's jacket ($98); Paige jeans ($69); Stuart Weitzman boots ($575)

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Boyfriend Jeans + T-shirt + Long Blazer

Counter a loose-fitting jacket and pants with feminine heels and a fitted top.

Get the look: Gap jeans ($80); Target T-shirt ($8); Mural blazer ($75)

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Midi Dress + Blazer + Sneakers

Who says you have to wear heels to look stylish and refined?

Get the look: Gal Meets Glam dress ($168); Express blazer ($108); Tretorn sneakers ($70)

Striped Tee + Jeans + Mules

Grace Atwood’s casual-chic look is begging to be worn to your next brunch.

Get the look: Alternative tee ($38); Madewell jeans ($135); Loeffler Randall mules ($395)

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Jeans + T-shirt + Statement Jacket

We adore this embellished trench, but this outfit template would work with pretty much any light jacket.

Get the look: Frame jeans ($230); Gap T-shirt ($20); Sea jacket ($390) 

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Slip Dress + Belt + Neck Scarf

Unbelted, a slip dress can look a little bedroom. But cinched at the waist and topped with a skinny scarf tied around your neck, it’s a far cry from lingerie.

Get the look: Eileen Fisher dress ($278); Treasure & Bond belt ($49); Madewell scarf ($13)


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Fitted Top + Wide-leg Pants + Pumps

You could mimic these silhouettes in more muted colors, but an unexpected red and pink combo is fun while still being sophisticated.

Get the look: Splendid top ($88); Vince Camuto pants ($89); Sam Edelman pumps ($120)

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Statement Top + Jeans + Heels

Dressing up jeans 101: Pair them with a fancier top (we’re currently loving the one-shoulder thing) and low heels.

Get the look: Walter Baker top ($148); Topshop jeans ($70); Calvin Klein heels ($100)

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Jeans + Blazer + Ankle Boots

The top half of this combination is a no-brainer, and the flash of bold boots peeking out from a cropped hem takes it to the next level.

Get the look: Mother jeans ($228); J.Crew blazer ($198); Jeffrey Campbell boots ($125)

Crop Top + Midi Skirt + Mules

How to keep a crop top classy? Make like Monroe Steele and pair it with a high-waist skirt that shows off just a hint of skin at your midriff.

Get the look: Band of Gypsies crop top ($55); Sportmax skirt ($225); Dolce Vita mules ($120)

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Button-down + Black Jeans + Loafers

Introducing your new weekend uniform.

Get the look: Treasure & Bond button-down ($41); Good American jeans ($149); Free People loafers ($98)

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T-shirt + White Jeans + Loafers

FYI, when you’re pairing a white tee with white jeans, the shades don’t have to match perfectly.

Get the look: Madewell T-shirt ($20); Topshop jeans ($75); Gucci loafers ($730)



sarah stiefvater

Wellness Director

Sarah Stiefvater is PureWow's Wellness Director. She's been at PureWow for ten years, and in that time has written and edited stories across all categories, but currently focuses...