As someone who loves fashion (good thing, given my occupation) and is well aware of how quickly trends come and go, I fully understand why someone would be prone to trend fatigue. The cycle is somewhat exhausting, especially for someone who doesn't work in fashion and can't devote vast amounts of time to keeping up with what trends are in and out. So I'm here to avoid the topic of trends and just present you with 41 stylish basics and timeless pieces.
Truth be told, some of these clothing items, shoes, and accessories actually are in keeping with the current trends, but they're not the type of trends that are here today, gone tomorrow. You'll potentially get years of wear out of them, and they're all relatively affordable (i.e., averaging in the $100–$200 range, with some far less). Ready for some easy-on-the-trends shopping?
Scroll on for 41 pieces that you won't want to toss aside after a few wears.
& Other Stories
Ribbed Wool Blend Polo Sweater
This sweater is literal perfection.
Mango
Polka Dots Long Dress
Polka dots are a trend and a classic. Win-win.
Reformation
Juliana Top
The square necklace makes this silky cami feel fresh.
Topshop
Eve Faux Leather Shoulder Bag
So many smart shoppers are going to snag this shoulder bag.
Nike
Daybreak Sneakers
I think and hope the retro-sneaker trend is here to stay.
Levi's
Wedgie Icon Fit High Waist Ankle Jeans
It's easy to see why these jeans have had a cult following for years.
Leset
Classic Margo Tee
New "perfect white T-shirt" alert!
Sam Edelman
Double Breasted Trench Coat
Not only is it cute, but it's also water-repellent.
Madewell
Croco Belt
This looks like a chic vintage find.
Thread & Supply
Wubby Fleece Pullover
This fleece is a hit on Nordstrom.
Reformation
Julia Crop High Cigarette Jeans
Some of the best jeans I own are from Reformation.
Sam Edelman
Seena Mules
Snakeskin is perhaps the most timeless animal print.
Nike
Logo Embroidered Crewneck Sweatshirt
Just a little something to wear with your favorite leggings.
Alo
7/8 High Waist Airbrush Legging
Speaking of favorite leggings, these are mine.
Lioness
Bias Midi Skirt
Just a really solid slip skirt to wear season after season.
Veja
Esplar Low Sneakers
These have long been my favorite white sneakers that I own.
Rails
Leo Plaid Flannel Shirt
Rails just makes the best plaid shirts.
Laura Lombardi
Ribbon Hoop Earrings
I love a good pair of two-tone earrings.
Free People
This Lovely Tank
A nice change from all the formfitting tanks out there.
Levi's
Gracie Shirt
I think denim shirts are underrated.
Mango
Double-Breasted Blazer
It comes in black too.
Topshop
Joel Leather Cream Square Close Mules
Mules make every outfit cooler.
Acne Studios
Ruthie Tailored Wool-Blend Twill Shorts
Shorts you can even wear to work.
Free People
All Yours Cardi
I'm picky about cardigans and this one is great.
Madewell
Drapey Oversized Boyshirt in Pure White
I just got this and the quality is so good.
& Other Stories
Tailored Single Breasted Blazer
Never met an & Other Stories blazer I didn't like.
Agolde
Rumi Mid Length Shorts
Truly the perfect-length shorts.
Ugg
Fluffette Slippers
I work from home, so Ugg slippers are basically glued to my feet.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.