The Basics Battle

Basics: something we as women wear every day. They are an essential element to layering, creating the longer length tunic look, and achieving a longer and leaner feel in an outfit. The new and exciting battle that has surfaced is that we now have so many different options-- not only when it comes to brand, but now when it comes to price. The old staples are still around like Three Dot (available at www.Nordstrom.com and www.Shopbop.com), James Perse (www.neimanmarcus.com and www.eluxury.com), C and C California (http://www.candccalifornia.com), Zooey (www.revolveclothing.com), and Splendid (www.saks.com). But is it still worth it to pay between $35-65 dollars for a white tee shirt when you can now buy one at Forever 21 or H&M for $10?

If you are like me, you will somehow manage to destroy a white tee shirt in three months flat by staining it, ripping it, or dying it some weird color. So for me, the option of buying a basic that has a lifespan of three months is a great way to go. I have taken to buying basics at H&M and I am fairly impressed with the quality of the cotton and the fit. I, however, still believe there is room for the expensive basics. They offer great style details that are hard to find at other places such as very high quality cotton and longevity.

Whether you choose to invest in your basics or go the cheap route, they are a basic necessity to any great wardrobe collection.