30 Not-so-Basic Basics That Are Cool Without Even Trying
If you read Who What Wear on the reg, you'd know we love a good basic more than anything. We're all over the best leggings, tees, and jeans worthy of your next restock but today we're switching things up a little with the basics that have a little something special that makes them stand out. With subtle yet exciting new details, these will the be perfect update to your array of staples because they're just as versatile but have that extra element that makes them as exciting to wear as any trend piece.
The cool winter basics I'm about to showcase here each have details about them that sets them apart from the simple basics you already know and love. Think skinny jeans with an ankle slit, tops with asymmetric necklines, and even elevated-looking sweatpants that are all delightfully affordable. As the kids say, yes, I'm "simping" over these cool finds and I think you will, too. Scroll down to shop them all.
I've seen fashion girls wear this one with knee boots and bare legs, and I'm all about it.
The kind of interesting trousers that make you forget about your jeans.
Calling all fans of skinny jeans, these are the trendy upgrade you've been looking for.
Did I just find the easiest way to wear the cutout trend?
You need to zoom in on that crinkled texture, trust me.
Shop the matching Crinkled Silk Blend Shirt ($149)
Now that's what I call a low effort, high reward outfit.
I've been seeing these tops all over Instagram and now I want one, too.
So much chicer than your standard white T-shirt.
This only looks complicated, but it's actually the easiest thing you could throw on.
Yep, stirrup leggings are back—and better than ever.
Next up: The Coolest Winter Outfits All Feature These 8 Pieces
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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