Chances are your closet will contain more than 10 pieces, but not all pieces in a closet can be classified as all-stars. There's bound to be a lot of filler, made up of random pieces that you may not wear quite as often as the all-star pieces and therefore may not be quite as important.
All-star fashion items are the opposite of random filler pieces. They're not necessarily basics, but they have the potential to be worn as often as basics, and they make the rest of your wardrobe look better. When I think about the most important pieces that make for a great closet, there are just 10 that make the final cut, in my opinion. These items will enhance your outfits and make getting dressed easier. Some may be obvious, but some, not so much. Scroll to see if you own them all and to shop my favorite versions of each item.
White Button-Down
No matter your style type, you're likely to find a use for an oversize button-down or two in your closet. It's one of the most versatile, functional pieces you can own.
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Oversize Blazer
An oversize blazer serves many purposes, but the most important one is a lightweight jacket that works over anything.
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Comfortable Black Heels
As someone who lives in comfortable black heels, I can vouch for their practicality and versatility.
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Lightweight Striped Sweater
A lightweight striped sweater is a casual piece that works every single season—as a layering piece in the winter and something to shield yourself from the cool breeze in the summer.
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High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
Denim trends come and go, but this style will never go, so stock up.
Shop great high-rise straight-leg jeans:
Special-Occasion Dress
I think we've all been in a situation where we needed a special-occasion outfit at the last minute, so plan ahead and save yourself lots of trouble later.
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Little Black Skirt
Little black skirts are the new little black dresses. Well, LBDs are still staples, but don't ignore the power of a black miniskirt. You'll wear this as much as you do jeans year-round.
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Small Neutral Bag
I love a statement bag as much as the next fashion person, but I carry small, neutral-colored bags that work for both day and night the most.
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Slouchy Trousers
Slouchy trousers have undoubtedly become as essential to a great closet as jeans, whether as part of a suit or, well, instead of jeans.
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T-Shirts of Every Type
Plain white tees, oversize tees, turtlenecks, graphic tees—they're all staples in a great closet. I, for one, wear some form of a T-shirt almost daily.
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