Fashion People Always Buy Their Holy-Grail Basics From This Low-Key Brand

Ask any fashion person you know—mixed in with hangers filled with Khaite, The Row, and Toteme, there's an affordable Japanese brand you might have heard of but never paid attention to. Uniqlo, the older sister brand to trendier GU (which just opened up in New York City) has been the go-to retailer for the stylish set in the know. Whether you're on the hunt for great basics or picking up a timeless coat or accessory, Uniqlo shines as the foundation to any cool person's wardrobe thanks to the brand's beloved T-shirts, pleated pants, and classic knits that work with everything. A lack of visible branding and logos makes Uniqlo pieces some of the best wardrobe staples to own. Just ask Bobby Schuessler,Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing 's shopping director and a consistent Uniqlo T-shirt buyer!
For fall layering and winter dressing, I've rounded up the best Uniqlo basics that fashion people reach for time and again. Don't be surprised if all of these sell out by November 1.

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.
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