Basics

Going through my e-mails I found this list from back in 2006--I need to check if I still have all the basics - LOL

BASICS

Dresses

* Little black dress that isn't too revealing
* Sexy gown or cocktail dress

Jumpers & Tops

* Long sleeve turtleneck, crew or v neck
* Lightweight cardigan
* Two cotton shirts in white
* Fine gauge t shirts (white, black, grey)
* Satin tank

Pants
* Black straight leg or boot cut in a fabric that goes from day to evening
* Flat front trousers in a daytime fabric (flannel, stretch or lightweight wool)

Jeans

* Classic boot cut or straight leg

Skirts

* 1 - 2 skirts for day in a shape that flatters your figure (either A Line, Inverted or Kick-Pleat)

Jackets:

* One jacket to match one skirt
* One jacket that will work with other skirts and pants
(Shapes / Styles for jackets include one or two button blazer; double breasted fitted blazer or cardigan style jacket)

Outerwear

* Classic knee length or longer coat in a solid neutral or texture, such as tweed
* Weekend casual jacket such as a bomber, denim or pea coat
* Down parker
* Raincoat (trench or similar style)
* Evening coat in black cashmere, crepe or satin
* Cashmere or velvet wrap

Shoes

* Daytime pumps, slingbacks or t-straps
* Stylish sneakers
* Workout shoes
* Dressy flats (ballet or loafer)
* To the knee boots (leather or suede, in black, brown or tan, with a heel)
* Comfortable weekend shoes or boots
* Close toe black evening shoes
* Strappy evening sandals

Bags

* Unstructured shoulder bag
* Roomy tote
* Structured handbag
* Evening bag (black or colour)

UPDATES

Each season, you will need to update your wardrobe basics with a few updated styles, shapes etc. InStyle suggests the following for the next Australian season.... it'll give you an idea, anyway....

Sweaters and Tops

* Chunky knit cardigan
* Embellished cardigan
* Print blouse
* Colourful camisole or shell

Jackets and Coats

* Belted, fitted single breasted jacket
* Jacket in velvet, brocade or faux fur
* Embellished evening coat
* Knitted poncho or caplet

Skirts

* Full, pleated or trumpet skirt
* Pencil Skirt

Pants

* High waisted trousers
* Cigarette leg pants
* Cropped pants

Accessories

* Print bag or shoes
* Coloured bag or shoes
* Jewelled brooch
* Faux fur muffler
* Shoulder chain bag
* High heeled ankle boots
* Round toe pumps

Miscellaneous

* Anything in tartan or animal print

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Of course, it is important to note that both the basics and updates must fit in with your lifestyle.... enjoy