Back to Basics

In my early, post-grad days in NYC, I thought I had to keep up with every fashion trend that came along. This misguided style mentality resulted in a pile of credit card bills and a closet full of mismatched items with no unifying theme or longevity. In my quest to be fashionable, I had forgotten about the basics.

For those of you on a budget (and who isn’t these days?), making sure that you have certain wardrobe basics in your closet is essential. From a white button-down to a neutral suit and sweater-set, certain key styles never go out of fashion. Once you’ve got the wardrobe basics covered, updating your look each season is as easy (and wallet-friendly) as buying new shoes and accessories.

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