My Wardrobe Essentials List {Budget Fashionista}

So here it is, my list of wardrobe must haves, essentials, everything you’ll need to look stylish all year round! It’s been a long time coming this post, mostly because I was a little undecided about how much or little to include. I guess in the end I decided that I would include the basics to a classic style wardrobe. It helped me clarify my thoughts writing my last post for Smarter Admin about building a work wardrobe. So sure, there is more you could add {isn’t there always!?} but these basics will keep you out of trouble if you’re just starting out your my style adventure.

Are you ready? Giant image coming right up. List below. Links available in my Pinterest album ‘Closet & Outfit Dreaming’.

Tee
Stripe Tee {maybe this is just me?}
Collared Shirt
Layering Tank
Blouse
Skirt
Slim Fit Pant
Maxi Dress
Little Black Dress
Casual Dress
Floral Dress
Blue Jeans
Denim Jacket
Blazer
Trench Coat
Statement Necklace
Tote Bag
Clutch
Heels
Booties
Boots
Flats/Ballet Flats

Did I miss anything ESSENTIAL for you?

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May 31, 2013

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12 responses to “My Wardrobe Essentials List {Budget Fashionista}”

Faith

June 1, 2013 at 2:10 am

A black cardigan. I just hate how everything seems to be sleeveless these days. It’s cold!!!

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 1, 2013 at 3:40 pm
  
  I was just looking at this late last night and I was like darn, I forgot the knits! Great addition Faith. Thanks.
  
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Tegan Towie

June 1, 2013 at 11:30 am

Damn it, I have all these things, does that mean I have to stop shopping now lol

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 1, 2013 at 3:40 pm
  
  Haha. Now to personalise it to a style you love. There’s always more to add never fear! ;)
  
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Kathryn OHalloran

June 1, 2013 at 1:53 pm

I’m with Faith – I have a few black cardis of different thickness and lengths. Not in my wardrobe as yet but I’m thinking of buying a few wrap or other work-style dresses for those mornings when I just can’t be bothered thinking about what to wear.

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 1, 2013 at 3:41 pm
  
  I LOVE wrap and shirt dresses. I’m having a bit of a facepalm moment here because I didn’t include them. Great addition!
  
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Surely Sarah

June 1, 2013 at 4:09 pm

My personal list would be minus a few of these… but then my style is pretty casual most of the time. I really must get a good blazer, however. Oh to be wealthy!

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 1, 2013 at 8:54 pm
  
  Oh yes indeed! i would have so much fun buying up a storm if money wasn’t an issue.
  
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claire

June 1, 2013 at 6:45 pm

And it would be no surprise to you that I pretty much have this list covered – many times over.

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 1, 2013 at 8:55 pm
  
  I am not surprised at all my dear. Not one bit. Haha.
  
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BlondieInk

June 2, 2013 at 3:20 pm

I also love a good scarf! Either in a plain colour like black or white or a pop of colour like pink or green :)

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1. Melissa Walker Horn
  
  June 3, 2013 at 9:21 am
  
  Oh yes! Absolutely. Great addition.
  
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