Meet Your New 2025 Basics Wardrobe: 11 Holy-Grail Pieces Everyone Is Wearing

As we enter the second half of the year, this is the perfect time to take stock of which basics you have and which ones you may need to see you through the remainder of 2025 and beyond. The odd thing about basics is that, although the point of them is that they're low-key and trend-less, the cool ones to wear do change from year to year.

If you're more interested in keeping up with the current basics than being annoyed that they evolve from year to year, I'm here to guide you. With fall arrival quickly approaching, I've been busy shopping for the chic basics that'll make getting dressed easier and faster—from a specific wash of denim to the sporty jacket trend everyone is already wearing, these finds are made to be worn again and again. All in all, I landed on eleven key pieces that'll help me to create dozens of cool outfits. Keep scrolling to shop the best versions of each along with me.

Dark-Wash Jeans

The dark denim resurgence took off last year and it's back for another round. An inky wash makes everything from denim miniskirts to baggy jeans look exponentially more elegant.

Windbreakers

The reigning casual jacket trend of 2025 is a casual windbreaker, which fashion people are pairing with unexpected pieces, such as a slip skirt. If you want to get even more specific, funnel-neck jackets and red sporty jackets are the most in-demand styles.

Crewneck Cardigans

As the preppy trend marches on, crewneck cardigans continue to be a wardrobe mainstay. I'm such a fan of this particular basic that I own Reformation's Clara Crewneck Cardigan in four colors.

Leather Belts

Whenever you put on an outfit that just needs a little something extra, the first thing you should try is adding a classic leather belt. In an instant, that outfit will look more polished and expensive—trust me.

Pull-On Satin Pants

While linen pants season may be wrapping up, satin pants of the same pull-on style aren't going anywhere. Given their sheen, dressing them up for a night out is easier than with linen pants.

Barn Jackets

Chances are that you already purchased a barn jacket last fall, but if not, or if you're in the market for another one, the good news is that the trend has stuck around for 2025 and there are tons of cool options to choose from.

V-Neck Tees

V-neck tees are back and I'm stocking up. Instead of deep V-necks, ones with a higher neckline (which are far more polished) are trending.

Slip Skirts

Basics with origins in the '90s continue to be wildly popular year after year. One of the current styles is slip skirts—especially those with a romantic lace trim. They're perfect for pairing with the aforementioned V-neck T-shirts.

Square-Neck Shift Dresses

As far as classic dresses that you can wear year-round for a plethora of different occasions goes, square-neck shift dresses are the perfect style. Whether you opt for linen, satin, corduroy, or denim, it's a guarantee that you'll look effortlessly chic.

Polo Shirts

Another preppy trend that's everywhere right now? Polo shirts. I'm shopping for classic ones with a button collar in solids and stripes.

Black Cigarette Pants

If you want to look elegant with minimal effort, a pair of black cigarette pants is a must-buy for 2025. Every time I wear them, I get compliments.