From Fresh Tees to Classic Denim—30 Basics I'd Happily Unwrap This Holiday Season
Gifting basics may seem, well, basic—but not these basics. In the age of "capsule wardrobes" and "quiet luxury," high-quality basics actually make for the perfect gifts.
Classic, wearable, and long-lasting pieces are the gifts that keep on giving. As an editor, I'm constantly searching for the best of everything, from perfectly cut white T-shirts to forever jeans (at the best prices, of course). Ahead, you'll find my meticulously curated short list of fashion's top essentials, all of which are guaranteed to become staples in your or your loved ones' wardrobes. That is, as long as you do your job correctly and gift them to the right people.
Whether you're upgrading your own staples (always allowed) or elevating someone else's closet this gifting season, the guide below is your one-stop shop for the best of basics.
Copelyn is a freelance fashion and accessory editor who formerly worked for Who What Wear as an associate shopping editor. Before her time at Who What Wear, Copelyn was at Bustle Digital Group, working on the accessory market for cover shoots and fashion features across Nylon, The Zoe Report, Bustle, Romper, and Elite Daily. Copelyn also previously worked at InStyle and Cosmopolitan in the fashion departments. Copelyn has a journalism degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In her spare time, she freelances in graphic and web design in the fashion space and loves to upcycle clothing, home décor, and sneakers.
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