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11 Pieces of Clothing That Will Never Go Out of Style

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Listen: We’re all about fun new trends, but don’t you always feel better about splurging a little more on things that will have a place in your closet for years? Here, 11 classics you can count on to stay chic.

The Only 15 Items You Need to Build the Perfect Wardrobe


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Memorandum

A Khaki Trench

With a pencil skirt and pumps during the week and boyfriend jeans and sneaks over the weekend, it’ll work around the clock.

Get the look: Zara ($79); Club Monaco ($229); Burberry ($1,795)

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Ciao Christiana

Slightly Cropped Black Pants

Show just a hint of ankle for full, elegant effect.

Get the look: Gap ($56); J.Crew ($90); Banana Republic ($120)

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Penny Pincher Fashion

A Wrap Dress

There’s a reason DVF is obsessed with these—they’re pretty much universally flattering.

Get the look: Anne Klein ($99); Lauren Ralph Lauren ($140); DVF ($468) 

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Brooklyn Blonde

A White Button-down

Borrowed from the boys and oh so versatile.

Get the look: Old Navy ($18); Ann Taylor ($70); Madewell ($72)


A Black Or Navy Blazer

Professional without being as stuffy as a full-blown suit.

Get the look: Avec Les Filles ($55); Vince Camuto ($98); Theory ($425)


A Neutral Pencil Skirt

Blazers, blouses, sweaters—this thing will go with everything.

Get the look: Chelsea28 ($69); J.Crew ($80); Eileen Fisher ($158)

A Denim Jacket

You don’t have to pair it with an entirely blue look, but it’s not a bad idea.

Get the look: Levi's ($65); AG ($215); Frame ($375)

A Little Black Dress

A closet MVP of sorts.

Get the look: Bardot ($95); Norma Kamali ($125); T by Alexander Wang ($375)


A Striped Shirt Of Any Kind

The French look sticks around.

Get the look: Everlane ($25); Splendid ($45); Amour Vert ($88)

A Solid Shirtdress

Easy, breezy and effortlessly chic. It’s spring and summer's best friend.

Get the look: Zara ($30); Cos ($115); DVF ($348)

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Bisous Natasha

A Black Turtleneck

And then there’s autumn’s best friend.

Get the look: Sisley ($50); Majestic Filatures ($90); Vince ($135)


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...