What do straight-leg jeans, a blazer, and a white button-down all have in common? They are the holy trinity of closet essentials. Being in our 50s, both of us have definitely had our share of ‘What were we thinking?!’ fashion moments. But through a lot of hits and misses over the years and experimenting with different styles and trends, we have learned one crucial tip that we now swear by. Basics are our best friend.

Thankfully, as we’ve gotten older, our fashion choices have gotten wiser. We’ve each developed our own signature styles by anchoring our wardrobes with the basics and then adding accessories and seasonal trends to bring out our fashion personalities. Just as a house needs a solid foundation to build upon, so do our wardrobes.

Acting as the perfect canvas to experiment with trends, these staples—like crew-neck sweaters, leather jackets, and yes, even leopard-print separates—can take you from casual to chic like that. And best of all, they don’t always have to be expensive.

Keep scrolling to see how we each style our unique looks starting with the basic pieces we think every woman should own.

1. Straight-Leg Jeans

“Straight-leg denim paired with the right shoes—classic pumps or boots—can amp up your business casual look, taking you from a lunch meeting to an evening of cocktails and brainstorming.”

2. Modern Blazer

“A blazer is a non-negotiable essential, and you can never have too many. Wear a black belted blazer with a denim skirt to add a level of chic, off-duty style.”

“A slouchier blazer also works with go-to’s like a white T-shirt and jeans.”

A blazer is a non-negotiable essential, and you can never have too many. Wear a black belted blazer with a denim skirt to add a level of chic, off-duty style.”

A sleek blazer also pairs flawlessly with a silk midi skirt.

3. White Blouse

Nothing says crisp, clean, and fresh like the perfect-fitting white button-down. Our motto? When you find one you like, buy a few.”

4. Black Boots

High, low, or over-the-knee, boots are always made for walking… in style.

5. Leather Jacket

A leather jacket is a no-brainer in our arsenal of basics.”

When you think about it, what other pieces in your wardrobe can serve as classic and on-trend, retro and modern at the same time?”

6. Power Suit

Technically a blazer with matching pants, every boss—aspiring and established—should own one of these.”

7. Cozy Sweater

Whether you’re going for a classic crew or mock turtleneck, everyone needs a cozy sweater they feel fabulous in.”

You just can’t go wrong with a cozy sweater—your favorite can be paired with anything.”

8. Trench Coat

A trench coat is always chic. And a staple.”

A trench is so stylish when combined with a classic white T-shirt and on-trend denim. Checks all the boxes.”

9. Classic Bag

Every woman needs a classic handbag to finish off her look. A pop of red, for example, adds a little flair to a classic, structured shape.”

10. Leopard Separates

Remember how we said leopard was a basic for us? We weren’t kidding.”

Leopard accessories basically go with everything.

Skip the bikini and go straight to the good knits.

We look forward to summer as a way to embrace the breezy, naturally languid ease of the season. But with fall approaching, we can’t help but get excited for the new crop of outfit ideas and layering opportunities the new season brings. From oversized blazers and modernized outerwear trends to cozy knits and sweaterdresses, there is much to play with. Get inspired by the following autumnal ensembles—to wear while working from home, indulging in virtual Zoom happy hours, or getting out to enjoy weekend wanderings.

Put aside your favorite little white dresses in favor of one with maximalist appeal. There’s no better fall pairing than an oversized shirtdress teamed with croc-embossed knee-high boots.

You can never go wrong with a well-tailored suiting option; whether you mix and match the blazer with your own favorite pair of trousers, keep the look effortless by utilizing a slouchy white tucked-in tee beneath.

There’s something about cream-on-cream that screams style star to us, so much so that it has garnered its own social media hashtag. Showcase your love for oatmeal dressing with an off-white hoodie and matching joggers for your next fall weekend out.

There’s nothing chicer than stepping into fall with a burnt orange dress to reflect the colors of the season. Paired with gold jewelry, this look will warm you up in no time.

If there’s one trend we’ve coveted from social media, it’s the sweater-wrapped neck detail on top of another turtleneck. When paired with leather pants, the results are effortlessly cool.

Leave it to the sweaterdress to become the end-all, be-all piece in your closet. The right one can carry you through a variety of occasions. Think: breakfast with friends, days at the office, and strolls through the city.

Not only is all black incredibly flattering, it transcends time and trends. The best part? You can guarantee your ensemble will always match.

Denim-on-denim was once a fashion “please do not,” but with the new crop of influencers and street style stars showcasing it, we’ve fallen in love with the sartorial faux pas. Don’t be afraid to mix and match denim dyes for a chic, put-together look.

We can’t help it; we love neutrals. Add a textural element to your minimal look with a fluffy coat and chunky sneakers.

The jumpsuit will always be a mainstay in our hearts and in our closets for its ease—there’s nothing better than a one-step look. But when worn beneath a longline wool coat, the end effect is autumnal perfection.

Update your classic workweek wardrobe with a plaid blazer layered over a white T-shirt, then add dark-wash jeans. This look can take you from desk job to happy hour with nary a costume tweak.

Denim fabric is getting popular with every model this season and this season. Since the day it entered our lives, denim fabric that never comes out is becoming a trend every season. The denim jacket is the favorite part of the spring months. Denim jackets, which are generally worn in autumn, provide comfortable use. It is especially preferred in windy weather.

Offering a cool style, the jackets stand out with their different models. Street fashion has indispensable jackets. Denim jackets are part of the most stylish combinations. You can combine these jackets as you wish. The jacket, which is usually worn with sports combinations, becomes a part of stylish combinations.

It can be worn in places such as day, night, and office. Denim fabric is also preferred with its different colors. It draws attention to different colors, buttons, and femur details. It is combined with denim jackets, dresses, skirts, trousers and gives a stylish look. Denim jackets, on the other hand, are the harbinger of a cool style.

We can say that denim fabric has become an indispensable fabric for men and women. Denim shirts, jeans, jackets, and skirts take up a large space in our closet.

Denim shirts, which we see with slim, narrow models, also appear as a trendy boyfriend shirt model this season. While the boyfriend model displays a more masculine look, the models that tightly wrap the narrow-body give a more feminine look. You can also choose the models you choose according to your style, according to the color tones you like.

Denim shirts are seen with the perfect shades of denim fabric. In the autumn-winter season, denim shirts are worn with every combination. It can be worn over T-shirts from the spring period and can be worn under sweaters in the winter season. You can choose the model you like from the denim shirt models on the shop windows this season and create your own style.

Denim Fabrics

Denim fabrics continue to be our indispensable day by day. Denim fabrics have become everyone’s favorite, both men and women. Denim fabrics are available in all models and types. A wide variety of products, including pants, shirts, skirts, dresses, shirts, shoes, and bags, are on the shop windows.

Denim Fashion for Men

Denim fabrics are adopted for daily use as very comfortable. Especially denim trousers and basic t-shirts are indispensable for street fashion. Regardless, women and men seem to never give up on denim. Denim fabrics are used not only for daily use but also for night invitations and elegant settings. Especially stilettos and denim trousers are like the inseparable duo of night invitations.

Denim Fashion for Women

Denim fabrics rushing from shop windows to street fashion on the runways impress everyone. Especially the denim fabric clothes worn on the denim fabric, which is the favorite of this season, attract attention. Men and women do not give up this fashion. A jean shirt worn over jeans creates a stylish sporty atmosphere. Women Jean pants Complement the jean shirt trend with stylish and colorful heels and fancy accessories. Men, who are totally in love with denim, create denim elegance by wearing jeans, jean shirts, and even jeans. It seems that denim on denim fashion will never end.

Properties of Denim Fabric

Denim clothes are generally 100% cotton. But in later years, fabrics such as 65% polyester and 35% cotton blend are used. Denim fabrics made in various weights are generally woven in blue, dark blue, black, etc. colors.

Denim Fabric Types

Bleached denim fabric
Sanded denim fabric
Stretch denim fabric
Black denim fabric
Blue denim fabric