Being that it was extremely cold in South Carolina and I did not
want to leave the comfort of my home. I decided to clean and organize my
closet(s). As I was organizing them I started to make piles of things
that I didn't need and things that I could mix and match.
I got to thinking (and making a list) of the top 10 things everyone woman should have in her closet.
1. Black Blazer--
A nice blazer can dress up any outfit that you choose to wear and it
fits any body type. I use to be addicted to blazer's and collected
various colors and styles. I would dress them up jeans and screen tee or
a nice peachy pink blazer over a LBD (little black dress). Now that I'm
in a professional/corporate office, I catch myself wearing them almost
everyday. You can't go wrong with having a few blazer in your closet.
Tip: Make sure it fits you and it accentuates your waist
2. Multi-Colored T-shirts--
I have tons and tons of t-shirts that I wear (mostly in the summer
time). They range from black, white, green, pink, cobalt blue whatever
Target has. You can mix and match them with your blazer, shorts, skirts
or jeans.
3. Statement Heels-- High heels make your
legs look longer, leaner and sexier no matter how we complain of the
pain after a few hours walking around with them. Nude colored heels
match with just about any pattern or dress color. Silver and gold
strappy heels also work well with those shimmery cocktail dresses. I
catch myself wearing my nude heels to work more and more.
4. Black Dress Pants/skirt--
There are many reasons to keep a pair of black pants/skirt in your
closet, but the most obvious is that they are slimming. The second
benefit is that you can pair them with almost any top depending on the
look that you are going for. I also like to have a nice pair tucked in
my closet that I can pull out for a meeting or presentation that I'm
conducting for work.
Tip: You may want to stay away from dark blues because the dark color doesn't stand out against an already dark color
5. Little Black Dress (LBD)--
Every woman owns a few LBD's, at least I do. They do not necessarily
have to little in length it can just be a term that we use from time to
time. I have plenty of black dresses that I have worn to weddings,
funerals, and/or parties. They are sleek, sensual and always makes you
look classy (and skinny). Also when buying a LBD note that you should
have one that is special than all the others.
6. Scarves-- Really
who doesn't love scarves? I have a small collection of scarves that I
love to wear with my blazers, LBD's, jeans and especially long sleeve
tees. I think that they give an outfit the finishing touch and they
ultimately keep you warm.
7. Cardigan-- Along with a
large number of blazers I have a growing collection of cardigans.
Caridgans are prefect for cold office and also for those chilly nights
out on the town. They can also be used to match up great with a summer
dress, blouse, and/or tank top for spring/summer events.
Tip: also make sure these fit and can be buttoned up
8. Black Opaque Tights-- In
the winter a nice pair of black opaque tights are essential to wear
with dresses and the occasional dressy shorts that I tend to wear out
for a casual night out. Black tights go with almost anything.
9. A good pair of jeans:
Dark blue, straight cut and no holes…please! You need to have basic
jeans that fit you well and that will look classy casual if you want
wear them with heels. Once you have the classic ones, you can have more
fun and get different types and colors.
10. White Button Up-- A
simple classic white button can give you that extra push in a
professional business setting. These shirts give you distinction and you
can wear them with jeans as well. Button up's are fabulous and chic.
Recently my mom has been getting me to wear a sweater over my white
button on. So far I like it and it keeps me warm.
Tip: Make sure
when you choose your white shirt, it is your size. If it is too big it
will look like you took it from your boyfriends closet.
Happy Shopping Ladies!!!
