Wardrobe Foundations

reg, tall, petite

cult fav v-neck tee

For a more relaxed, casual look, in several colors and neutrals

The classic button down reimagined with a sew front placket, pullover style, no gap

For those of us who don't feel like messing with buttons or collars but need something more elevated than a tee, this gorgeous tank/shell is fantastic. Built in shelf bra, great length for non-tuckers, but can be half-tucked too, interlock knit makes it a year round base layer.

some feedback that this modal is clingy, fyi!

ivory silk, washable

black, navy, other colors, washable silk, also available in sleeveless v-neck tank and short sleeve scoop neck.

Navy top with nice drape and high-hip length, beautiful alone or layered or as a shell, work, play.

The perfect black top that's not a t-shirt, and not a fussy blouse...but has flow, open neck, yoke details, and great length for wearing out or tucked.

gray option..many colors

see link above for more amazon basics in my store front under "Seasonless Basics).

affordable washable silk shell in black and white

doubles as a chambray shirt and a denim jacket

Major upgrade to the classic chambray...this can be worn as a shirt or a jacket and is soft with great drape - not stiff or uncomfortable like many chambray shirts can be.

my classic chambray on sale now at J.Crew

classic, very well done and timeless

oxford blue button-up alternative!

A TOP pick...premium, but the last one you'll ever need.

a fav brand

relaxed fit, petite, tall too

this navy is very dark and can pretend to be black too which is a bonus

classic button down style (very ontrend right now too) and vertical stripe

navy and white

I have the black. If you wear more navy, you can get that instead.

also in navy

many colors

fantastic - in black or cream. Mention my name at checkout if you try it...new brand I recently discovered, local to me in RI.

Such a great, and affordable blazer...I have the camel

navy ponte, great stretch, cropped fit great for many, I can advise on size and fit..perfect match to barrister pant below. Power suit made up of 2 great seperates.

3 neutrals, reg, petite tall

Blogger fav ponte knit blazer with gold buttons, Black, navy, white

I just got this and adore it..heather oatmeal..versatile neutral looks great with black, white, gray, tan, camel and all colors

$50 cashmere, size up for looser fit, also in crew and a fisherman style and more.

Own it love it, size down

talbots, 2 washes

BR petite on sale

The original levis jacket (not as long as the boyfriend trucker, more of a classic cut.

for a more polished look, also in plus sizing

levis longer length than some 20" front, 22" back

classic levis

before Peach, I only wore and recommended the Kut from the Kloth brand denim jackets

This is great for a softer, not at all stiff option.

before the peach jacket came out, kut from the kloth was my go-to jean jacket

budget option!

several colors available

sweater blazer, many colors

I own and love this TTS

this jacket comes in lots of colors - including olive - but also in navy, gray, pink etc.

fantastic med-dark wash jean with mid-rise, very cool.

for rectangles and straight body types looking to create the illusion of curves, this button placement is clever.

wit and wisdom (same brand as democracy)

just saw these wit and wisdom jeans are back in stock - fantstic slim straight jean with the absolution technology

Democracy jeans with hidden elastic waist, a fav of many of my clients..also in Petite

great wash and styling especially for spring, summer and fall...or year round in mild climates. Button fly very flattering.

premium splurge, mother jeans

mid-rise skinnies, affordable and yes, you can still wear skinnies especially if they aren't too skin tight (like jeggings).

dark wash "skinny flare" in reg, short and long

vintage classic dw denim in a modern straight leg style.

current straight leg jean with a cult following, here in a darker/medium wash with no distressing

ponte knit elevated leggings with zipper details. Classic, timeless, quality.

slim fit elevated black trouser..dress up/down, work/play year round.

Classic, so good

these gorgeous pants are available in 3 styles and all work with the blazer, skirt and dress- and more...in black and off-white too!

Absolution crop pants! 10"rise, 27" inseam

in black, navy and gray in several silhouettes

zip and snap closure, elastic back - upscale trouser design with the comfort and ease of a jogger...Work - Play at its BEST.

classic trousers in 2 inseams, many colors

Old Navy pixie

mid-rise, straight, lots of colors in petite, reg, curvy and tall

on sale!

target!

several great neutral colors, highly rated, petite, reg and tall

reg, petite many colors

black jean option

in black, charcoal and navy, petite and tall

in petite and reg!

Also in navy

classic black ankle pants, extended sizing too

betabrand...this style looks good and has extending sizing which is really good! Petite, tall, plus, lots of options!

come in regular petite and tall!

betabrand

winners, come in petite, reg, tall, especially great for hour glass and pear shapes.

These have a cult following, need to wear a heel with them in my opinion.

shoes are key with these and what length they are or where you get them hemmed to...Should hit at about half to one inch from ground.

gorgeous linen-blend trousers for office or casual-wear, love the drape and flow..very coastal chic. 31.5"inseam

I'm NUTTY for these pants...have seen them on all shapes and sizes too...TTS or go down

these are the cabi's most popular fan-favorite denim now in white...button-fly straight-leg, 31" inseam, cuff, wear long, or cut for cool frayed hem.

GREAT pants

my personal favorites

spanx, opaque, petite and tall too

versatile, fabulous and great-looking -- so many options with this year round wonder!

another blazer dress...note the model is 5'10"

love this classic blazer dress

reg and petite

navy silk wrap dress

navy or black, in plus sizes

in navy or black

I have this in dark gray, casual option for warmer climates

also in black

dressy option

Dr. Scholl

naturalizer

rothy dupes

I own these in black, love this color too

gorgeous chanel-esque flats

they say ballet flats are back this season so if you love them and have them...dig them out!

VERY comfortable and classic-good looking

I have this shoe in black and nude...they always work!

my FAV shoes for 3 years

Lifestride! Many colors

also in tan

also in black

very affordable and look great, also in blush

also in nude..premium pricetag but the last pump you'll ever have to buy - cult following for style but mostly for COMFORT even in the very high -heel styles.

Sam Edelman Loraine Loafers

cult following flats!

had to include these neutral memory foam indoor outdoor slippers--because...well, you know.

I love this taupe neutral color...especially good if you lean towards more gray/taupe neutral shades.

These flats have a cult following!

steve madden loafer mules

on sale!

available in many colors too.

I just got these leather tretorns and love them - what a throw back too.

cole haan platform!

In many colors including black..retro design VERY hot

DV, a blogger favorite sneaker

Naturalizer!!! These are GREAT looking too!

Blogger favorite because it's simple and sleek and the toe isn't clunky- Sam Edelman a great brand with on-trend, wearable styles.