As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to realize how badly I want a curated closet—one that’s intentional, not just cluttered with impulse buys. I’ll admit this is a tough goal for me: I’m a total consumer at heart, always have been. If I want something, I used to just buy it on the spot. Lately, though, I’ve been doing better at focusing on what I already own instead of grabbing something new… only to later realize I have nearly identical pieces hiding in my closet. So I took a deep dive into my wardrobe and pulled out the true all-stars—these must-haves are a mix of pieces I’ve loved for years and newer additions that’ve already earned staple status!
Jeans
I’ve had these jeans for about a year now, and they’re easily my most worn pair—no contest. When I first got them, I loved the fit but hated how long they were; I initially resigned myself to dealing with it… until I finally acted like an adult and got them tailored. Game changer: they were immediately inducted into my wardrobe must-haves. In my opinion, the wash is perfect, and the rigid denim feels just right—they’re so reliable that I reach for them more than any other jeans I own.
Chino Trench
I didn’t expect to fall for this chino trench coat as hard as I have—but then I saw an influencer wearing it, and it stuck in my head nonstop. Let me preface this: it’s not your classic trench coat. This is a “throw-on-and-go” fall staple through and through. What drew me to it most was the length; it reminded me of the long coat my dad used to wear to work back in the day. It exudes such effortlessly chic, cool-girl energy, and I genuinely love slipping it on. I already know
Blazer
I picked up this blazer last year (you can see it here), and I’ve been obsessed with it ever since. So when I heard we were releasing a black version this year, I was counting down the days until it dropped. It’s hands down one of my go-to blazer options—I even wear it out and about on pretty cold days, and I reach for it constantly. Crafted from stunning Italian boiled wool (the same fabric as my beloved Daphne coat), it adds an instant luxe touch no matter what I layer underneath.