These are simple items that are definitely worth splurging on because of how versatile they are and how useful they can be in the long run.
1. A swimsuit
I have flat out lied about why I can’t go to the beach or the pool simply because I didn’t have a swimsuit I liked. I used to be super price conscious when it came to finding swimsuits, too. I finally realized that it’s ok to splurge on a swimsuit as long as I feel confident and am comfortable strutting around in it. After all, my dignity and self-esteem is worth something.
Personal Favorite: Navy Block Bow Bandeau Bikini (Top Shop $68)
2. A black blazer and black skinny jeans
It is so important to have a properly fitting black blazer and skinny jeans. Anything that can be dressed down AND up is a great investment. Sadly, a blazer and jeans are two items women are so good at getting wrong. With the blazer, women often try to be too trendy: either going for the boyfriend fit (which is too casual for work and going out) or a too stiff and short blazer that can’t transition out of the conference room. Finding a healthy medium is difficult, but not impossible. The skinny jeans is slightly easier since there are so many options. Don’t be afraid to try on 20 different pairs before you find the perfect one in length, size, and shade. No matter your height or size, you can instantly look trendy in a nice fitting pair of skinnies or a blazer.
Personal Favorite: Lauren Conrad Ponte Blazer (from Kohls)
3. Jorts
These are the most comfortable pair of shorts you own. Like you’d wear them every single day of the year if that was acceptable (and let’s be honest, sometimes you do wear them 4 out of 7 days of the week in summer). They can be used for running errands or going to that outdoor concert series or bumming around the house. And another positive: it looks effortlessly fun!
My personal favorite: AE Dark Denim Midi Short (currently only $24.99!)
4. Sleek, Neutral Close-toed Heels
Personally, I think women should only wear close-toed or peep-toed heels in the workplace. I think there’s something extremely sexy and powerful about closed-toed shoes. It screams ‘I mean business’ and that can definitely be interpreted in many ways.
Personal Favorite: Steve Madden Remmedy ($59.99 at 6pm.com)
5. That one scarf
Now I’m not a huge fan of scarves so this is important to me. This is the scarf you love to throw over any outfit: on dresses or coats or sweatpants and it doesn’t matter what season it is. This scarf is cozy and instantly adds that ‘one accessary’ you felt your outfit was missing.
6. White v-neck t
With a cute skirt, under that leather jacket, or over that bright bikini top: a classic white v-neck is the perfect subtle compliment to another statement item.
7. Rainboots/Raincoat
Unless you live in a place where it doesn’t rain or you never walk outside for more than 5 minutes rainboots and a raincoat are essential. Yeah they aren’t used as often as other shoes and coats, but they can last forever and the right pieces never go out of style! A cute outfit for the rain can brighten your mood on an otherwise muggy day. Don’t let the weather be an excuse to dress down!
Personal Favorite: Burberry Rainboots ($225) and London Fog Harlow Trench Coat ($99.99)
8. Lace Dress
*This is assuming you already own that one lbt (we all know how important that is).
Lace dresses are perfect because it can be worn while grabbing drinks with friends on a Saturday night and at family brunch on Sunday morning. Preferably a tight fitting one in a neutral tone with sleeves. It’s feminine, simple, and classy.
Dress: Delia’s $34.50
9. Statement gold pieces of jewelry
People have been wearing gold since the conception of jewelry. Whereas other statement pieces come in and out of style, basic gold jewelry is here to stay. Whatever jewelry you prefer to wear (bangles, rings, necklaces, earrings) definitely invest in some gold tones.
Personal Favorites: Marc by Marc Jacobs Blade ($275), Kate Spade ‘Park Avenue Pearls’ Ring, and Kate Spade Gold Leaf Earrings
10. That signature makeup item
Whether it’s those glossy pink lips or lightly winged eye-liner, splurge on that one make-up item you love to wear and own it as part of your signature look. I’m all for experimenting with make-up but sometimes you find that one simple look you love for all situations.
I personally don’t have a signature make-up item but my one make-up splurge has been the Urban Decay Naked Palette ($50). I’ve had it for years and it is all the eye shadows I could need.
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