I'm a Professional Shopper—7 Elevated Finds With Instant Closet-Staple Status
When putting together an effortless and stylish rotation of outfits, there are some key pieces that can do much of the heavy lifting with very little effort. That said, getting familiar with these closet staples is a no-brainer. To determine what to focus on, I highly recommend taking stock of what's a lasting classic and what's trending in the season in question. One surefire way to get answers is to turn to the fashion set on social media or to an expert-driven publication like Who What Wear.
Just in time for summer, I have already gone and done the groundwork for you to compile a handy list of elevated finds that are guaranteed to be chic closet staples for the next few months and beyond. This includes timeless picks like linen pants and of-the-moment options like mesh flats. Keep scrolling to check out a breakdown of my top seven closet staple–worthy picks that will have you getting compliments left and right for many warm-weather seasons to come.
Drawstring Linen Pants
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Slingback Heels
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Ribbed Tank Tops
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Woven Leather Tote Bags
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Slip Dresses
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Standout Flats
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Red flats are trending.
Linen Shirts
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Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently an editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.
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