There are so many amazing things to celebrate in your 30’s, and a better wardrobe is definitely one of them. I spent most of my 20’s experimenting with fun trends and different silhouettes that didn’t necessarily work on my body. I can say now that I’ve evolved out of that phase for the most part and have built a wardrobe around smart investment pieces that can be styled in various ways. The great thing about investment pieces is that they’ll never go out of style, so you’ll always have something to wear even years down the road. If you’re getting close to your 30’s or are already there, here are the 10 key pieces that lay the foundation for a perfect wardrobe.

 

Balmain Blazer (wearing an FR34, better for budget here) | ASTR The Label Black Cutout Turtleneck (wearing an XS) | Blank Denim Faux Leather Pants (wearing a 24 – runs TTS) | Nike Cortez Sneakers (run TTS) | New Era NY Hat | Quay Sunglasses | Prada Cahier Bag

1. Smart Blazer

Mango Camel Coat (wearing an XS) | Topshop Black Turtleneck Sweater | Blank Denim Faux Leather Pants (wearing a 24) | Christian Louboutin Leopard Heels (similar here, better for budget here) | Givenchy Antigona Bag (read my review HERE) | Saint Laurent Sunglasses (better for budget here)

2. Tailored Coat

Cole Haan Camel Coat (sold out, similar here) | ASTR The Label Black Cutout Turtleneck | Blank Denim Faux Leather Pants (wearing a 24 – runs TTS) | Gucci Marmont Velvet Wallet On Chain (similar here) | Christian Louboutin So Kate Leopard Heels (similar here, better for budget here) | Saint Laurent Sunglasses (better for budget here)

3. Leather Pants

On me: Kate Spade Leather Jacket (similar here, better for budget here) | Equipment Shirt (wearing an XS, better for budget here) | Anine Bing Lace Bralette | Blank Denim Faux Leather Pants (under $100 – run TTS) | Chanel Bag | Celine Edge Sunglasses

On him: Topman Leather Jacket (sold out, similar here) | Vince White Tee (similar here) | All Saints Black Denim | Gucci Belt (on him – wearing a 90 – usually a 34 waist) | Gucci Sneakers (run TTS) | Ray-Ban Sunglasses

4. Leather Jacket

Balmain Blazer (better for budget here) | Gucci Belt (wearing a size 70 – read my ‘Gucci Belt Sizing Guide’ HERE) | Asos Dress | Gucci Tights | Givenchy Sunglasses | Chanel Bag | Similar Revolve Heels

5. Versatile Dress

Free People Sweater Dress (wearing an XS, similar here) | Stuart Weitzman Over-The-Knee Boots (better for budget here) | Louis Vuitton Neverfull Tote (MM size) | Kyi Kyi Beanie | Karen Walker Sunglasses (better for budget here)

6. Luxe Handbag

Lovers + Friends Sweater (wearing an XS, similar here and here) | GRLFRND Denim (wearing a 23 – size down) | Christian Louboutin So Kate Heels (see my sizing trick via my Louboutin highlight) | Gucci Dionysus Bag (mini size) | Karen Walker Sunglasses

7. Well-Cut Jeans

Janessa Leone Fedora (similar here, better for budget here) | CamiNYC Lace Top (size down) | CamiNYC Lace Cami (size down) | H&M Tan Coat (similar here) | Similar White Jeans | Christian Louboutin Heels | Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM

8. Designer Heels

Outfit Details (Above): Balmain Blazer (better for budget here) | Beige Turtleneck | L’Agence Denim | Golden Goose Sneakers | Louis Vuitton Pégase Luggage | Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM | Quay Sunglasses

9. High-Quality Luggage

White Gucci Belt (wearing a 75 – read my ‘Gucci Belt Sizing Guide’ HERE) | Gucci Logo Tee (wearing an XXS) | Gucci Marmont White Bag (mini size shown) | Balmain Blazer (wearing an FR34) | Christian Louboutin Red Heels (size down 1/2 size)

10. Timeless Accessory

xo, Maria