I'm a Fashion Editor in My Mid-20s—These 10 Brands Guarantee Compliments
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@_sierramayhewFinding cool-girl brands that are actually affordable is not easy these days. Discovering Lioness was an amazing revelation that brought so much fun to my wardrobe. I love that I can find classic staples, like this leather jacket, and fun, trendy pieces in the same place. I tell everyone I know to try out this brand.
I like an oversize blazer that isn't too oversize. This one does it for me.
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@_sierramayhewThere are only a few brands that every Who What Wear editor obsesses over, and Staud is definitely one of them. I remember a time that we all got to preview one of the brand's new collections and were collectively freaking out. The brand simply speaks our fashion love language.
Wearing this denim skirt to fashion week was definitely a good idea.
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@_sierramayhewOpen Edit is a brand that constantly makes pieces that have me gasping at the price point. It's so accessible without sacrificing quality. Above, I'm wearing a pair of sandals from the brand that I can walk in for miles. While my eyes initially went to its shoe selection, I've since fallen in love with everything else that it makes.
The perfect sweater for spring days when it's not too hot and not too cold.
Because your classic black trousers should never be uncomfortable.
These are about to be the next affordable It-girl shoes, guaranteed.
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@_sierramayhewA week rarely goes by that I didn't wear something from Vince. It's my destination for wardrobe staples that I'm ready to invest in. This trench coat has been my favorite for years. If I'm calculating its worth based on cost per wear, it's already paid for itself. I've bought others, but none measure up to the greatness that is this one from Vince. The same experience rings true for other items that I've purchased from the brand.
You deserve to look just as beautiful as the sunset in a dress to match.
I am already thinking of so many outfit ideas just from looking at this.
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@_sierramayhewShoe trends come and go, and I'm always buying into them. I can't watch a trend go viral without trying it for myself. Since shoes tend to be a pricier item, I'm always on the hunt for affordable brands that can allow me to have a large collection. People always ask where I got my shoes from when I'm wearing Sam Edelman.
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@_sierramayhewI remember my first time walking into the COS store. I instantly was furious with myself because of how much I was missing out on. This brand has all the wardrobe staples, plus statement pieces to round them out without being too trendy. Everything in the store is so elevated and chic, so obviously, I'm in love.
Functional and fashionable, I heard that this type of bag is trending hard.
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@_sierramayhewOne of the beauties of my job is getting to know the people behind some of my favorite brands to wear. The Retrofête team is one of my favorites in the industry, and everything they create is absolutely beautiful. I love a good party or vacation outfit, and the brand has become my go-to for wherever life takes me.
Leave it to Ohad Seroya, the creative director of the brand, to take a boring basic to the next level.
The dress that has been on everyone, from Taylor Swift to Jennifer Lopez.
Alright, one of my friends needs to get engaged so I can pressure them into buying this dress.
I want to create a packing list for Ibiza. This dress is first on the list.
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@_sierramayhewAt least once a month, I find something from Reformation and need it immediately. Every time I go to its site, I discover something new and fall in love. While most people go to the brand for pretty dresses to wear on vacation and in the summer, I am actually loving its wardrobe staples. These wide-leg pants I got from Reformation are my current favorite.
My summer go-to look is here, and it comes in both black and white.
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@_sierramayhewAnytime my friends ask me for suggestions on where to shop, I have to tell them about my love for Afrm. If you're someone who is looking to make a statement and wear something exciting, you have to check out this brand. It never fails to surprise me.
I wore this on Valentine's Day and am still in love with it.
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@_sierramayhewSomething Navy is the perfect brand for people who love elevated staples. It always has a fresh take on the pieces that I'm currently obsessing over. While I live in the brand's oversize button-downs, I'm always exploring the many other things on its site.
The brand's blazers always sell fast, so I can't believe how lucky I was to find this one on sale.
And I'll leave you with another basic because I love this brand so much.