These Cheap and Cool Basics Are Calling for a Place in Your Wardrobe
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It's true! These basics are calling—no, begging—for a place in your spring and summer wardrobe. But more importantly than that, they deserve it. Simple enough to go with everything you own, but just a bit cooler and, dare I say, better, than your average top, dress, or sweatshirt, the below finds are a worthy addition to any closet. Plus, did I mention they're all under $50?
So whether you're looking for a pop of color to brighten up your box in your next Zoom meeting or (like me) plan to stick with neutrals for the foreseeable future but wouldn't mind some extra details here and there, these pieces—all of which are from our very own Who What Wear collection—will have you covered. Now, all you need to do is finish your spring cleaning if you haven't already, and, of course, scroll down to shop! When you're done, check out some of our favorite sandals to pair with all your new clothes here.
I know you were eyeing this 'fit up top.Also available in more sizes.
Gotta complete the look with the matching pants.Also available in more sizes.
Wear this with your favorite jeans.
You will get so much use out of this easy white dress. Also available in more sizes.
I'm a sucker for this print.Also available in more sizes.
Did someone say matching shorts? Also available in more sizes.
I love a good mini. Also available in more sizes.
Nothing says spring quite like eyelet. Also available in more sizes.
This neutral shade of green will be so easy to style—I promise. Also available in more sizes.
Too pretty to pass up. Also available in more sizes.
I want to wear this around my house just to feel fancy.
Yes, it's officially gingham season. Also available in more sizes.
I love tie details on anything. Also available in more sizes.
Eyelet makes a basic sweatshirt instantly spring-ready. Also available in more sizes.
You'll want to live in this easy dress. Also available in more sizes.
Is it just me or does this look so expensive?
Feel like your best self in this pretty (but comfy) dress. Also available in more sizes.
Wrap details are always a plus. Also available in more sizes.
Denim lovers, this one's for you. Also available in more sizes.
How to wear black in spring and summer.Also available in more sizes.
Who doesn't want a dress that feels like a sweatshirt? Also available in more sizes.
Give your basic te a break. Also available in more sizes.
Of-the-moment polka-dot print is always a nice change from plain white or black.
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Next, everything I'd but from Zara for spring.
Since starting as an intern back in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles here at Who What Wear, and she is currently Editor-at-Large. It was a less expected route, seeing as she was graduating from business school at USC when this all began, but it has turned out to be the best one for her. Fast-forward to 2024, and she's moved to NYC from her hometown of Beverly Hills and spends her workdays a little differently from when she was an intern starting out. Currently, she focuses on a weekly mélange of shopping content. As far as her personal style goes, she's largely drawn to classic pieces and neutral basics but will always make an exception for something colorful, printed, or bejeweled as long as it's deemed worthy enough. After all, the only thing she loves more than a good party is dressing up for one. On weekdays, she can usually be found at home eating something delicious for dinner and trying to force her husband to watch Summer House.
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