My closet is full of crazy colours, prints and patterns, but you can't wear crazy prints everyday (though part of me wishes I could)! You need basics to fill up your wardrobe and to make the most out of your clothing. Here are 5 must-have staples you definitely need in your wardrobe:


1. Fitted Blazer: While I am an advocate for a bold patterned blazer, a solid coloured one is awesome for taking any casual outfit and making it formal and work appropriate. Also excellent as a cover up for chilly nights when you still want to look put together. 

Zara Single Button Blazer (C$89.90) 

2. Camisole: A low cut dress or blouse is my choice garment for a night out (you gotta work with whatcha have). For the office or school? Not so much. Always have a cami on hand to turn that night out top into a day time appropriate look. 

Smart Set Camisole With Adjustable Straps (C$16.00)

3. The LBD: How could we not mention a little black dress? Wear with glittery jewellery and a clutch for a night out with the ladies or dress it up with the blazer and some subtle bling for a meeting. 

French Connection Classic Marie Stretch Column Dress (C$169.41)

4. Slouchy Tee or Tank: I have a whole arsenal of loose, long tees and tanks in solid colours. They are the perfect thing to pair with printed trousers and pencil skirts. Print on print can be too fashion forward, but a solid colour top and printed bottom is much more accesible and wearable. Plus a looser fit is great for that afternoon food baby! 
 
Old Navy Jersey Circle Tops (C$18.94) 

5. Solid Mini Skirt: I can't tell you how many times this little mini has saved my butt. Skirts a little sheer? Throw on a mini underneath! Have an oversized tee that you want to wear as a dress but it's a touch too short? This baby goes right on under! Or maybe you have a fabulous patterned top and you're in need of a basic skirt to tone it down. This is perfect for layering and wearing alone. 

H&M Short Jersey Skirt (US$5.95)

What are your wardrobe essentials?