Let's be honest. Buying luxurious wardrobe pieces isn't always possible unless you're rolling in dough—even as an editor. I can't tell you how often my colleagues and I have messaged over Slack about our desire to buy Totême or Prada, knowing it's not currently possible. But just because we lack the means doesn't mean we can't still find affordable clothing that gives off "rich energy." In fact, there's a slew of places our team loves to shop for luxe staples, including Zara and Mango. And while I love those shops just as much as the next editor, I'd be lying if I didn't say that my favorite is COS. Every time I scroll through its new-arrivals section, I'm left gawking over the retailer's ability to take classic wardrobe pieces and make them feel luxe through unique hemlines, colors, and fabrics.
No other retailer understands the assignment quite like COS, so you can see why I was overjoyed when it announced its summer sale. Finding fabulous basics on sale is fantastic in and of itself, but shopping the sale section on COS? That's a top-tier experience. So as COS's summer sale nears an end, I've taken the liberty of rounding up the best staples to buy right now. And since its pieces always manage to sell out quickly, I've also rounded up a few other staples worth purchasing (so that you don't have FOMO). Your new favorite wardrobe essential is a scroll away.
COS Staples on Sale
You'd be wise to pair it with the matching tube top.
Pair with white jeans and black accessories for the chicest summer outfit around.
I can not emphasize the importance of owning at least one trench coat. It’s the key to making any outfit look more expensive.
I love when a classic dress silhouette comes in a trendy color.
But don't worry, it also comes in black.
Hello, date night.
This may be a controversial take, but Bermuda shorts are a summer staple. You can dress them up or down, you don’t have to worry about them being too short, and they’re so comfortable.
All of COS’s trousers are just *chef’s kiss*.
Mesh lovers, this is all you.
I want to carry this by the water.
Give your plain white tees a break for once.
Great mules.
I can guarantee that these will become your go-to summer pants.
The perfect accessory for the summer, if I do say so myself.
Meet your new favorite tank.
This silhouette is incredibly sleek and '90s-inspired.
Suiting never ceases to amaze me.
This color!
I love classic button-downs, but this cinched-waist shape is just too chic.
These sandals are so chic.
COS Staples Worth Investing In
Y’all don’t understand—I’m obsessed with this dress.
I can't stop seeing this bag all over my feed.
Yep, compliments are inevitable.
The relaxed fit of these trousers is so on-trend right now.
Gold jewelry, who?
Unreasonably chic.
The grown-up version of your denim cutoffs.
To make every outfit infinitely chicer.
A perfect summer bag.
This top? Simply delightful.
Don't you dare forget the matching shorts.
The toe detail just gets me.
Vacation is calling.
Chic.
This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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