Sure, we spend a lot of time talking about trends — at brunch with our friends, in the comments section on Instagram and all over this very site. And while we love a good seasonal trend, we also know that we don’t follow them because the fashion cycle dictates it, but rather, because we feel like it. Still, it’s the basics in our wardrobe that keep our style grounded — without them, we’d likely look like an amateur fashion blogger (bad) or a sheeple-like try-hard (worse).
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But if timeless essentials like the perfect white tee or the must-have pair of work pants have eluded you until now, rejoice! We culled the seven top retailers that have basics down pat. Ahead, the stores to head to and the exact items to add to cart — and your new pared-down capsule wardrobe.
Originally posted on StyleCaster.
Aday
This 2-year-old, female-owned brand is making waves with its athleisure-cool lean, and as evidenced by the brand’s new cross-country Simplicity Tour, it’s in demand.
Aday Something Borrow shirt (Aday, $125)
Aday
This 2-year-old, female-owned brand is making waves with its athleisure-cool lean, and as evidenced by the brand’s new cross-country Simplicity Tour, it’s in demand.
Aday Something Borrow shirt (Aday, $125)
Aday
This 2-year-old, female-owned brand is making waves with its athleisure-cool lean, and as evidenced by the brand’s new cross-country Simplicity Tour, it’s in demand.
Aday Something Borrow shirt (Aday, $125)
Aday
This 2-year-old, female-owned brand is making waves with its athleisure-cool lean, and as evidenced by the brand’s new cross-country Simplicity Tour, it’s in demand.
Aday Something Borrow shirt (Aday, $125)
Aday
This 2-year-old, female-owned brand is making waves with its athleisure-cool lean, and as evidenced by the brand’s new cross-country Simplicity Tour, it’s in demand.
Aday Something Borrow shirt (Aday, $125)
Grana
This Hong Kong-based fashion brand is in the business of timeless, comfortable essentials — and with most pieces priced under $100, it’s practically a no-brainer.
Grana scoopback swimsuit (Grana, $65)
Grana
This Hong Kong-based fashion brand is in the business of timeless, comfortable essentials — and with most pieces priced under $100, it’s practically a no-brainer.
Grana scoopback swimsuit (Grana, $65)
Grana
This Hong Kong-based fashion brand is in the business of timeless, comfortable essentials — and with most pieces priced under $100, it’s practically a no-brainer.
Grana scoopback swimsuit (Grana, $65)
Grana
This Hong Kong-based fashion brand is in the business of timeless, comfortable essentials — and with most pieces priced under $100, it’s practically a no-brainer.
Grana scoopback swimsuit (Grana, $65)
Grana
This Hong Kong-based fashion brand is in the business of timeless, comfortable essentials — and with most pieces priced under $100, it’s practically a no-brainer.
Grana scoopback swimsuit (Grana, $65)
Everlane
Do we really have to wax poetic about how Everlane — the king of all basics — nailed the capsule wardrobe from the top down? Plus, the San Francisco-based brand coined radical transparency, so you can know exactly what went into making each garment.
Everlane The Japanese GoWeave long slip dress (Everlane, $88)
Everlane
Do we really have to wax poetic about how Everlane — the king of all basics — nailed the capsule wardrobe from the top down? Plus, the San Francisco-based brand coined radical transparency, so you can know exactly what went into making each garment.
Everlane The Japanese GoWeave long slip dress (Everlane, $88)
Everlane
Do we really have to wax poetic about how Everlane — the king of all basics — nailed the capsule wardrobe from the top down? Plus, the San Francisco-based brand coined radical transparency, so you can know exactly what went into making each garment.
Everlane The Japanese GoWeave long slip dress (Everlane, $88)
Everlane
Do we really have to wax poetic about how Everlane — the king of all basics — nailed the capsule wardrobe from the top down? Plus, the San Francisco-based brand coined radical transparency, so you can know exactly what went into making each garment.
Everlane The Japanese GoWeave long slip dress (Everlane, $88)
Everlane
Do we really have to wax poetic about how Everlane — the king of all basics — nailed the capsule wardrobe from the top down? Plus, the San Francisco-based brand coined radical transparency, so you can know exactly what went into making each garment.
Everlane The Japanese GoWeave long slip dress (Everlane, $88)
Uniqlo
Yep, the spot you drop by to grab a white tee when yours has seen better days does a few other things well too. Case in point: The Japanese brand’s collection of breezy, summer-ready dresses and button-downs.
Uniqlo Supima cotton crew-neck (Uniqlo, $9.90)
Uniqlo
Yep, the spot you drop by to grab a white tee when yours has seen better days does a few other things well too. Case in point: The Japanese brand’s collection of breezy, summer-ready dresses and button-downs.
Uniqlo Supima cotton crew-neck (Uniqlo, $9.90)
Uniqlo
Yep, the spot you drop by to grab a white tee when yours has seen better days does a few other things well too. Case in point: The Japanese brand’s collection of breezy, summer-ready dresses and button-downs.
Uniqlo Supima cotton crew-neck (Uniqlo, $9.90)
Uniqlo
Yep, the spot you drop by to grab a white tee when yours has seen better days does a few other things well too. Case in point: The Japanese brand’s collection of breezy, summer-ready dresses and button-downs.
Uniqlo Supima cotton crew-neck (Uniqlo, $9.90)
Uniqlo
Yep, the spot you drop by to grab a white tee when yours has seen better days does a few other things well too. Case in point: The Japanese brand’s collection of breezy, summer-ready dresses and button-downs.
Uniqlo Supima cotton crew-neck (Uniqlo, $9.90)
Aritzia
You may not think of the Canadian brand as a place for basics, but once you take a look around, you’ll realize Aritzia has elevated workwear down-pat.
Wilfred Free Huang blouse (Aritzia, $65)
Aritzia
You may not think of the Canadian brand as a place for basics, but once you take a look around, you’ll realize Aritzia has elevated workwear down-pat.
Wilfred Free Huang blouse (Aritzia, $65)
Aritzia
You may not think of the Canadian brand as a place for basics, but once you take a look around, you’ll realize Aritzia has elevated workwear down-pat.
Wilfred Free Huang blouse (Aritzia, $65)
Aritzia
You may not think of the Canadian brand as a place for basics, but once you take a look around, you’ll realize Aritzia has elevated workwear down-pat.
Wilfred Free Huang blouse (Aritzia, $65)
Aritzia
You may not think of the Canadian brand as a place for basics, but once you take a look around, you’ll realize Aritzia has elevated workwear down-pat.
Wilfred Free Huang blouse (Aritzia, $65)
Gap
Yep, your old mall standby is still killing it in the white tee department — and now, the rest of the store’s finally caught up.
Gap vintage-wash crew-neck tee (Gap, $19.95)
Gap
Yep, your old mall standby is still killing it in the white tee department — and now, the rest of the store’s finally caught up.
Gap vintage-wash crew-neck tee (Gap, $19.95)
Gap
Yep, your old mall standby is still killing it in the white tee department — and now, the rest of the store’s finally caught up.
Gap vintage-wash crew-neck tee (Gap, $19.95)
Gap
Yep, your old mall standby is still killing it in the white tee department — and now, the rest of the store’s finally caught up.
Gap vintage-wash crew-neck tee (Gap, $19.95)
Gap
Yep, your old mall standby is still killing it in the white tee department — and now, the rest of the store’s finally caught up.
Gap vintage-wash crew-neck tee (Gap, $19.95)
Theory
Sure, a near-three-figure tee isn’t in everyone’s budget, but if you’re ready to drop cash on a Marie Kondo-like wardrobe that won’t fall apart after two seasons, Theory’s your new go-to.
Theory stretch-cotton cap tee (Theory, $85)
Theory
Sure, a near-three-figure tee isn’t in everyone’s budget, but if you’re ready to drop cash on a Marie Kondo-like wardrobe that won’t fall apart after two seasons, Theory’s your new go-to.
Theory stretch-cotton cap tee (Theory, $85)
Theory
Sure, a near-three-figure tee isn’t in everyone’s budget, but if you’re ready to drop cash on a Marie Kondo-like wardrobe that won’t fall apart after two seasons, Theory’s your new go-to.
Theory stretch-cotton cap tee (Theory, $85)
Theory
Sure, a near-three-figure tee isn’t in everyone’s budget, but if you’re ready to drop cash on a Marie Kondo-like wardrobe that won’t fall apart after two seasons, Theory’s your new go-to.
Theory stretch-cotton cap tee (Theory, $85)
Theory
Sure, a near-three-figure tee isn’t in everyone’s budget, but if you’re ready to drop cash on a Marie Kondo-like wardrobe that won’t fall apart after two seasons, Theory’s your new go-to.
Theory stretch-cotton cap tee (Theory, $85)
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