LIFE AS YOU LIVE IT: My Closet Staples

My Closet Staples

15 May 2015


As I was getting dressed the other day I realized that I have some S E R I O U S favorites in my closet that I incorporate into my everyday outfits pretty regularly. In fact, I don't think I know how to build an outfit without these 10 items! Luckily my closet is on the smaller side, which doesn't allow for a lot of "extras" that end up getting pushed to the back or buried under piles. What I have hangs right in front of me, or folded in a bureau close by and I'm well aware of each and every piece of clothing I own (I do have a bin that I alternate winter/summer clothes). 

I tend to stick to the classics that will grow with my style, can be coordinated with a handful of different outfits, and will be around for a long time. I am not a clothes hoarder, in fact my new rule is "one thing in, one thing out". So whether I donate or sell it, I try to lighten the load before I add more to it! These versatile staples are the foundation to my closet and get used A L O T... makes getting dressed every morning so much easier too!

10 Closet Staples


Here are my staples in action!


Every girl should own a black dress (similarsimilar)! It really truly is a piece that you can throw on for any occasion. Dress it up for a formal event, or dress it down for work. 

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If I could call you up right now and tell you how comfortable and flattering this Vince tee is, I would! I have never owned a more comfortable tee before in my life! The color block is fun, and hits you in all the right places (I'm wearing a medium). I honestly can't believe I haven't purchase another one yet! Also, those skinnies I'm wearing are glued onto my body 24/7/365. If I had it my way, I would probably never take them off, ever. I've worn them in so well! (:

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I found this chambray top a couple of years ago at Maurice's (similar, similar, similar) and wear it all of the time. In fact, I'm wearing it right now as I type this post. It's very breathable and another great piece to dress up or down - I wear this skinnies/chambray outfit into the office all of the time! This is also my favorite "plane wearing" outfit (if that's a thing?), It keeps me so warm, and again... extremely comfortable!

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I own way too many of these oxfords. Every time I'm in RL, I end up picking out another and another and they all get plenty of use! My favorite thus far is the classic white oxford (I'm wearing size 2, and it's starting to get a little snug on the shoulders). I mentioned these boardwalk shorts (similar) from J. Crew on here before, and I think they're worth mentioning again. I love the pattern and color, and even though they're bright and bold, I've been able to pair them with a handful of grey, white, and black tops! Love my neutrals! Oh! and they have pockets!! (I'm wearing size 2).

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I bought these jeans (skinny version) from the outlets in North Conway this past winter and lurve with a capital URVE them. I needed a comfortable pair that weren't skinnies that I could slip on and off easily. Oh look, there's that white oxford making another appearance (; Those Tory Burch Thora sandals (my most recent purchase) are a new addiction for me.

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I can't say enough good things about this oxford, can I? Dressing it up with my favorite seersucker skirt (similar) from Ann Taylor. This skirt is so flattering, and is the perfect length for me. Another favorite that usually finds it's way into an outfit a couple times a month!

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Last but not least, I cannot stress the need for a good down filled puffer vest (similar). These vests go with me everywhere for all seasons. I probably own three? Maybe it's from the ever changing Boston weather, but you NEVER know when it's going to be a tad overcast, or a deceiving sea breeze sneaks by. The other day it went from 79º to 59º in a matter of hours? I wore these almost everyday in the winter, and now I keep one in my bag just in case. I wore one today and it's 65º ! Granted, when it's in the 80's and 90's, I usually leave it at home ;) J. Crew no longer carries this exact one, but there are certainly other great ones out there!

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What are YOUR closet staples? Do you carry a puffer vest around with you everywhere too because of crazy Boston/Northeastern weather!? Please share so I can go buy them and add them to my collection! (:
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12 comments:

  1. Definitely all closet must haves for sure! Love your Vince tee and that chambray shirt! The fit is perfect! And totally random but loving your mirror!!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  2. All must haves!! Love love your chambray shirt. Have a great weekend.

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  3. Great staples! Love your style, Kaylie! Have a fabulous weekend! xo - Brenda // Chatting Over Chocolate

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  4. So cute! I just found a great pair of black skinnies... & then they quit making them so I'm so careful about the one pair I have

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  5. Great staples for sure :) My chambray shirt and dark skinnies would probably be mine!

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  6. I don't even know if I have a favorite because these are all so perfect! Definitely always need to have a LBD!!

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  7. I am totally trying to pare down my wardrobe to some staples, so thanks for the tips on the kind of pieces I should be looking for!

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  8. Great staples. Love your LBD! You look great in everything here too btw! Love this post

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  9. Such good picks - I finally got a chambray shirt this spring, and I cannot believe I was so late to that party... it is amazing and has quickly become a staple for me as well :)

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  10. I just started implementing the 'one thing in, one thing out' rule and I swear, it is life changing! I love being able to see everything that's in my closet and not feel like it's cluttered with things I rarely wear. Definite must haves for me are skinny jeans, chambray shirt and classic flats!

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  11. You hit these staples spot on! These are definitely 110% true. I have almost all of these haha.

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  12. Loving this post! Also, the J Crew pull-on shorts??? Sooooo comfy!! I have the navy floral ones but I want to wear them everysingleday so I think I need a couple more colors!!

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