Basics are the backbone of my wardrobe, and I rely on them at this time of the year—when it's cold and gray out and I'm not always inspired to assemble anything extraordinary. In fact, when I'm stuck in a style rut, it's not usually the trendy pieces that will break me out of it. More often than not, my wardrobe is built upon basics. Right now, my basics could do with a chic update, and while scrolling through the sales this week, I found a whole host of luxe-looking and elevated styles from J.Crew, Gap, and Banana Republic, three retailers known for their chic takes on the classics.
Below, I'm sharing my absolute favorite basics—from classic cashmere sweaters to crisp basic button-downs and staple straight-leg jeans—that are all on sale and worth getting your hands on before they sell out or go back to full price. Keep scrolling for price tags as low as $10.
J.Crew
A classic white button-down oozes French-girl vibes.
A chic tank you can layer up now and wear alone with white pants come summer.
Don't sleep on J.Crew's cashmere socks.
Everyday earrings that make a fashion-forward statement.
A chic striped knit you can wear year-round.
This will add elegance to every outfit.
Classic ballet flats are always a good idea.
Stock up on the essentials.
These straight-leg pants look just like the pair Kendall Jenner recently wore in Paris.
The perfect black ankle boots do exist.
Update your blazer with a chic collarless style.
Style with a pair of white relaxed jeans.
Warm weather season is coming.
Gap
With spring on the horizon, you don't want to pass up on a chic new trench for under $135.
I'm obsessed with Gap's '90s Straight Jeans. I can't wait to get them in white.
Effortlessly cool.
Jeans that look elevated and polished for day or night.
Luxe-looking tailored trousers at an excellent price point.
No one will believe it's under $45.
Love this modern square neckline.
So easy to wear.
Style with knee-high boots now and strappy sandals later.
A luxurious-looking knit tank.
Just add high-waisted jeans.
Banana Republic
Major score at just $12.
The perfect white tee.
Trousers that ooze an effortless elegance.
Guaranteed, you'll be reaching for this on repeat.
A chic neckline.
The type of relaxed sweater I'll be wearing all spring.
Sporty and sophisticated.
So versatile.
Lean into spring's sky blue.
You can never have too many.
Swap your black blazer for a trend-forward olive-green one.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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