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Tips & Trends | Basic Wardrobe Essentials

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Anh Pham

Basics in a wardrobe are essential to anyone’s closet, no matter what your style may be. However, mastering the art of the basic is something that can take trial and error. Finding the correct fit, and what styles and materials work best for your body shape is harder than it sounds. But here at Designer Swap we’ve got you covered! We’ll assist you through mastering the art of the basic, starting with the top essentials for your closet!

Tees

Seemingly the simplest item of the bunch, the perfect tee is actually something that takes a lot of thought. Find a tee that fits your aesthetic! You might like ones that are more loose and drapey, like the ones at Wilfred or Zara, or ones that are more fitted and body conscious like this one from Brandy Melville.If you have the budget, designer tees are made to last longer and fit better, so why not check out some of the basic tees that we have in our shop!

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Body Suit

A body suit is a basic wardrobe essential because they give the illusion of having a shirt perfectly tucked in, without the trouble of having to perfectly tuck it in. Although they may be reminiscent of the 80’s, – bring on the Flash Dance nostalgic vibes – body suits actually great when wearing skirts and high waisted pants because they provide a perfectly streamlined silhouette. We’ve seen great bodysuits sold at Urban Outfitters, American Eagle and American Apparel.

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Tanks

Tank tops are a basic wardrobe essential that’s must, especially once summer rolls around. Camisoles are great for layering with a cardigan or flannel, and come in just about any colour. If you want to bring it up a notch, a muscle tank is for you. Muscle tanks aren’t reserved for quirky graphics draped across the front – they can be plain as well. They add a little edgy touch to your outfit, especially when paired with a bralette, peeking through the armholes.

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Cropped

Crop tops have gone from a fad to now being regarded as a basic wardrobe essential. Crop tops made their way onto the scene a few years ago, slaying the summer festival fashion game. It then showed us that it’s here to stay, when it made a comeback in the winter with lengthened sleeves. Wear them with high-waisted anything and you’re good to go!

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Where are some of your favourite places to shop for your basics? Let us know in the comments!

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