25 Not-So-Boring Basics That Will Spice Up Your Winter Wardrobe

It’s the side buttons and mockneck for us. Seriously, your go-to pullover has nothing on this number.

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^{Available in sizes XXS to XL.}

2. Free People Santa Clara Thermal Top

This waffle-knit top can be worn as a V-neck or as an off-the-shoulder top—depending on your mood.

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^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

3. The Range Prime Cotton Knit Slashed Turtleneck Sweater

That distressed arm detail guarantees that this turtleneck sweater will stand out from the rest in your knitwear collection.

BUY IT ($350)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

4. Universal Standard Ronda Stirrup Legging

Wear them with flats or tuck the stirrup over a pair of heeled leather booties. Who knew a few extra inches of legging fabric could change a look so drastically?

BUY IT ($94)

^{Available in sizes 00 to 40.}

5. Rag & Bone Eden Cutout Stretch-Knit Midi Dress

This LBD amps up the sex appeal, thanks to the strategically placed cut-outs that cross the bodice and make their way onto the back. Va-va-voom, indeed.

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^{Available in sizes XXS to M.}

6. 525 Asymmetrical Pullover Top

Just as easy to wear as your fave white T-shirt, but the asymmetrical neckline makes it feel slightly dressier.

BUY IT ($88)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

7. NBD Celine Pant

Why not make your everyday leggings a million times more flattering with a split seam at the ankle and ultra-high waist?

BUY IT ($118)

^{Available in sizes XXS to XL.}

8. H&M Oversized Wool Coat

Cut like a trench coat but made like a winter coat, this is one easy-to-wear piece of outerwear that will add a polished touch to any outfit (even if it is sweats and sneakers).

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^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

9. The Line by K Malcolm Belted Cutout Ribbed-Knit Turtleneck Midi Dress

Between the trendy keyhole detail, the ribbed material and the flattering waist tie, this midi dress definitely pushes the limits of what a basic is.

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^{Available in sizes XS to XL.}

10. Sylven LAKE Black Suede Boot

A timeless bootie with a little bling that’s like jewelry for your ankle. What’s not to love about that?

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11. Twenty Montreal Felt Connect Hoodie

Bored by basic hoodies? This hybrid cable knit sweater/classic sweatshirt should snap you out of that funk. (And yes, there are joggers to match).

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^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

12. Bandier x Solid & Striped Soleil Zip Front Legging

Contrast details—like a zipper fly and flattering side stripes—turns boring black leggings into a statement piece. Wear these with a chunky turtleneck and you’ve got a cool new WFH uniform.

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^{Available in sizes XXS to XXL.}

13. H&M + Off-the-shoulder Sweater

Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t get a little flirty with your cozy knitwear.

BUY IT ($35)

^{Available in sizes L to 4XL.}

14. Madewell Drawstring Midi Slip Skirt in Leopard Jacquard

Look, we’ve all accepted that leopard print is a neutral. But this jacquard skirt (with a drawstring, no less) is the best proof we’ve seen thus far.

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^{Available in sizes 00 to 16.}

15. Madewell Washed Leather Chore Jacket

Here's a little reminder that not all leather jackets have to be in the moto style.

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^{Available in sizes XXS to XL.}

16. Frankie Shop Eva cotton-jersey tank

The addition of padded shoulders makes a basic tank into a statement piece—one that’s super trendy, to boot.

BUY IT ($75)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

17. Senso Aubree II Ballet Flats

Swap the expected round-toe and delicate bow for a pair with pointed-toes and an edgy gold ankle chain.

BUY IT ($145)

18. 11 Honoré Jada Skirt

A little ruching goes a long way. Okay, and a dramatic side slit helps, too.

BUY IT ($290; $120)

^{Available in sizes 12 to 26.}

19. Enzo Costa Lurex Jersey Long Sleeve Twist Top

Swap your camel knit top for this twisted Enzo Costa number that’s woven with lurex.

BUY IT ($165)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

20. Stand Studio Farrah Coat

A simple tilt of the quilting on this super warm winter coat takes it from boring to unexpected. The sleek, glossy finish helps, too.

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^{Available in sizes FR32 to FR40.}

21. Agolde Criss Cross Upsized Jeans

A wide-leg style is far more comfy than skinny jeans, but that criss-cross waist detail makes these feel a bit more special than any other denim currently in your rotation.

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^{Available in sizes 24 to 32.}

22. ASOS Design Curve Jersey Leather-Look Jogger

Looks like leather pants but feels like a pair of sweats. Now that’s the kind of piece we consider to be a closet MVP.

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^{Available in sizes 12 to 24.}

23. Everlane Square Neck Top

Scoop necks are so 2020. Prepare for a new year ahead with a cool, fresh square neckline. Your necklaces will thank you.

BUY IT ($78; $47)

^{Available in sizes XXS to XL.}

24. Nanushka Chimo Vegan Leather Straight-Leg Pants

Black leather pants are expected; you’ll get just as much wear out of these toffee-colored babies, while feeling ten times more fashion-forward.

BUY IT ($460; $230)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

25. Merlette Majorelle Hand-Smocked Cotton Blouse

Replace your white button-downs with this smocked number and even your jeans will be appreciative.

BUY IT ($380)

^{Available in sizes XS to L.}

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