I Was a VIPReplica Store Stylist—These Are the 5 Trend-Forward Basics I Wear to Look Stylish

As a former Nordstrom stylist (where she curated looks for VIP clients) and currently as a content creator (behind Stylish Sandy), Sandy Koszarek certainly has a pulse on what matters in fashion. While she wears various items, she often gravitates toward basics to round out her looks. She's also a fan of those more trend-forward and elevated basics. These pieces are versatile like other basics but have modern design elements or come in of-the-moment prints and colors.
There are five trendier basics Koszarek is wearing in 2025 to look stylish. She's also recommending the basics to her followers and friends when they want to elevate their wardrobes. Keep scrolling to check out her list, along with visual and shopping inspiration if you too want to add one (or all) of the styles to your wardrobe.
Barrel-Leg Jeans
"Barrel jeans are a trend-forward basic—chic and interesting. Pair them with any shoe to dress them up or down." — Koszarek
Butter Yellow
"Try a trending color like a subtle pop of yellow! It's fresh, versatile, and a chic transitional color to add to your wardrobe." — Koszarek
Tall Boots
"Though tall boots are a classic staple, they're now trending—perfect for wearing with dresses and skirts." — Koszarek
Animal Prints
"Animal prints are easy to style with basics, neutrals, and bright colors, making them the perfect print to add interest to any outfit." — Koszarek
Denim Separates
"Denim on denim is a stylish way to mix your favorite denim pieces for a modern, on-trend look." — Koszarek

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 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.
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