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Your capsule is your go-to items that make you feel confident and comfortable, whether thatselevated dressesor simplewhite sneakers.

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Below, shop the capsule-wardrobe items that fit in most womens closets.

Think of them as guideposts while youre filling out your collectionwe encourage you to branch out from there.

Glamours capsule-wardrobe essentials, at a glance

Shop by item

1.

Hanes Perfect-T T-Shirt

The white T-shirt

Regardless of whatever your style looks like, you could use a nicewhite T-shirt.

Its a hardworking basic that goes witheverythingand is crucial for layering during every season.

The everyday sneakers

Sneaker trendscome and go, but slim, sporty kicks are timeless.

Nordstrom Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt

These minimalist styles will do the trick, keeping you looking of-the-moment while also resisting fleeting fads.

The straight-leg jeans

Classicstraight-leg jeanswill more than pull their weight in your capsule.

The blazer

A good blazer always goes a long way, Reilly says.

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You might discover a whole new dimension to your wardrobe when you switch out your footwear.

The crewneck cardigan

High-quality knits deserve a spot in your year-round closet for chilly evenings and overactive office air-conditioning.

(And dont overlook those button-down shirts were about to recommend below.)

Nordstrom Relaxed Fit Pima Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

Pack it in your vacation carry-on; wear it to work; throw it on under a jacket.

You really cant go wrong here.

(Plus, theyre great blank canvases for trendier accessories like brooches and neckties.)

Madewell (Re)generative Cotton Ribbed Crewneck Tee

The everyday sunglasses

Ever notice how every celebrity and style influencer almost always wearssunglasseson the street?

Thats because beyond protecting your eyes, they also punch up any outfit.

Again, its all about buying something youll actually want to wear regularly.

Éterne Short-Sleeve Baby Tee

These picks work for virtually any season and fete, whether its aspring weddingor a milestone birthday party.

The trench coat

Dont attempt to face transitional weather without atrench coat.

Try one over a tank top and straight jeans or a white T-shirt and a sequin skirt.

Adidas Samba Sneakers

Whether you lean more toward gold or silver, theseaffordable jewelry picksare the perfect foundation for your other favorites.

The denim shirt

Denim shouldnt just be relegated to jeans; the material also lends itself nicely to shirting.

Theres a big chance youll like them so much that youll start wearing them on your day off too.

Steve Madden Madrid Sneakers

Its a subtle way to make your outfits feel just a touch more polished.

The shirtdress

Need a nice outfit but cant bring yourself to put in any effort?

Reach for your trusty shirtdress.

Veja Panenka Sneakers

The sweatpants

Like leggings, sweatpants are deceptively chic bottoms that come in clutch for low-effort outfits.

The baseball cap

Bad-hair days are no match for a classic baseball cap.

Beyond hiding greasy rootsweve all been therehats also add just a touch more personality to any ensemble.

Puma Palermo Sneakers

New Balance 574 Core Sneakers

J.Crew Rec Sneakers

H&M High-Rise Slim-Straight Ankle Jeans

Madewell The ’90s Straight Jean

Abercrombie & Fitch Mid-Rise ’90s Straight Jean

Levi’s Premium 501 ’90s Jeans

We the Free Risk Taker Mid-Rise Jeans

Banana Republic High-Rise ’90s Straight Jeans

H&M Fitted Blazer

Banana Republic Slim Refined Blazer

The Drop Blake Long Blazer

Everlane Oversized Blazer in Wool

Wilfred Etiquette Blazer

Nordstrom Classic Fit Blazer

Madewell Essential Medium Bucket Tote

J.Crew Berkeley Bucket Bag

Tory Burch Romy Tote

Longchamp Large Le Pliage City Tote

Polène Cyme Tote

JW Pei Hana Medium Faux-Suede Tote

Sam Edelman Bianka Slingback Pumps

Amazon Essentials Slingback Heels

Madewell Simone Kitten-Heel Slingback Pumps

Steve Madden Kittie Bone Patent Heels

Franco Sarto Khloe Pointed-Toe Kitten Heels

Tony Bianco Charlie Slingback Pumps

Reformation Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

H&M Fine-Knit Cardigan

J.Crew New Relaxed Emilie Sweater Lady Jacket

Lillusory Striped Cardigan

Zara Smooth Knit Cardigan

Alex Mill Taylor Rollneck Cardigan

Lululemon Align High-Rise Pant 25"

Alo 7/8 High-Waist Airbrush Leggings

Vuori Daily Leggings

Offline by Aerie Real Me Xtra Basic Leggings

Spanx SpanxShape Booty Boost 7/8 Leggings

Sweaty Betty Super-Soft Yoga Leggings

J.Crew Étienne Oversized Shirt

Banana Republic Oversized Shirt

Mango Cotton Button-Up Shirt

Cos Oversized Tailored Shirt

Siliteelon Fitted Button-Down Shirt

Lauren Ralph Lauren Stripe Easy Care Cotton Shirt

Ray-Ban State Street Sunglasses

Sojos Round Classic Sunglasses

Vanlinker Retro Square Aviator Sunglasses

Sojos Retro Oval Sunglasses

Warby Parker Coyle Sunglasses

Fifth & Ninth Andi Sunglasses

Everlane Draper Pleated Pants

Uniqlo Pleated Wide Pants

Reformation Mason Pants

Favorite Daughter Nora Wide-Leg Pants

J.Crew Natalia Pants

Old Navy High-Waisted Pixie Straight Pants

H&M Sheath Dress

Charles Henry Sleeveless Fit & Flare Dress

Reformation Jamen Knit Dress

Nordstrom Ruched Funnel-Neck Midi-Dress

Reformation Woodson Dress

Boden Ada Linen Midi-Dress

J.Crew Quinn Square-Toe Ballet Flats

Cole Haan Yara Soft Ballet Flats

Madewell Greta Ballet Flats

Dolce Vita Reyes Mary Janes

Everlane Day Gloves

Franco Sarto Vana Flats

The Drop Noa Trench Coat

H&M Double-Breasted Trench Coat

Mango Oversized Tie-Waist Trench Coat

Polo Ralph Lauren Water-Resistant Twill Long Car Coat

Everlane Modern Trench Coat

Theory Double-Breasted Trench Coat

Mejuri Chain Necklace

Kezef Box Chain Necklace

Gorjana Bali Necklace

Amazon Essentials Sterling Silver Thin Chain Necklace

Catbird Tinsel Chain

Oradina 14K Gold Grace Chain Necklace

Madewell Denim Relaxed Western Shirt

H&M Denim Shirt

Levi’s Ultimate Western Denim Shirt

Alex Mill Western Denim Shirt

J.Crew Garçon Classic Chambray Shirt

Joe’s USA Long-Sleeve Denim Shirt

G.H. Bass Whitney Easy Weejuns Loafers

Cole Haan Lana Lux Penny Loafers

Everlane Modern Loafers

Dansko Lorri Loafers

Veronica Beard Penny Loafers

Tory Burch Classic Loafers

Boden Feminine Cotton Blouse

Dôen Henri Top

J.Crew Garçon Shirt with Bows

Mango Flying Camisa Button-Up Top

Nili Lotan Angelique Tie-Neck Blouse

Farm Rio Jaipur Poet Blouse

Calvin Klein Square Buckle Belt

We the Free Gallo Leather Belt

Petit Moments Marisa Leather Belt

Madewell Oval-Buckle Distressed Leather Belt

B-Low the Belt Kyra Belt

Mango Katrina Suede Belt

Farm Rio Cashew Mandala Dress

Boden Cynthia Button Tea Dress

Hyacinth House Hillsborough Midi-Dress

Zoe and Claire Poplin Shirtdress

Madewell Denim Midi Shirtdress

Donna Karan New York Cotton Midi Shirtdress

BP. Wide-Leg Fleece Pants

Skims Cotton Fleece Classic Straight-Leg Pants

Abercrombie & Fitch Essential Sunday Sweatpants

Hollister Fleece Joggers

Alo Accolade Sweatpants

Hanes EcoSmart Sweatpants

Polo Ralph Lauren Ralph’s Coffee Ball Cap

Madewell Canvas Baseball Hat

Datoni Corduroy Baseball Cap

Old Navy Canvas Baseball Cap

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