9 Outfit-Elevating Basics That Are Well Worth Investing In

Sylvie wears a Burberry Trench Coat.
As fashion editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , I'd like to think I know a thing or two about searching out a great new piece or a timeless classic, but it's only recently that I learnt the trick to piecing together a truly great outfit. Let's face it: We're all guilty of spending valuable time agonising over what to wear in the morning, and no matter how many statement dresses or exciting new pairs of shoes I find, everything has a time and a place, and I invariably end up turning to the same forever pieces to dress up my day-to-day look. A case in point, the "basic".
Abi wears Manolo Blahnik mules.
Calling anything "basic" gives it a bad rap, but rest assured in this case I don't use basic to mean boring; instead, I'm referring to simple, understated, well-thought-out pieces that can be worn time and again, and end up being the hardest-working things in your wardrobe. Often these are the best investments you can make (and well worth spending a little extra money on for their sheer cost per wear), as these core pieces can be building blocks in creating the perfect capsule wardrobe.
Sarah wears a The Frankie Shop blazer.
As a staunch advocate for high-low dressing and someone you'll always find in a high street blazer and a reliable designer bag, I've made the decision to shop in a way that favours buying less but better, and getting my wardrobe into good shape means shaping up its foundation. So I began the quest to find the very best designer pieces you can count on for exceptional quality, timeless design and versatility, eschewing all flash-in-the-pan trends that will fall out of fashion as quickly as they come in.
After hours of research, I've put together a list of the luxury pieces that I think are really worth the investment. Think forever buys that aren't tied to a trending hashtag, just quality wardrobe essentials like a good quality jacket, the perfect pair of jeans or the attention-grabbing handbag that you'll be happy to wear on rotation.
Not only do these pieces seamlessly weave into your current wardrobe, but they've got the outfit-elevating power of any other designer buy, so the next time you're putting on a simple T-shirt and jeans, you can upgrade the look with a key blazer or smart pair of shoes. Wondering what makes the cut for best of the best? Well, on this list you'll find old favourites like The Frankie Shop tailoring, elevated classics from Toteme and luxe offerings like the perfect boots courtesy of The Row. Sound good?
Monikh with a Loewe Puzzle bag.
Keep scrolling for the best designer basics, including simple coats, jeans, blazers, dresses and accessories, to invest in now but wear for years to come. These are pieces that will never go out of style.
SHOP OUR DEFINITIVE EDIT OF THE BEST DESIGNER BASICS:
1. THE BEST DESIGNER BLAZERS
2. THE BEST DESIGNER SHIRTS
3. THE BEST DESIGNER JEANS
4. THE BEST DESIGNER HEELS
Jimmy Choo pumps are a classic style that will never go out of fashion.
5. THE BEST DESIGNER SKIRTS AND TROUSERS
Leggings are a staple in most of our wardrobes, so it's worth spending a little more to get a brilliant quality pair that lasts. These are completely opaque, without any sporty details so you can dress them up too.
6. THE BEST DESIGNER DRESSES
Winter is here, and I plan to be wearing this dress on repeat.
7. THE BEST DESIGNER FLAT SHOES
Loafers are one of the only styles of shoe you can comfortably wear all year round, so with that much pavement time, you're going to want a pair that goes the distance.
Ballet flats are back, but the truth is they never left.
8. THE BEST DESIGNER HANDBAGS
It's so difficult to choose between the raffia basket, the Flamenco pouch, the Gate crossbody and even the Luna, but our money is on the Puzzle bag for Loewe's best-selling bag of all time.
You can spot The Row from a mile away. The sleek, minimalist designs are a sure sign that the wearer has serious taste.
Need a bag big enough to carry all of your essentials (and then some)? You just found it in this stylish shopper that will take you all the way through winter too.
9. THE BEST DESIGNER OUTERWEAR
If you're looking to invest in a trench coat, Burberry is the iconic brand to buy from.
Max Mara's Manuela coat has been an icon for decades.

Remy Farrell is a London-based fashion editor with 10 years of experience covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. After graduating with a journalism degree and working on the fashion teams for titles such as Grazia, Elle, and British Vogue, she moved into the luxury e-commerce sector, working as fashion assistant at TheOutnet.com After expanding an assisting and styling portfolio that includes talent such as Gigi Hadid, Victoria Beckham and Miquita Oliver, she ventured into beauty, compiling reviews and diverse beauty content. In her role as fashion editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , Remy is interested in discovering new brands to share with the WWW UK readership, and loves uncovering hidden gems to make shopping accessible to everyone.
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