I Buy My Luxe Basics From COS—Here Are 20 On-Sale Items That Will Wow You Too
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.
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.
I love classic button-downs, but this cinched-waist shape is just too chic.
COS Staples Worth Investing In
Y’all don’t understand—I’m obsessed with this dress.
This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a fashion editor living in New York City. What began as a hobby (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a career dedicated to storytelling through various forms of digital media. She started her career at the print publication 303 Magazine, where she wrote stories, helped produce photo shoots, and planned Denver Fashion Week. After moving to Los Angeles, she worked as MyDomaine's social media editor until she was promoted to work across all of Clique's publications (MyDomaine, Byrdie, and Who What Wear) as the community manager. Over the past few years, Jasmine has worked on Who What Wear's editorial team, using her extensive background to champion rising BIPOC designers, weigh in on viral trends, and profile stars such as Janet Mock and Victoria Monét. She is especially interested in exploring how art, fashion, and pop culture intersect online and IRL.
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