Top 25 Wardrobe Essentials-F/W (21-25)

Happy Tuesday!  Today is the last post in my Top 25 Wardrobe Essentials for the Fall/Winter season series.  Thanks so much for following along.  This week’s post details items 21 through 25.  To see more on the Top Wardrobe Essentials, click on last week’s post, and also see the list of the FIRST TWENTY below.

1.)  Skinny Jeans
2.)  Diamond/Pearl Studs
3.)  Classic Pumps
4.)  Blazer
5.)  White Collared Button-Down
6.)  Pencil Skirt
7.)  Cardigan
8.)  Ballet Flats
9.)  Scarves
10.)  Watch
11.)  Silk Blouse
12.)  Dress Pants
13.)  Clutch
14.)  Belts
15.)  Riding Boots
16.)  Leather Jacket
17.)  Tights
18.)  Black Turtleneck
19.)  Statement Jewelry
20.)  Floppy Felt Hat

21.)  Little Black Dress – Affectionately known as the LBD…this dress is classic, timeless and perfect for almost any occasion (think “Breakfast at Tiffany’s).  Worn with blazers in board meetings or with stilettos to a fancy restaurant – you can not go wrong with throwing on a LBD.  Finding your go-to LBD may take some time and many dressing rooms, but when you find it, your LBD will become a favorite in your closet.  Ensure when buying your LBD that it’s a good quality fabric to stand the test of time and won’t fade (look at the tags).  Check the length and when looking in the mirror ask yourself if it’s appropriate for various functions and different style opportunities; also is it comfortable?  Many women have stated owning a LBD is a “rule of fashion”, so have fun when choosing yours…it will be around for many years to come!
Styled Here: Ophelie, Studded, D&G, Buckled Up, Jay Godfrey (B&W)
My Favorite Brands: WHBM, NORDSTROM
To be Worn: WORK, DAY and PLAY

22.)  Timeless Tote – With all the “stuff” that we seem to carry on an everyday basis, a timeless tote is essential in everyone’s closet.  When looking for a timeless tote, I ask myself these questions…is it roomy, does it have pockets for organization, is it a good quality leather/cloth, is it heavy even with nothing inside, is it versatile with different styles?  With all these specifications, an everyday tote can be a challenge to acquire, but don’t give up.  Your timeless tote may be waiting for you right around the corner, just “in time” for our S/S season!
Styled Here: Style Wild, Michele, Fendi, Cape, 3.1, Chambray
My Favorite Brands/Places to shop: There are hundreds, but some of the bags that I use most often are – LONGCHAMP, MICHAEL KORS, FOLEY & CORINA (just got new-will style soon!).  Stores with a great selection of totes are – NEIMAN MARCUS, NORDSTROM, SAKS.  You can also find great totes at ZARA and FOREVER 21.
To be Worn: WORK, DAY, sometimes PLAY (I usually carry clutches for my PLAY style.)

23.)  Rayban – Holding the first patent for Aviators and creating the Wayfarer, Rayban is one of the most popular manufacturers of sunglasses.  Of course sunglasses were originally designed to shield our eyes and protect them from the sun, but today sunglasses have become so much more…they are a symbol, a brand and even a trademark for some people’s style.  If you don’t own a pair, I highly recommend giving them a try.  Hey, your eyes will thank you!  The best part is when you glance in the mirror with your Raybans on, the theme song for Top Gun will start playing in the background, or maybe it’s in my head…
Styled Here: Tory Burch, Bobby Pins, Prada, Bangles
My Favorite Brands: To purchase RAYBANS, check out SUNGLASS HUT, AMAZON or RAYBAN.COM
To be Worn: DAY, PLAY and of course on the way to WORK

24.)  Basic T-Shirt – Short sleeve, long sleeve, 3/4 sleeve, crew neck, v-neck, no matter the kind, I wear my basic t-shirts to work, during the day or out to play.  Sometimes when I wake up in the morning and just don’t feel like ironing, I turn to one of my basic tees to pair with my dress pants for the office.  Although it’s a t-shirt, it’s in disguise…I wear it under a blazer or splash a statement necklace on top to hide its true identity.  During the weekends, t-shirts are obviously great with jeans, shorts and skirts.  At night, I pair my tees with skinny jeans and stilettos, also spicing it up with a bit of jewelry.  So remember, your basic t-shirt can be styled many ways and become so much more than basic. 
Styled Here: Urban Jungle, Breaking Dawn, Trump, Window, North Face
My Favorite Brands: RILLER AND FOUNT, UNIQLO, GAP/OLD NAVY
To be Worn: WORK, DAY and PLAY

25.)  Trench Coat – Humphrey Bogart in “Casablanca“, Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, Warren Beatty in “Dick Tracy”…the trench coat is a very popular wardrobe item in pop culture.  Although the trench coat has been modified through the years and sometimes even given a bad rap when worn by evil villains in the movies, it is still as classic and versatile as it was in the late 1800s.  Its classic cut, length and color give the trench coat a timeless feel, not to mention keeping the wearer warm and dry.  The trench coat will be forever loved by men and women either worn for comfort, warmth and protection from bad weather or to add a bit of class, sophistication and even some mystery to your style…definitely a wardrobe essential.   
Styled Here: Playground, Clouds, Chanel, Trench
My Favorite Brands: BURBERRY, EXPRESS, ZAPPOS, BANANA REPUBLIC/GAP/OLD NAVY, J CREW, ZARA
To be Worn: WORK, DAY and PLAY

Thanks so much for following along with my Top 25 Wardrobe Essentials posts.  If you have any ideas for some new posts you would like to see, please email me and let me know or just leave a comment below.  Thanks for being a part of Wrinkled Chiffon.