I can’t believe I’ve already gotten started on my 2025 closet, but here we are. This year, I’m looking to Madewell, COS, and J.Crew for simple yet chic wardrobe staples—items that can easily move between spur-of-the-moment dinners with friends, Zoom calls, and what do you know, preschool tours. I started with broad ideas like clean lines, dark neutrals, well-tailored jeans, and outerwear. As I spent more time with my Pinterest wish list, I got more specific, narrowing down exactly what will fill some holes in my closet as well as some pieces that will bring new life and a bit of joy.
Sporty-inspired outerwear is a must—I spied a fantastic chocolate-brown funnel-neck jacket on COS’s site that’s sure to sell out. Gray has been an under-the-radar color trend that's just now seeping into my consciousness, which means I must have J.Crew's light-slate, almost-luminescent pleated miniskirt. I’ve also been on the hunt for leopard-print accents and a new bag, all of which I'm sharing with you just below.
The fabric buttons add such a special touch. Not to mention that pale pink is set to be the It color next year.
These pants actually give me butterflies.
I have no idea how I was sleeping on Madewell's ballet flats for so long—these are really good!
I adore this coat and the way it's styled here.
This color combo is 10/10.
Well, hello there.
I love the look of a simple red tee with vintage jeans.
Dark indigo jeans are trending for 2025, but they're also classic.
Act fast—this is sure to sell out.
A J.Crew best seller for good reason.
The epitome of simple yet chic.
The belt that will both tie your outfit together and add that somethin' somethin'.
I'm lacking long-sleeve T-shirts, and I really like the loose fit of this one.
I was unfamiliar with Agmes before this collaboration, but it's definitely on my radar now.
I'm loving a crisp black T-shirt with faded black jeans lately.
I've neglected to get new pajamas for far too long and keep coming back to this tab on my computer.
The styling!
I'm gravitating toward washed black denim for 2025.
Red socks and loafers is my new favorite combination.
Leopard calf hair is having a moment right now.
This sweater keeps selling out—catch it if you can!
Such a pretty everyday necklace.
From the cut to the hem, everything about these pants is perfect.
Just trying to fulfill my gray quota.
Your statement-dress need has been fulfilled.
How fun that these earrings are different sizes.
I could live in slouchy sweaters like this if it got cold enough on the West Coast.
This sale price is unheard of!
Maybe it's because I just read Miranda July's ode to baby-blue lace on her Substack this morning, but this button-up needs a place in my closet.
Does it get any better than this pleated miniskirt?
This post was published at an earlier date and has been updated.
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