Achieving the Classic Style Aesthetic
Classic Style
As I wrote in a previous post about building a closet that I love, I am currently refining my closet to reflect a more classic style aesthetic over trends. Classic style is timeless. It’s sleek and elegant and captures what I want my style and closet to personify.
While I enjoy trends, because they add flair to my closet lately, I've been purchasing more classic staple pieces that reflect my style. To quote Michael Kors, “Seventy percent of the clothes you own should be meat and potatoes. Thirty percent should be icing and fluff – that’s color, pattern, shine, accessories. Too many women get the proportions the other way round, then can’t figure out why they can’t get dressed.” Right now, I'm focusing on the meat and potatoes of my closet. With so many sales taking place, I've found great pieces to add to my wardrobe.
Why Classic Style
Why am I choosing to create a more classic style aesthetic? For one, I want to wear the clothes that I purchase and have found that I have many pieces that I never wear. I also desire more timeless pieces that are going to last beyond passing trends. Some other benefits are:
You save money. When you know what you want, there is less impulse buying and more practical shopping.
You are helping the planet and our environment by supporting a more sustainable fashion.
You are more creative with styling the clothes you have. With limited pieces, you get more creative to create more outfits.
You save time. Fewer clothes mean less time in front of the mirror and more time doing what you have planned for the day.
Must-Have Classic Pieces
Here are a few must-have items to build a classic wardrobe:
A little black dress
classic white tees
black pumps
Blazers
Black dress pants
Trench coat
Sweaters (I love cable-knit sweaters in my favorite colors)
Cardigans
Denim Jacket
White sneakers
Jeans
A wool coat
Oversized sunglasses
Classic Style Inspiration
I get a lot of style inspiration from celebrities like Meghan Markle, Naomie Harris, Victoria Beckham, and Gwyneth Paltrow, and of course style icons like Jackie Kennedy, Grace Kelly, and Dorothy Dandridge. I love the sophisticated elegance of their style aesthetic.
My favorite places and brands to shop for classic style pieces
Club Monaco
Banana Republic
Aritzia
Bloomingdales
Alice + Olivia
260 Sample Sale Online
Rue La La
Nordstrom
J Crew
Sezane
I am enjoying the journey of building a classic style wardrobe. I hope you enjoy, let me know if you have any questions or thoughts by commenting below.
Cheers,
~Nika