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Modern Classics: Fall Wardrobe Staples Over 50 (Part 2)

August 26, 2024 By: Nada Manleycomment

You know I wasn’t done after jackets and dresses, right? (Although, arguably, you could get through life with just those categories, as I often do). Today, however, I’m covering tops and bottoms, because the right assortment of these pieces guarantees a modern, versatile and stylish wardrobe, whereas missing some of these key pieces could lead to wardrobe boredom and frustration.

Especially the striped pieces. (You know I had to slip that in).

Don’t let this happen to you. Whether you opt for the exact pieces shown here, or something completely different that still somehow checks those boxes, what you want is VARIETY so that you can have VERSATILITY so that you have lots of outfit possibilities.

In today’s video, I share the tops and the bottoms that I think will become go-to’s in your wardrobe (if they are not already!).

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The Tops

This assortment of tops lets you create outfits that are cool and casual or polished and dressy. The striped version is mandatory. :)

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The Denim Shirt

Like jeans, but a top, this is possibly the most versatile top you can own and adds edge and coolness to everything you pair it with.

Distressed Denim Shirt $39.90
Classic Fit Denim Shirt Save your Wishlist $115.
Eileen Relaxed Button-Up Shirt
ong-Sleeve Burnout Pocket Denim Buttondown Shirt MABLE $118

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The Striped Shirt

Sure, you can be chic without one. But it is much, much harder. ;)

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Breton Long Sleeve Tee $135
Saint James Galathee White and Navy Striped Shirt Regular price$119
Gaël Marinière Ecru / Navy $105
Gaël Marinière Ecru / Navy $105

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The Party Top

This top makes you look instantly dressier and more polished. Just add cute earrings.

GATHERED SATIN EFFECT TOP $ 39.90
Ruched One Shoulder Top, Cream $115
The Veronica Cape Blouse by Mare Mare x Anthropologie Mare Mare $138

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The Layering Top

The tanks and tees that you rely on to layer underneath jackets don’t have to be boring. They can be simple or make more of a statement, as long as you can still use them for layering.

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Maeve Smocked Muscle Top $48
Fit-to-You V-Neck Elbow-Sleeve Tee $58
The Organic Cotton Slim Crew Tee $30

The Solid Shirt

A solid shirt or blouse is a versatile piece that can be dressed up or down.

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Mare Mare x Anthropologie Long-Sleeve Henley Blouse $138
Monique Silk Button-Down Shirt $398
TWP The New Morning After Silk Stripe Button-Front Shirt $595

Knitwear

A fall staple, cozy sweaters can be cool or a tad boring. Choose the right pieces and style them well for a look that is comfy and also cute.

The Turtleneck

As a layer or on its own, this is a sleek and chic fall top. If a turtleneck isn’t for you, try a sleek long-sleeved top in a crew neck instead.

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Cedar Turtleneck $198
Spanx turtleneck
Skims turtleneck
S.Deer turtleneck

Striped Sweater

A striped sweater is to your knit wardrobe what a striped shirt is to your shirt wardrobe. You know what I mean. It’s just so cool.

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LilySilk Tarra Stripe Sweater $129
Stripe sweater $39 and skirt, Rihoas
LaLigne Marin sweater $325
rag & bone Jen Striped Polo Sweater rag & bone Write a Review Reviews $358

The Solid Sweater

The solid color makes it versatile, but the details can be personalized to your style.

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J. Crew Cashmere classic-fit crewneck sweater
Uniqlo Souffle Crew Neck Sweater $49.90
HYERES CASHMERE SWEATER IN DARK GARNET Regular price$268
Alma Puff Sleeve Sweater $138

The Bottoms

An assortment of bottoms gives you options when creating outfits.

The Leather Pants (or Skirt)

Leather adds edge, shine, and coolness to any top.

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Leather-Like Flare Pant $148
Faux Leather Midi Skirt $128

The Straight Leg Jean

The most classic classic, this versatile piece can be dressed up or down and always looks modern.

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501 Straight LEVI’S brand:LEVI’S $98
MOTHER The Rambler High-Rise Flood Jeans $238

The Tailored Pants

Your classic dress pants, these can be straight leg or a cigarette leg for the most longevity, or try a modern trouser style.

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High Rise Cigarette Pant $325
The Effortless Pant™ the effortless pant™ High-waisted, wide-leg Japanese crepe trousers $148
Sculpted Straight Pant Extra 20% Off At Checkout Product Selections $90.0050% off$45.00

The Casual Skirt

Choose a go-everywhere style in denim, canvas, cotton or knit.

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Denim Forum the ’90s halle jean skirt High-rise streamlined denim midi skirt $110

The Dressy Skirt

There are lots of styles to choose from here, but possibly the most versatile of the modern classics is the silk midi or maxi.

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What did you think of my choices for modern classic tops and bottoms? Which of these is missing from your wardrobe? Let’s discuss in the comments!

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