No-fail: AllSaints leather bomber | Doen skirt | Bag, similar | Sandals, similar
5 No-Fail Outfit Formulas That Always Work
Here’s how to create a beautiful wardrobe that always works! Sometimes, it’s the simple updates to your basic pieces that make the biggest difference. For example, updating your denim and adding cool belts, modern boots, and super stylish third pieces will work magic when it comes to getting dressed this season.
After spending over two decades in the dressing room helping friends & clients get dressed every single day, there are many things I learned along the way. And, I’m here to share them with you! For example, it’s not about having more clothes, it’s about having the right clothes!
Today’s post is all about 5 no-fail outfit formulas that always work. I’m talking about simple combinations, like jeans and a go-with-everything blazer, wearing all black from head-to-toe, and of course, choosing the all-important accessories that bring your outfit together. Once you own the essentials, the possibilities are endless! Keep reading to everything I found from Nordstrom, including brand new pieces for fall. I also made new style boards to make it easy for you to put your outfits together. I hope you find something you love!
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#1 Blazers & Jeans
A third piece is essential for creating stylish outfits, so the best thing you can do is buy a blazer you love
Veronica Beard blazer | Paige Anessa jeans | White tee | Grey sweater | Slingbacks | YSL bag | Earrings
Other blazers to consider:
Love this new Rag & Bone one so much – feels like a sweater but looks polished like a blazer. I take my usual size 4
This blazer with the ruched sleeves is always a great option – same with the Veronica Beard Miller Dickey Jacket
For an affordable option, look at this Nordstrom one
#2 Midi Dresses & Knee Boots
Every wardrobe should include one tall chic boot to wear with skirts and dresses
Ivory coat | Leather-knit dress | Snake boots | Clutch | Earrings
Other midi style dresses & boots:
I just picked up this knit sweater dress from Veronica Beard and it’s perfect for day to night
Look at this new one by Lauren Ralph Lauren – it’s a good one
For knee boots, these Sam Edelman ones are amazing for the price and these by Stuart Weitzman in black or brown will last forever
#3 Leopard Anything
This season, leopard print is everywhere — so find a piece you love and you’ll have it for years to come
Madewell coat | Brown turtleneck sweater | Coated denim | Slingbacks | Earrings | Burgandy bag
Other leopard pieces I love:
One of my all-time favorite blouses, the Frame Gillian, comes in a pretty leopard print
Spotted this clutch while shopping in NYC and now it’s in my shopping bag
Shoes are another great way to do leopard print and these by Veronica Beard are cute and comfy
#4 All Black, All the Time
Always chic — you can never wrong with an all-black combo
Vince jacket | Veronica Beard leather skirt | Black top | Slingbacks | Snake print clutch | Earrings
Other chic black options:
Vince silk blouse and the Pintuck pants
This classic black dress that’s so good with heels or boots
This best selling ruffle jacket is so good, and so is this gorgeous faux leather dress
#5 Classic White Shirt & Modern Denim
Two classics you’ll wear on repeat
Rag & Bone white shirt | Sweater for over shoulders | Paige jeans | Loafers | Suede bag | Earrings | Sunglasses
Classic white shirts & Jeans:
Love Frank & Eileen and this ruffle collar button up and this classic style are all time favorites
Favorite jeans that are modern and cool include AGOLDE Ren, Paige Anessa, and Frame Le Slim Palazzo
Bonus: The accessories that pull it all together
Thank you for reading, and thank you to Nordstrom for sponsoring this post xx
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