Closet Staples

Fall is definitely the best season for shopping.  Of course you NEED some new sweaters!  (And jackets, boots, flats, scarves…)  But all of these can really add up, and the last thing you want to do is spend your entire fall budget on items you can only wear for one season (or that you’ll be sick of in just a few months).  Before you go crazy at the mall, make sure you have all the items that are necessary for any girl’s closet!  (Once you check off this list, feel free to get yourself those trendy plaid leggings you’ll probably never wear again past December.)

·      A great pair of jeans: These can be any style as long as they fit well!  You want to find the one pair that looks best on your body and makes you feel invincible when you’re wearing them.  Most likely you’ll want a darker wash, but if a lighter wash looks best on you, that’s great!

·      A white button down: It’s classic and can be worn so many ways.  This will look great with dress pants or a skirt and a blazer, unbuttoned a little with jeans and some great jewelry, or under a cozy sweater with the sleeves rolled up.  It’s versatile and you’ll be so glad you have it.

·      A little black dress: Obviously!  This is so necessary for nice parties or dinners, girls’ night, or (depending on the dress) dressed-down for a more casual look.  I recommend a sleeveless dress with little embellishment so you can add tights, a cardigan, a blazer, a belt, any jewelry, etc.

·      The perfect plain tee: This is similar to the great pair of jeans (and looks great with them!) in that it can really be any style, shape, color, etc.  Maybe you prefer a simple, fitted, white v-neck, and maybe you prefer a fuchsia, over-sized crewneck.  Either way, you want to be able to throw it on when you’re in a hurry or don’t want to put too much thought into your outfit for the day, and you want to be able to accessorize with jewelry, scarves, jackets or cardigans as you please.

·      One item that you just feel great in every time: This can be anything.  It can be a casual dress that always gets you compliments, a leather jacket that makes you feel powerful, or a killer pair of heels that always gives you extra confidence.  This item may not be something you find right away, but if you come across something that makes you feel that great and won’t instantly go out of style, get it!

Check out Katrina’s post on avoiding overspending for more help with your fall shopping!

~Alyssa