I’ve actually been the most drawn to basic pieces lately; the more elemental the better. Simple black skirt, white tee, black jeans, classic heels. Instead of boring basic, I find them to be building pieces in my closet.
I haven’t done a weekday to weekend combo post in a while so I thought no time like the present right? I decided to post on these basic pieces, like these black jeans. Basic because they are, but instead of using basic in a blah way I like to use it in a elemental way. It’s a basic that let’s you build outfits easily. For instance, these are just skinny black jeans, but they can work for day dressing or weekend slouching. (Slouching is what I do on the weekends, not sure what you fancies get yourself into but my plans do not include heels.)
I also see a bright future for skinny black jeans this fall. The possibilities are endless. I mean I can pull these off easily for a meeting or for running around during the day and then for the weekend, I can throw on my sneaks, tee and go… to the grocery store, the coffee shop or my couch. Because that’s about as exciting as our weekend gets. (Although I did watch Beyonce last night at the VMA’s and immediately started bedazzling a onesie.)
Bedazzlement aside, as you can tell black and white pieces are pretty much my go to for basics this fall. What is on your shopping list for fall? Basics or trendy?
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Weekday look:
c/o Old Navy Black Skinny jeans / or mid-rise fit, too
Weekend look:
c/o Old Navy Tee
c/o Old Navy Blouse (around waist)
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61 Responses
I would pick basics over trends any day. I love both looks and I am also slouching on weekends, yup no heels for me.
PrincessAudu
the embellished tee in the first outfit is stunning! 🙂
I think basics are great – with a few statement pieces to add some interest now and then. But comfortable, basic items are what I wear the most, you can remix them so easily.
Away From The Blue
Love this look!
The Style Storm
<3, Christina
Great look. Really like the Holy Chic tee:)
Love both chic look<3
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Adorable looks.
glamdevils
beautiful! 🙂 i adore these two tops and you look smokin'
ladies in navy
I'm currently "building my wardrobe" and one of the first things I added was a pair of black skinnies! They are my go-to for everything 🙂
26 and Not Counting
good call! i wear black pants year round!
Love these looks! And I'm a major fan of skinny black jeans. They're the perfect pair for a dressy night or a casual night. SO great for fall!
Love your first look!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
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Simply perfect 🙂
loving the basics on you! so cute
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Black jeans are definitely a must have! You're casual look is definitely one I see happening in my life soon;)
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
Wonderful two outfits! First one is so casual and works perfect for many occasions!
Second one is having a great sporty vibe and is more for laid-back days/ weekends when you don't have much going, just want to go for a walk or beer 🙂
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Old Navy skinny jeans are the best! I love 3 pairs and love them all.
Carlee
http://thelittlesloth.blogspot.com/
I didn't realize how versatile black skinnies were until I bought a pair. Now I love them! Being jeans, they're perfect for dressing down, but the black makes them a little classier for evening. Great looks!
xo Julie
Tres chic
Versatility, thy name is black skinny jeans. Love!
Jessica
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I'm obsessed with my black skinny jeans! I can wear them with anything, and it keeps the outfit classy!
Simply Sabrina
I had a pair of black jeans once but I felt like I constantly had to lint-roll them. Maybe I live in a really linty house or something. Might have just been the particular fabric of the jeans though. I might still get another pair and just live with it, because you have clearly proven to me that black jeans are awesome.
~Sarah of Sarah's Real Life
love love both of the shirts! these outfits are so great, look so comfy and really relatable, feels like I can pull something like this off! love simple looks like these!
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I love that first top and those sneakers! I definitely do not wear heels on the weekend ;).
Tamara
http://www.trulytamara.com
both outfits are adorable but the weekend look is so adorable with those sneaks!
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Both outfits are great. I want that tee!
WHAT. I literally bought those exact jeans about 3 minutes before reading this post. Get outta my head, Kendi! 🙂
love the weekend-outfit. ❤︎
Katharina // ktinka
Such a cute embroidered top!
xo Jenny
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gorgeous looks kendi!
Nice basic pieces. The embroidered top is very pretty.
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Very cute outfits – well done!
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loving both these looks! especially loving that lavender blazer!!
xoxo, Elena Michelle
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Both are excellent looks. I think the weekday may be my favorite ensemble. I love the blouse with all the perfectly contoured burnout pattern. Really lovely. You look great.
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I just got the 'Holy Chic' tee shirt and I love it!! It is so fun and perfect to wear all of the time!
I love that Holy Chic shirt!
i lately bought topshop skinny jeans and cubus skinny jeans and think that both are great and also bought some C&A pants
Lovely t-shirt! Great summer outfit:-)
XX
Miri
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gorgeous photos! that purple blazer is amazing!
xxoo,
nikki
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you look adorable!
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Hi..did you loose weight? You look great.)))
I love that first outfit! The lace top is gorgeous, and I like that you styled it simply – that allows it to really stand out.
Great pics! I agree with you! There is nothing better than black skinny jeans and a cute white tee! I am looking at both basics and trendy this fall. Super excited!
Kelli
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Great look!
~Mel
http://girlandthepolkadot.blogspot.com/
So amazing easy chic outfit
I really love it
Kisses
Maggie D.
The Indian Savage diary Fashion Blog
Basics are always on my life. I love that Piperlime top!
xx,
Sara
Style for the Seasons
I am obsessing over your beaded top!
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Looove that Kate Spade bag in the top pic!
Kasey {preppylove}
http://www.preplovelove.com
I love the second outfit! The shoes look so comfortable
I love both your looks, simple yet elegant!
notjessfashion.com
Such a fun graphic tee!
xo Tia | http://www.bigcitytyro.com
Really great photos and a lovely outfit! x
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I'm with you! I could live in black skinnies. They go with everything..
Michele
http://www.prettysmartme.com
I'm a basics girl, forever and always. It's just too easy and you look so GD good. Why mess with that? Love both of these looks, Kendi!
XO Alison
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Simple yet stunning! Love it!
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That 'holy chic' top is so brilliant! I'll definitely have to get my hands on one too!
XO Greta | flourish-blog.blogspot.com
I love that Holy Chic tee! I was thinking about getting one myself, but some of the reviews said the tee was see-through. Is that your experience too? Do you have to wear a cami underneath?
Basics with a little bit of trendy. For example black pants, but waxed or with distressing. Fun ways to add a little fall and holiday! I also want to snag those sneaks.
XO
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Loving that purple cardigan/blazer and the skinnies!
xo
Christa
http://www.gardeniasandmint.wordpress.com
Hey! I love this look!
https://SKINGENITY.COM/
lOOKS REALLY COMFY AND CHIC!