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“Fashion fades; only style remains the same.” by Coco Chanel
A great wardrobe consists of casual basics complemented by fashionable and contemporary designs. The ‘Wardrobe Essentials’ are all timeless pieces that can be mixed and matched all year round in addition to the fact that they blend in perfectly with the main idea behind Perfectly Basics: ‘The best wardrobe begins with the right basics’. It is important to invest in timeless essential pieces because they can be worn throughout multiple seasons and can be combined endlessly matching your personality and style.
Here is a list of our favourite classics that have been dominating the fashion scene for decades and will continue doing so for many years to come. The absolute must-haves that every woman should have in her closet and the fundamental basis on which every wardrobe should be built on.
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| Trenchcoat
The classic trenchcoat, as designed by Burberry as raincoat for British officers in World War I, has dominated the fashion scene for years. Originally a transhipment model with double-breasted closure in neutral colors like black and beige, the trenchcoat has been subject to many design changes...
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| LBD
Every woman needs a LBD, or ‘Little Black Dress’ that she can endlessly combine. The LBD attributed to a design by Coco Chanel in the 20’s of last century, is often described timeless, versatile and accessible and is preferably made in a neutral hue. Furthermore, this feminine and slimming item is flattering...
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| White Shirt
The classic white blouse, inspired by the men’s basic shirt, is one of the most iconic and timeless items found in a modern woman’s wardrobe. On-duty it can be perfectly combined with a feminine fitted blazer and slim cut trousers, however, off-duty it can be worn casually with jeans and sturdy boots...
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| Jeans
Jeans are next to the white blouse the most iconic and authentic item in both the women’s and men’s wardrobes. Designed in 1873 by Levi Strauss, the current Levi’s and Jacob W. Davis started out as sturdy trousers for sailors with blue denim fabrics from the French town of Nimes...
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| Leather Jacket
One of the statements under the must-haves in a casual wardrobe of a modern woman is without any doubt the leather jacket. Tough and rebellious with a classic touch and especially in the 50’s it was iconic and introduced by the film world in Hollywood. The leather jacket has contributed...
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| Handbag
A hand bag is every woman’s favourite travel partner. All her essentials should fit inside it. It is important to invest in a timeless, classic leather bag in a neutral hue, which you can endlessly combine throughout several seasons both casually and smart. A bag may complement a look or can be...
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| Blazer
The blazer, originally designed for men within the athletic world mid nineteenth century, was re-discovered by Coco Chanel around 1920 as a chic and stylish choice for women. The blazer can be worn in a chic way with a pair of trousers or a pencil skirt but it can also be perfectly combined...
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| Jersey Basics
The best wardrobe starts with the right basics and that definitely includes jersey tops and T-shirts. In layers as well as solo, they can endlessly be mixed and matched and are indispensable to almost any outfit. Black, dark blue, wit and grey tops with comfortable fits in soft materials are the absolute...
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| Pumps
High heels are essential in order to add femininity, elegance and spice to any business or casual look. Invest in a pair of timeless leather pumps that fit perfectly, have the right heel height and make sure they are in a neutral hue. Heels give you confidence and they make sure that you walk upright...
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| Pants
Classic pants are both comfortable and stylish, they can be worn to the office together with a fitted blazer and a classic crispy white blouse. Yet they can also be worn in a casual way with a printed T-shirt or statement knits. Pants are a simple and always elegant choice and provide a streamlined...
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| Skirt
Mini-, and maxi-skirts, pleated skirts, pencil skirts, A-line skirts and skirts with an empire waist line; skirt have been the synonym for femininity for centuries. In the 60’s mini skirts were a definite trend and today we find ourselves wearing mini as well as maxi skirts. Choose a timeless...
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| Flats
Every woman needs a pair of flat shoes in her wardrobe, whether they are boots, sandals or ballerina’s. Flat shoes are practical but they can also be very stylish and elegant, in addition to that you can endlessly combine them with dresses, skirts, jeans and pants whether it’s on or off-duty...
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| Cardigan
A classic cardigan isn’t just comfortable and stylish but also versatile and timeless and can be worn all year round. A cardigan can be perfectly combined on-duty with slim cut pants and a white blouse. Off-duty it can be worn with jeans and tons of jersey basics. In today’s fashion there are a wide...
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| Clutch
In addition to having a classic hand bag, having a statement clutch is an important must-have for every woman, either for chic occasions or fashionable party looks. In recent years the clutch has become very popular in different colors, materials, sizes and shapes. The clutch can, just like the...
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| Bra
The basis for the perfect look starts with the right underwear and particularly with a collection of perfect fitting bras. When buying a new bra you should always remember that the cup size is very important just as the color and the silhouette. You should therefore invest in a perfectly fitted and...
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