Basics
Jan 22, 2022

I Only Buy Basics on Sale—These Are the Best Options Out There Right Now

by Gaby Keiderling

Basics on sale - the best options now

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@chasemarieee

I never buy anything full-price. Okay, maybe not never, but it’s definitely a rarity since every time I do buy something full-price, it goes on sale. I bought a white cinched-waist dress a few months ago—now it’s 40% off. Cropped Re/Done T-shirt—now 60% off. Frayed jeans—now 15% off. And thus I have sworn to myself that from now on, I only buy on sale.

Occasionally, this rule gets broken, but only when it’s something I need in a timely manner or from a brand I know for a fact never gets marked down. This rule has saved me countless times (and countless dollars), but I would say it is most pertinent when it comes to basics. The second I see one of my favorite basics go on sale, I buy it. Whether I need it or not, I know I am going to wear it, it’s never going out of style, and there are at least 15 ways to wear it. Ever since I started abiding by this rule, my closet is full of staples that were absolute steals.

After doing a bit of winter cleaning, I finally had some room in my tiny closet for a few more basics. So after some thorough research, I found myself refreshing my tracking info about 153 times to see the status of all my packages. Now that I’m all stocked up on my favorite basics, I thought I would share some of my favorite finds. Keep scrolling to see the best options out there right now.

Frame Le Sylvie Ripped Jeans

Le Sylvie Ripped Jeans

Because high-rise, ripped black jeans are truly a staple.

Rag & Bone Dallyce Crop Cardigan

Dallyce Crop Cardigan

You never know when a cute cardigan is going to come in handy.

Frame Gillian Puff Sleeve Silk Blouse

Gillian Puff Sleeve Silk Blouse

A silk blouse that's 35% off? All over this.

Basics on sale - the best options now

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@modedamour

Re/Done Ribbed Tank Top

Ribbed Tank Top

Loving the Faded Orchid color, but take your pick from countless others.

Cami NYC Everly Cami

Throw a leather jacket over this and outfit complete.

Frame Le High Waist Flare Jeans

Le High Waist Flare Jeans

I have these in two different washes and wear them literally five days a week.

Cotton Citizen Ibiza Square Neck Tank

Ibiza Square Neck Tank

Wear this around the house or out on the town.

Basics on sale - the best options now

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@xbibigul

L'Agence Sabrina Sleeveless Turtleneck

Sabrina Sleeveless Turtleneck

Perfect for layering or wearing on its own.

Anine Bing Allie Shirt

For the days when you roll out of bed and have five minutes to look put together.

Flora Nikrooz Victoria Chemise

Victoria Chemise

Not quite sure what a chemise is, but for $33, I'm about it.

Golden Goose Athena Sweatshirt

Athena Sweatshirt

Don't ask me why, but I am totally obsessed with this sweatsuit.

Basics on sale - the best options now

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@chrissyford

Re/Done 70s Stove Pipe Jeans

70s Stove Pipe Jeans

Denim isn't going anywhere, so might as well stock up.

Danielle Guizio Cable Knit Mini Skirt

Danielle Guizio

Cable Knit Mini Skirt

Pretty sure I wore this to a few bat mitzvahs and pretty sure I would still wear this today.

Stripe & Stare Panty Box Set

Come on, we all wear it, so buy a pretty pair that's on sale, too.

Basics on sale - the best options now

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@cassdimicco

Miaou Frida Top

Because you can never have too many black crop tops.

Flora Nikrooz Victoria Short

These shorts are actually such amazing quality and so comfy—trust me on this.

Cotton Citizen Face Mask

Because face masks are a staple today.