Woman Must Haves for Great Overall Style

I am sitting here watching re-runs of "What Not to Wear", one of my absolute favorite shows, pondering ......what are the basics a woman needs to achieve great style?

1) Healthy Hair, Great Cut/Length-This is not an easy task. This is a trial and error process. First of all you have to deal with the reality that is your hair type, then you have to find a style that works for your face and your lifestyle. Finally, last but not least, you have to find a hair stylist who can achieve the look and is willing to take the journey with you. DO NOT SETTLE.

2)The Right Undergarments-This means the right bra (correct fit) and the right "undies". Lay a proper foundation!

3)Dark Wide Leg/Boot Leg Trouser Jean-I love these jeans because you can dress them up (heels and a jacket) or dress them down (ballet flats and a t-shirt). Width of leg opening depends on body type.


4) Classic Wide Leg/Boot Leg Black Slacks-This is a must, just like the black dress. You can just do so much with it. Width of leg opening depends on body type.


5)Camis -Black, White, Brown, Gray at the very least. Over time you can add more colors and styles, like lace and a little sparkle. They are usually inexpensive and great for covering up that little bit of cleavage when you don't need it to show.

6) White Collar Shirt-This is another basic that never hurt anyone and you can get a lot of mileage out of it. I think you should have at least 3. (if you're like me and not fan of laundry, when one is dirty, you have another)

7)Classic Black Dress-One can never go wrong with the simple black dress, what more can I say? You can do a million different things with it! Cover up with a jacket, boots, pumps, shawl, wrap, add bold accessories, stay classic with pearls..........


8)Classic Neutral Color Dress-I think everyone should have a solid "other color than black" dress,(chocolate brown, heather gray,summer white, winter white, dark grey). Sometimes you just don't feel like wearing black, and you don't have to!

9)The Suit-Dark Gray, Black, with or without pinstripes, natural materials. Again, CLASSIC. Leave the trends for the accessories and shoes.

10)Classic Coats-preferably trench style or A-line, one for for spring/fall (tan, cream) and one for fall/winter (camel, black, earth tones).

11)High Heeled Pump (You determine heel height)-And you must have black and red. Black shoe as your workhorse, red to add the sexy to the smart and stylish outfit!!!!!

12)"Diamond"(or Cubic Zirconia) Stud Earrings-I haven't encountered an occasion where these can't be worn. Have you?

13)Leather (Faux or Real) Shoulder Bags-Brown and Black, NO TRENDY EMBELLISHMENTS, CLASSIC, CLASSIC, CLASSIC. Start from here and build your handbag inventory :o)

14) Elegant Clutch- The dress-up purse! Here you can have some fun, bold color, a little shimmer, a little gold, a little silver.

Now you're set!