I Lead a Fashion Department—These Are the Items Basically All the Staff Owns

I lead one of the fashion departments here at WWW—the market team, specifically. In this role, I conduct many (virtual) meetings to strategize shopping-driven content plans. One of the story ideas that came out of a recent meeting involved taking a deeper dive into the easy and chic items basically everyone on the staff owns. Given their popularity, the five pieces in question could be deemed as wardrobe staples because of their versatile and chic nature.

Furthermore, the said items can actually all be found in the latest offerings of our namesake line, Who What Wear Collection. As a preview, I'm talking about pieces like relaxed tailoring silhouettes, simple knits that can be worn with a range of basics, and throw-on dresses that require little styling.

Keep scrolling for all this and more, complete with shopping picks and visual references. 

Yep, ribbed knits of different varieties topped the list when I asked about wardrobe staples. Whether in the form of a cardigan or a mock-neck silhouette, a ribbed knit is of the moment yet feels timeless.

Miniskirts and maxi skirts will 100% reign supreme this spring, but those tried-and-true midi dresses and skirts will always be a staple among the editors on the team. They're easy and highly versatile.

When it comes to modern staples, those vegan-leather separates are a standout to bring that low-key luxury feel to a wardrobe.

Elevated basics are a must for a solid wardrobe, and that includes a great bodysuit for that perfectly tucked-in look.

Rounding out the list is the trusty blazer. This tailoring item will add a polished and forward aesthetic to just about any outfit.

Next, check out more chic basics to consider.