How to to style your basic pieces this spring: whites & stripes

Today is all about basic pieces. We all have them, we all love them, so why not make the best out of them? After all, those cotton t-shirts, tailored trousers, blazers, striped shirts and silk blouses are waiting in the closet to get reused in countless outfit combinations. Don’t let them wait! There’s no secret I wear trousers a lot, isn’t it? Well, I find trousers and striped tops some of the best basic items worth investing. Bought these trousers about three years ago, on a finale sale at Mango (5$) and I’ve lost the count on all the outfits I’ve worn them in. What I love the most about them is their versatility. Been able to wear them in both casual and formal outfits. Heading out for a coffee? Then pair your trousers with a casual t-shirt & a biker jacket and you will get yourself a fresh look. If you want to take them to the office or to a party, then opt for a mix with a dressy blouse, like a tie neck one. Now the options are endless, you just have to open your eyes and look for fresh ways of wearing your basic pieces.

As for today’s outfit, my favorite basics were used in a nautical inspired minimal outfit. Elevated the simple trousers and striped top combo with a white waistcoat, a skinny scarf, furry mules and my all time favorite straw hat. How do you like it? And how are you going to spend the long weekend? Happy Easter everyone! xx

I’m wearing: Stradivarius waistcoat (similar here) | Mango basic trousers (similar here) | Stradivarius top (similar here) | Ego mules (here) | H&M hat (similar here) | Bag (similar here) | Vintage sunglasses (similar here)

KEY BASIC PIECES FOR SPRING 

Photography by: Ionel Birsan

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21 comments

    1. Thank you, Melanie! xx

  1. Leni says:

    I love your minimal and super stylish outfit! *-* Basics are the best – you can style them in so many different ways!
    You look amazing and I love your pictures!!
    Have a great weekend!
    Xo Leni
    http://www.theblondejourney.com/

  2. What an amazing outfit dear! Love this styling! Even though you used basic must-have pieces, the look is far from basic! I love it and look forward to wear something similar as well! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Stella
    http://www.stellaasteria.com

  3. You’re right, can’t live without those basic pieces. I’m in love with the long vest and this nautical theme.
    Happy Easter!

    http://www.fashionradi.com

  4. Carmen says:

    Oh I love everything about this look and that it actually consists of basic picks only. However, the total combo is definitely more than a basic – it’s a killer look <3
    xx, Carmen –

  5. Kinga K. says:

    I love your outfit,you look phenomenal ❤❤

  6. LOVE this outfit babe and so good to go back and revisit the basics sometimes. Espeically stripes deserves to get more love from us than they do. They just make any outfit so much better! Love how casual and chic you look and that lipstick is so gorgeous!! Xx

    http://www.thefashionfolks.com

  7. This is such a classy look babe! I love how you paired it with that fedora… so chic! <3

    XO Jessi,

  8. Yesss, love it! What a classic beaut!

    Funmi xx

  9. Styling perfection as always hun 🙂 xx

  10. Pperlenoir Style by Elena says:

    It is true that we always have clothes in the closet that we never tire of wearing because we can combine it with almost everything. Once again you have created an inspirational style. I love your vest and I’m also wearing a lot of vests because I think they bring a plus to the look.
    Beautiful look , Andreea.

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  12. Ivona says:

    I adore this look! It’s classic and chic and timeless but still cool and modern.
    Great style, as always! 🙂

    Ivona from http://www.thesmokedetector.net
    xoxo

  13. Kristine says:

    Whites and stripes are truly all over the place and I am really excited to see you put them together. Awesome look.

    Kristine

  14. STRIPES for life and you wear them so well. Are you sure you ain’t Parisian? You sure look in this outfit. I love everything about this look. I meant to comment when you posted but my work totally distracted me 🙂

    http://www.aurelafashionista.com

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