My wishlist this season is all about timeless staples—pieces that feel effortlessly chic, go with everything, and won’t be out of style by next year. I’m drawn to items that look polished but don’t require too much thought.
Everything on it falls into one of two categories: a true basic or an elevated twist. For the latter, it’s all about the subtle yet artful details—an interesting texture, a unique cut, or an unexpected element that makes it feel special.
With both, the goal is the same: to have essentials I’ll reach for again and again. And they’re all under $150.
Banana Republic
Oversized Cotton V-Neck Sweater
I truly don’t know how I don’t own a white cotton skirt yet.
FLORE FLORE
White Car T-Shirt
Flore Flore has the best basics.
These Levi’s 501 90s have been my cart for too long.
This silk halter with an open back is perfect.
Open Edit
Cotton Poplin Maxi Skirt
While I’m usually quite devoted to mini skirts, I’ve recently starting gravitating towards longer skirts.
Tony Bianco
Sandalia Krista
I’m obsessed with black kitten heel sandals.
A friend was wearing this dress from Rouje recently and it looked so good.
I’ve been wanting a bag from Stand Oil—a South Korean brand I recently found out about.
High-Neck Merino Wool Cardigan
I keep getting Instagram ads for this chick high-neck cardigan.
I’ve been skeptical of capris making a comeback for too long.
This looks so much more expensive than it is.
Reformation
Dusk Knit Top
This knit is so timeless.
This is never going out of style.
Cou Cou Intimates
The Regular Picot Tank Top
I’m definitely going to get this set from Cou Cou Intimates.
Cou Cou Intimates
The Pointelle Skirt
This is the matching bottom.
Chinese Laundry
Audrey Ballet Flat
MANGO
Perkins Mock Neck Short Sleeve Sweater
Whenever I’m unsure of what to wear, I end up going for a mock neck.
Open Edit
Boat Neck Sleeveless Top
Boat necks look sophisticated as well.
Heaven Mayhem
Baby Knot Gold
J. Crew
Étienne Oversized Shirt in Lightweight Oxford
I have a blue button down that I’m always wearing as a layer, so I’d love one in white.
Gap
100% Cotton Relaxed Sweater
Gap has been one of the best places to shop lately.
Hanes
Hanes Boys’ Ultimate Comfortsoft Tank
I wear these so much and need to replace my old ones.
I can never have enough tank top variations.
I’d wear this all the time.
Gap
Organic Cotton Striped Poplin Shorts
White cotton shorts with a tank top and low block heels was one of my most worn outfits last spring.
I like the buttons on this.
Raboesy
Cross Straps Foldable Ballerinas
Another find from an Instagram ad.
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