Wadrobe Essentials

With stores like Forever 21 constantly dangling new and newer fashions in front of our salivating mouths, it's easy to fall into a consuming spiral and it's even easier to forget that you don't really need that many pieces in your closet. In reality, it's generally known you really need a little more or less than 10 pieces. These are your wardrobe essentials!
Starting with...(drum roll please)...
#1: The LBD. Except this little black dress must be able to go from work to play right away. This means that it must be work appropriate (usually sleeves and a longer, rather than shorter, hem) but still flirty enough for happy hour.

#2: A good carry-all bag! This is your signature purse you tote everywhere. Make sure it can hold all your purse essentials but still be your style and make sure it's not too heavy!

#3: You need some shoes for that work-to-play LBD! We forget that heels can be shorter than 5 inches and still be sassy. These shoes need to be stylish and comfortable to make it all day.

#4: 1 or 2 pieces of statement jeweler. These are pieces you can use to accent a nice evening outfit or spice up jeans and a t-shirt.

#5: The elusive perfect pair of jeans! If you find them, let me know.

#6: The LBB. Otherwise known as the Little Black Blazer. As a blazer-girl, let me tell you that a blazer is the perfect thing to thrown on with a pair of heels and jeans or to wear with a nice dress. It's one of my most treasured pieces in my closet. Oh, and it's also perfect for work!

#7: The coat. A coat is something to invest in because you wear it all the time, need it be comfortable, stylish, and warm. Black and gray are always basics but try a bright red if you're feeling a little daring!

#8: Trousers. I know that when you're in school you forget that other pants besides jeans exist but they do! Trousers are sleek, sophisticated, and are perfect from heading out to dinner straight from the office. Evening trousers are even making more and more appearances on the red carpet!

#9: A fun scarf! Scarves now work for all seasons so find one that works for you, your style, and your wardrobe!

#10: (not shown): something that's completely, entirely YOU!