6 Editor-Approved Zara Basics That Are So Versatile

last updated 14 August 2019

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Just because something doesn't come in a bold color, have crystals dripping from it, or dance on command doesn't mean it can't be an exciting addition to your wardrobe. In the sartorial world, we like to call these more "boring" pieces basics, and it's these articles of clothing that build the backbone of our wardrobes. No, they might not be the most fun to shop for, but they are the pieces you reach for time and time again to enhance those more statement pieces. In other words, they are basically lifesavers.

Now, spending a lot of money on things like T-shirts and tank tops can be hard to wrap your mind around, which is why all the editors at Who What Wear love heading to Zara to shop its go-to basics the affordable way. Ahead, you'll find out which "boring" basics these fashion editors always buy from Zara and why. From tailored trousers to everyday heels, the sum of the selection ahead equals one really well-stocked wardrobe, so get ready to stock up.

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"I love Zara’s basic tees and tanks. They’re so good and affordable and tend to come in multiple colors (although I always end up buying black and white)."

Shop her picks:

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Cropped Top

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Basic T-Shirt

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Textured Top With Straps

"I always turn to Zara for great affordable heels. The brand's shoe game is seriously strong."

Shop her picks:

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Strappy Mid-Heel Leather Sandals

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Blue Collection Metall Leather Mid-Heel Shoes

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Heeled Mules With Asymmetrical Straps

"I buy more knit tops than anything else from Zara. Generally speaking, I find that the quality and fit are pretty good, and the prices are low enough to stock up on my favorites."

Shop her picks:

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Knit Top

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Basic Sweater

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Basic Short Sleeved Sweater

"Whenever I walk into Zara I walk out with a… hoodie. I can’t get enough of them. Even if I already have five white hoodies, I definitely need another one. Zara always has a great color selection, different washes, and the fit is top notch—not too fitted and not too baggy. I wear them with skirts, jeans, leggings, shorts, everything. I'm addicted."

Shop her picks:

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Cropped Hooded Sweatshirt

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Block Color Blazer

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Washed Sweatshirt

"Blazers may be on the more boring end of the spectrum of things you can buy at Zara, but I find that the fit is usually on point. My tip is to look for ones that are in fabrics that inherently look expensive like linen or tweed. The polyester ones can veer a bit cheap looking, and steer clear of any pre-scrunched sleeves!"

Shop her picks:

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Rustic Blazer With Pockets

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Basic Blazer

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Jewel Button Tweed Jacket

"I love shopping at Zara for simple tailored trousers. I find that they can be really expensive elsewhere. The look of a crisp pant with even just a T-shirt is so chic, and I love knowing I secretly got the most elevated part of my look from Zara."

Shop her picks:

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Wide Leg Pants With Darts

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Pleated Pants With Belt

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Pants With Turned-Up Hem

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Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.