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7 Elegant Yet Fresh Basics I'm Buying Now and Wearing Through Autumn
By Allyson Payer,
2024-08-05
They may not be the most fun thing to shop for, but basics are truly the backbone of a wardrobe. They're the pieces you'll wear the most, no matter the time of year or occasion. When a new season is approaching, the wardrobe-related activity I do first is take stock of my basics and make a list of what I want to replace and add to my collection. Despite how useful they are, the fact of the matter is that basics are inherently boring, so I'm here to talk about trendy basics.
Trendy basics are those items that work with lots of different outfits and that you'll still get tons of wear out of, but they look current and fresh. That said, they aren't items that'll go out of style after one season. They have longevity.
As we approach that transitional time of year, I'm shopping for a few trendy basics that I can wear now and throughout the fall season—think light jackets, denim, and dresses. This well-edited assortment of seven standout items is sure to see you through many upcoming occasions, so you can thank me later.
On that note, keep scrolling to shop seven trendy basics I'm buying this season and recommend you do too.
Shop the Trendy and Elegant Basics I'm Buying This Season:
1. Elevated Denim Skirts
Style Notes: Instead of denim miniskirts, I'm shopping for elevated styles like dark-wash pencil skirts and flared midi skirts.
Shop Elevated Denim Skirts:
ASOS Curve
Denim Maxi Skirt With Split Hem
£29
Darker denim is so easy to take from day to night.
Reformation
Delilah Denim Midi Skirt
£188
How pretty is this poplin style?
M&S Collection
Denim Midi Skirt
£30
Dress this up with a chic leather blazer and boots.
2. Barn Jackets
Style Notes: Light jackets always perplex me, but this season, I'm putting a no-brainer barn jacket—the ultimate casual, lightweight jacket—on my wish list.
Shop Barn Jackets:
& Other Stories
Loose Duffle Jacket
£165
This neutral shade will work hard in your transitional wardrobe.
BARBOUR
Beadnell Corduroy-Trimmed Waxed-Cotton Jacket
£229
This darker green is perfect for autumn.
We The Free
Cori Waxed Jacket
£268
Perfect for layering.
3. Leopard-Print Shoes
Style Notes: Leopard print is set to be huge this autumn. I'm getting a head start by shopping for a chic pair of leopard-print shoes, which are surprisingly versatile.
Shop Leopard-Print Shoes:
Reformation
Wilda Kitten Mule
£298
This subtle mesh pair is the perfect introduction to the trend.
Mint Velvet
Leopard Print Textured Ballet Pumps
£109
Wear with jeans, skirts and dresses alike.
Isabel Marant
Fitza leopard-print calf hair loafers
£590
So cool!
4. Bubble Skirts
Style Notes: Bubble skirts are definitely one of the trendier items on this list, but I think this is one that's going to stick around for a while.
Shop Bubble Skirts:
COS
Balloon-Hem Maxi Skirt
£110
The perfect black maxi.
& Other Stories
Bubble-Hem Midi Skirt
£115
The styling possibilities with this white skirt are endless.
ASOS DESIGN
Asos Design Bubble Mini Skirt in Black
£22
Imagine how stylish your blazer will look with this mini.
5. Boat Shoes
Style Notes: In case you haven't heard, boat shoes are here to dethrone loafers, initiated by the viral Miu Miu pair that's sold out everywhere. Luckily, there are plenty of other brands making chic boat shoes.
Shop Boat Shoes:
The Row
Mabel suede loafers
£1060
These will never date.
Sebago
Sebago Jackman Boater Shoes
£118
This blue pair has such a nautical feel to them.
Miu Miu
Leather Penny Shoes
£680
You'll reach for this sleek pair all season.
6. Burgundy Bags
Style Notes: Not all basics fall under the category of clothing like tees, jeans, jackets, etc. Accessories such as handbags can also be classified as basics, and the bag trend I have my eye on for autumn is burgundy bags, which I'll be wearing instead of black ones.
Shop Burgundy Bags:
Bottega Veneta
Maxi Lauren 1980
£5820
The woven fabric is instantly recognisable.
SAINT LAURENT
Mini LE 5 À 7 in patent leather
£1350
An investment you won't regret.
MANGO
Shopper Bag With Buckle
£50
This looks way more expensive than its £50 price tag.
7. Polo Jumpers
Style Notes: Polo necklines have been everywhere this year, and you can expect the style to transition to autumn in the form of jumpers.
Shop Polo Jumpers:
UNIQLO
Washable Knit Ribbed Polo Jumper
£25
Uniqlo has an amazing knit collection this autumn.
GANNI
Egret Ribbed Merino Polo
£235
Layer a roll neck underneath when the temperature drops.
Reiss
Wonder Knit the Upside Oversized Cotton Polo Jumper
£130
Between the stripes and the contrast neckline, this version is seriously elevated.
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