If you’re wondering where our editors consistently return to for basics season after season, I can tell you there are two retailers I hear our team talk about again and again: J.Crew and Gap.
With J.Crew, I’d go as far as to say that every single one of our editors owns at least something from the brand. That proves it transcends any one specific style or aesthetic, since it’s filled with wardrobe staples. It's one of my go-tos for cashmere, such as the Perfect Cashmere Cardigan, Featherweight Ribbed Cashmere Short-Sleeve Sweater-Polo, and Cashmere High V-Neck Sweater. For spring basics, the Cotton Voile Scallop-Trim Babydoll Dress, Pleated Skirt in Cotton Poplin, and Pull-On Midi Skirt in Cotton Poplin caught my eye.
At Gap, one of my most purchased items is the underwear from the Breathe line. I swear, once you try them, it’ll be hard to wear anything else—they’re that comfortable. Aside from that, there are the Low Rise ’90s Loose Jeans, which became a best-seller after Hailey Bieber wore them. If you like a less baggy fit, there’s also the Mid Rise Straight Jeans. Other current highlights include the $70 Vegan Leather Wedge Thong Sandals and the cotton poplin shirts.
Below, shop J.Crew and Gap basics for spring.
Shop Spring Basics at J.Crew
I wear my black cashmere cardigan all the time.
Polo shirts are back…
…as well as V-neck sweaters.
This cute sheer cotton voile dress.
I love a pleated skirt.
A simple cotton midi skirt.
Associate Editorial Director Eliza Huber put me on to how good J.Crew swimwear is.
If you’re looking for a one-piece.
A crochet cover-up to wear over swimsuits.
The best-selling $98 linen pants.
Shop Spring Basics at Gap
You can’t go wrong with a white tank top.
The most comfortable underwear.
A cotton poplin shirt to wear on repeat.
This drop-waist maxi skirt.
Chic $70 sandals.
A classic spring layer.
Currently 20% off.
The viral low rise jeans.
A straight leg pair for $71.