This season, for me, was all about adding wardrobe essentials! I thought I would share what I have loved so if you too are on the lookout for wardrobe workhorses, this may give you some ideas. See more here, or by clicking directly on the image below.
You can see by the style board above, that my personal style is pretty classic. I would say most of my wardrobe is neutral and classic, with feminine pieces and pops of color added in to keep it interesting. Lately, the pieces I needed were very much in the classic lane, but I love them!
Several of the items on this board are from Able, a new (to me) brand that I came across and really enjoyed. I love the story and mission of Able, as they are focused on their impact on people and the planet while providing beautiful fashion.
A few more things of note about Able: they are continuing to improve their body inclusivity. Most styles include plus sizes with the goal to be available in all styles very soon. They have a lifetime guarantee and stand behind the quality and craftmanship. They offer a Size Swap on select styles! Which means, if your body changes (as it does) for any reason, you are able to exchange it for a size that will fit better. They focus on ethical sourcing and many items are handmade where they are headquartered in Nashville.
Another incredible feature is they allow you to try up to 8 items before you buy them. Which means you can have several styles or even have multiple sizes of something shipped to you without payment. Try them on and after 7 days you decide what you want to keep and are only charged for those items.
This post is not sponsored, however they have a referral program to give 20% for a first order. It is email specific, so if you are thinking of ordering anything and would like 20% off, send me a message!
Let’s start with the maxi dress. I did not have a white dress in my closet and felt it was a wardrobe gap I have wanted to fill for a few years. This dress is a beautiful airy cotton and is actually an antique white, which is even better for my coloring. This will be a great starting off piece to be styled in several ways.
One of the ways I will style this dress is by pairing it with the Lily Pullover sweater from Able, which happens to be the exact shade of antique white, and I love a monochromatic look with different, yet complimentary textures. This sweater is a nice quality knit that I will love and use as a wardrobe staple for years to come. It looks amazing with blue denim as well!
I knew I wanted to replace the white collared shirt that I had as it was several years old, and not the best quality fabric. The reviews on the Harris shirt were enough for me to add it to my Try-On order. It is oversized, so I ordered two sizes and ended up going with the smaller size, while still keeping the look and feel of a bit oversized; perfect for spring and summer! The fabric is a great cotton and again, this piece will have so many styling opportunities.
I also added two accessories from Able. I am loving the “fanny pack” trend, but I was looking for something more versatile and closer to my personal style. The Karla Belt Bag was just right! I love that it can be worn multiple ways, as a fanny pack or diagonal across the chest. The strap can be removed and it is a functional wallet to put inside another bag or use as a fold over clutch. The leather is beautiful.
I have been eyeing this necklace for a while and with just a bit of a hint, haha, this was my Mother’s Day gift. It is handmade in Nashville and a great length to wear with so many things.
H&M has been impressing me lately with what they have for both women and kids. I ordered several things, but only really needed the two I kept. One was the light blue collared shirt. Again, the one I had was several years old and not the best quality, so I was looking to replace it. I prefer the fabrication of the white Able shirt, but this soft blue one is light weight and will be perfect for spring and summer.
The second piece I kept from H&M was the blue v-neck tie belt dress. I actually ended up wearing this for Easter. It comes in several colors, so if you are looking for an easy dress that can be dressed up or down – this is for you!
Finally, the slip-on rain boots from Sperry were a fun and functional addition. I wore the winter version (see them here, now on sale!) all season and they were perfect to slip on and off for school drop off/pick up or a quick errand. I knew I would get just as much use as the seasons change.
There is one more piece on my wish list I was hoping to add, but haven’t quite found the right one: a classic trench.
While all of these items I recently added are very neutral and wardrobe basics, I plan on adding one or two fun and interesting pieces this summer. Most likely a colorful dress or skirt. A few I have seen while looking are:
What have you recently added and loved? What is on your wish list?