I've Been a Stylist for 27 Years—These 11 Classics Are the Backbone of My Closet
We've followed Roz Kaur for years due to her unique and inspiring style. She also happens to work in the fashion industry, having been a stylist for 27 years. Over time, Kaur has honed her wardrobe-building skills and identified specific pieces that consistently work for her clients and her. These front-runners have become the backbone of her closet due to their timeless and versatile nature.
Kaur is sharing her classic favorites below in case you're seeking styling or shopping inspiration on your own sartorial journey. While Kaur has her own variations of these pieces based on her personal preferences, there are various interpretations of each classic item (as displayed in the product recommendations) to fit different styles. Keep scrolling to discover Kaur's current wardrobe essentials.
Loafers
On Kaur: Prada loafers
"I love a great pair of classic loafers because, apart from being super comfy, they elevate just about everything. I throw them on with everything from old ripped jeans and everyday dresses to nice trousers, so the cost per wear is practically free."
Midi Skirt
On Kaur: Uniqlo skirt
"This versatile piece transforms easily from daytime to nighttime with a simple change of shoes."
Leather Jacket
On Kaur: Avec Les Filles jacket
"A leather jacket is a true staple, and I like to try and keep everything else polished when I wear one."
Striped Knit
On Kaur: St. Roche sweater
"This sweater has become a staple to my uniform. I've been wearing it on repeat and will continue to do so through the next season. I like to buy a fresh new one every fall with a subtle tweak to classic silhouettes."
Wide-Leg Pants
On Kaur: St. Roche pants
"These pants look so fresh in spring and summer and chic in winter."
Retro Sneakers
On Kaur: Adidas sneakers
"I love mixing classic pieces to get the right balance. These sneakers make a simple pair of trousers a million times cooler without screaming trendy."
Voluminous Dress
On Kaur: H&M dress
"This voluminous satin dress is a multifunctional piece that looks clearly elegant on its own, but creatively [layering] with a tuxedo jacket and heels or flats takes this silhouette to another level."
Oversize Coat
On Kaur: Zara coat
"For me, it's all about a great jacket or coat since it's the piece that completes an outfit and takes it from boring to spectacular—yes, even your most beat-up jeans."
Classic Heels
On Kaur: Maeve pumps
"The color and the cool heel of this pump make the most basic pieces look avant-garde."
Statement Necklace
On Kaur: Anthropologie necklace
"A statement necklace can look chic without being overpowering and distracting. It can even be a great piece to wear to work and, when layered, can easily transform a look from day to night."
Puffer Jacket
On Kaur: Nicholas K puffer jacket
"To me, it's the definition of an effortless essential. Keep it balanced by styling contrasting silhouettes together."
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.
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