For as long as I can remember, I've loved fashion and pairing different articles of clothing to make a unique, beautiful outfit. I wouldn't consider myself in the same realm as Tan from "Queer Eye," but I think I know a thing or two about putting an outfit together. Fashion and style are important parts of my life, and these are several articles of clothing that I've learned are absolute wardrobe essentials.
1. A Good Pair of Jeans
A good pair of jeans is an actual must when it comes to an outfit. I love jeans and wear a pair almost every day because they're quite comfortable. Jeans can add either casual flare or a put-together-feel, depending on how you style them. A pair of mom jeans, a blouse and booties look professional and are easy to pair together. On a lazy day when you want to leave the house as quick as possible, this outfit will look thought out, when, in fact, it's effortless.
2. A Belt
I've recently loved wearing belts because it's an easy accessory to add to an outfit. Sticking to solid and simple colors is necessary with belts to help tone down or add a more collective attitude to the outfit. Personally, I wear black or brown belts, because those two basic colors can elevate a basic outfit.
3. Black or White Shoes
I'm an absolute sucker for black or white shoes (the majority of my shoes are black or white). A pair of black or white shoes is perfect to complement an eclectic outfit and give it more structure. I've been recently adding more color to the outfits I wear and a pair of black or white shoes have helped complete many a look.
4. A Denim Jacket
Denim jackets have been quite trendy in fashion culture during the last several years, and I'm such a fan of it. A denim jacket is an essential in everyone's closet, because they're perfect to wear on a crisp fall night or look rocker-chic to an event. Denim jackets can spruce up an outfit or give you a relaxed, vintage look.
5. Basic Tees
Someone should've told me two years ago not to buy t-shirts and shirts with bold patterns or designs, because my closet was filled to the brim with tees. Basic tees are necessary for putting together an easy and relaxed outfit. As a full-time college student, the ability to look stylish while being comfortable sitting in a two-hour long lecture is a must. A basic tee, a pair of jeans and sneakers/boots can be a perfect outfit while attempting to run out of the house quickly. Also, having a basic tee in different colors can lighten a modest outfit.
6. Earrings
In the past several months, I've loved adding cool and unique earrings to complete an outfit. In my opinion, an outfit doesn't feel completely together without earrings. A pair of statement earrings or modest hoops can turn an outfit from a seven to a straight nine. Adding a pair of earring to any of my outfits has changed the way I look (and feel) when walking out the door.
