Women: 10 Wardrobe Basics

Audrey Hepburn helped popularize the versatile “little black dress,” which can easily transition from day to evening.

1. A well-fitting pair of dark wash, straight-leg jeans.
2. A tailored, white menswear button-down shirt.
3. A little black dress.
4. A pair of khaki trousers, chinos, or a skirt.
5. A well-tailored blazer in a neutral (professionals should opt for a suit).
6. A pencil skirt.
7. A pair of black trousers.
8. A black cotton top.
9. A cardigan.
10. A trench coat.

Women: 10 Must-Have Accessories

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1. A long silver necklace or chain.
2. A statement necklace.
3. A feminine scarf.
4. A pair of black pumps.
5. A pair of black, high-heeled boots.
6. A pair of brown leather pumps or ankle boots.
7. A pair of sandals in silver (or another metallic).
8. A pair of comfortable, stylish flats or sandals.
9. A clutch.
10. A neutral leather bag for daytime.

Men: 10 Wardrobe Basics

1. A pair of well-fitting jeans.
2. A pair of dress slacks.
3. A well-tailored suit in navy or charcoal gray (2-button).
4. A collared short-sleeve polo shirt.
5. A button-down dress shirt.
6. A pair of khaki pants or shorts.
7. A casual button-down shirt.
8. A stylish jacket or coat (preferable in wool or leather).
9. A well-tailored sports coat.
10. A t-shirt that can be worn on its own or for layering.

Men: 10 Must-Have Accessories

The Argyle & Sutherland Repp Tie from Brooks Brothers.

1. A Repp tie.
2. A non-paisley patterned tie.
3. A pair of brown loafers.
4. A pair of black lace-up dress shoes.
5. A pair of black trouser socks.
6. A pair of brown, navy, or argyle (or other simple print) trouser socks.
7. A pair of leather sandals or other casual shoes.
8. A cool pair of sunglasses.
9. A black leather belt.
10. A brown leather belt.