Perfection Happens When You Mix a Basic With One of These 6 Trendy Fall Items

Basics are basically the foundations of our wardrobes. After all, it’s these staples that more or less anchor our looks, with the ability to be easily mixed and matched with those trend-driven pieces that crop up each season. On that note, there are actually a few specific elevated basics that I think pair especially well with some of fall’s most forward items. Essentially, outfit perfection can happen when said trendy hero items are balanced out with the simple pieces in question.

Here, I’m talking about pairings like a timeless white button-down shirt and an of-the-moment sweater-vest or a chic blazer and knit top. To showcase all of this further, I’m highlighting how fashion people are wearing some of my favorite outfit combos below. Keep scrolling for more. You’ll also find a smattering of inspired shopping picks as well in case you’re looking to add something fresh into your rotation.

Cardigan + Vintage Collar

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Those vintage-inspired collars are seriously trending, and will take any staple cardigan to the next level.

Leggings + Oversize Shirt

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Have a go-to pair of leggings? Try your classic pair with an oversize shirt for a very directional silhouette. 

Sweatpants + Ribbed Knit

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Ribbed knits—especially those styles that have unique necklines or cutout details—are everywhere this fall. Love the idea of wearing one with a pair of sweatpants or joggers for a current vibe.

Blazer + Leather Trousers

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Your favorite blazer—either a classic style or one that's modern and slouchy—will look effortlessly chic with trendy leather trousers.

Blouse + Sweater-Vest

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A sweater vest could be considered a next-level basic and it's also a trend piece for the season. Toss one over a white blouse, and you have yourself quite a forward 'fit.

Straight-Leg Jeans + Cropped Blazer

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Cropped blazers are back as a must-have for the season—and work great with a range of items, but especially straight-leg jeans.

Next, check out more trendy basics to consider

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Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers likeReplica Store, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront ofBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing '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.