https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:31:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305804 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:51:07 +0000 nemosmom 2305804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks again, everyone! I am adding these to the list!</p> <p>Here is my current list, some are up for re-evaluation:</p> <p>-bra: wacoal (discontinued; looking for replacement. Maybe Uniqlo 3D wireless)<br /> - undies: aerie<br /> - socks: Bombas; pacas<br /> - white tees: Jockey<br /> - color tees: ONNO; Uniqlo<br /> - longjohns: NUI<br /> - sleepwear: mostly demoted bits. But I love a pair of TART Intimates pants and two aerie jersey shorts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305797 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:30:26 +0000 kkards 2305797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think all of these are from YLF recommendations&nbsp;</p> <p>socks —Darn Tough&nbsp;<br />panties —Uniqlo airism&nbsp;<br />base layer —Heattech Uniqlo (2nd place is Heatgen by M&amp;S)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305760 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 22:59:20 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2305760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bras and undies Journelle and Fleur du Mal<div>Cami type underlayers Uniqlo and Hanro<br />Tights and stockings Uniqlo, Falke, Wolford and Sheertex</div><div>Athletic socks Bombas<br />Sleepwear Skin, Lunya, J Crew<br />Athletic pursuits Tory Burch, Title Nine</p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305631 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 12:07:40 +0000 kerry 2305631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Knix for bras (my favourite LuxeLift and 2nd favourite Good to Go)<br />Jockey for cotton panties<br />Darn Tough and Gap for socks<br />Old Navy for cotton poplin pj pants (they now mostly carry these as a men’s item)<br />Lands End for flannel pants for winter evening lounging (too hot for sleeping for me) worn with Gap for hoodies<br />Glerup for cold weather slippers<br />Athleta for leggings<br />Halogen for cotton camis (used for layering warmth in winter and as pj top with ON pants for sleeping year round)</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305613 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:44:36 +0000 Bijou 2305613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mine are probably only useful for those in Australia:<br />Bras and undies - Calvin Klein<br />Sleepwear - Peter Alexander and Uniqlo<br />Leggings and gym gear - Uniqlo<br />Heattech - Uniqlo<br />Hosiery - Levante </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305611 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:39:10 +0000 anchie 2305611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are mine:<br /> Bras - Wacoal, Simone Perele<br /> Camis - Hanro, no contest<br /> Panties - a real mix, trying different brands, still looking for favorites<br /> Sleepwear- Esprit, Marks &amp; Spencer<br /> Loungewear- Cotton Candy, Marks &amp; Spencer<br /> Tights - Falke, Wolford<br /> Knee highs - drugstore kind<br /> Activewear - Adidas, Esprit<br /> Sport bras - Triumph </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305609 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:43:42 +0000 Style Fan 2305609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are my favourites:</p> <p>Bras: Chantelle<br /> Undies: Jockey and Hanky Panky<br /> Sports Bras: Lole<br /> Yoga Gear: Lululemon<br /> Lounge Wear: Roots, Lululemon<br /> Socks: Smartwool<br /> PJs: bottoms are men's Marks, tops are cotton tees</p> <p>I am looking for new Bras this year. I may try Simone Pearle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305598 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:51:36 +0000 Zaeobi 2305598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another rec for Maidenform's cotton! </p> <p>Nonwire bras: Pierre Cardin, Wacoal<br /> Lounge bras: Uniqlo, Intimissimi bralettes<br /> Pants: Intimissimi supima cotton (slipshorts), Bandalettes (for summerwear instead)<br /> Hosiery: Seasalt Cornwall's cotton tights<br /> Socks: Sheec, Falke merino (washes well!*)<br /> Long johns: Intimissimi (modal cashmere blend for tops/ silk cotton etc for leggings)<br /> PJs: Nomads UK's cotton, BekahStudio's machine washable silk &amp; Etsy for linens </p> <p>*I don't own a tumble dryer, so everything is line dry by default for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305579 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:13:42 +0000 nemosmom 2305579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are super helpful suggestions! Thank you, everyone! I am also happy with my bombas and darn tough socks - although the bombas I gave are no-show, so packed up until spring. </p> <p>Off to check out some other brands mentioned here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305569 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 03:27:49 +0000 Julie 2305569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's my list...<br /> Underwear and tanks- jockey<br /> Bras- all natori, after trying on a gazillion this summer when I changed size<br /> Lounge bralettes for at home (a new pandemic category for me!)- true&amp;co<br /> Socks- mostly smartwool and Bombas<br /> I'm loving the knee high wool Bombas this winter!<br /> I will now explore the other brands on lists similar to mine... Thanks nemosmom! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305553 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 01:52:48 +0000 Jaime 2305553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Underwear - cotton five packs from the drugstore. Still.<br />Bras - Mostly Chantelle.<br />Tanks for workouts and underlayers- local brand<br />Everything else - random </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305530 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 01:07:24 +0000 Tanya 2305530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another one with a mix here.</p> <p>Bras - Simone Perele, Chantelle, some Natori<br />Undies - Chantelle seamless, Commando, Maidenform for cotton<br />PJs - PJ Salvage, Cosabella when in splurge mood<br />Underlayers - Uniqlo Heattech, Halogen for camis<br />Socks - SmartWool for winter, random brands for summer (e.g. Gap) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305524 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:39:34 +0000 Janet 2305524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Socks - Darn Tough, Balega, Bombas<br /> Bras - Bravissimo, Chantelle, Freya, Fantasie, True &amp; Co for bralettes, Anita and Knix for sports bras<br /> Underwear - On Gossamer<br /> Under layers - Uniqlo Heattech and Airism, Jockey, Old Navy, Halogen for tanks and camis<br /> Activewear - Athleta, Lululemon, Merrill and Brooks for shoes<br /> Sleepwear - Anthro, PJSalvage, PrintFresh, Natori </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305522 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:37:13 +0000 Jenn 2305522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <ul> <li><b>Athleta</b> for sleep pants and shorts</li> <li><b>Third Love</b> for bras and underwear</li> <li><b>Arq </b>for cotton underwear and camis</li> <li><b>Bombas</b> for socks</li> <li><b>Duluth Trading Company</b> was my go-to for tanks for sleeping/layering, but I'm giving <b>Pact</b> a shot.</li> <li>Various sources for silk camis, but the one I have from <b>Julianna Rae&nbsp;</b>seems to be indestructible.</li> </ul> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305517 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:25:46 +0000 Anonymous 2305517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wacoal for knickers, though looking at Nubian for replacement nude ones.<br /> Natori bras have been good, though I have a mix right now<br /> Athleta for gear<br /> Target A New Day for sleep long sleeve Ts. Unfortunately they seem to have discontinued their high neck tanks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305470 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 21:48:50 +0000 Anonymous 2305470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find myself using consistantly only two colors at a time. &nbsp;I need to practice adding a third color. &nbsp;That will take discipline and observation , planning and work. &nbsp;I may need to add more prints to pull everything together. &nbsp;For example, I had planned to make black white and red an important part of December dress, but seldom added the red&nbsp;<br />, although I have it ready. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305465 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 21:38:55 +0000 Anonymous 2305465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like my basics in silk and the EF brand is always good. &nbsp;I can wear them year round with the right pieces . &nbsp;I like a sleeveless shell and maybe a long-sleeved tee in each basic neutral. &nbsp;These tops go with skirts and pants and even layered with each other. &nbsp;No weight. Today I am wearing a column of chocolate brown EF silk wide pants and long-sleeved tee over the sleeveless shell for warmth. &nbsp;It is a snowy +2 degrees that was first a -2 degrees. &nbsp;This was for a doctors' visit in early morning..a winter wonderland with a new dusting of snow on everything. &nbsp;I wear black, classic navy, tan, brown and pale grey-white. I would welcome lace shells or long sleeved tees in these colors too.<br />my basics have changed some in 7 years. &nbsp;Now I have had to exchange jeans for full length pants in winter and capri or ankle pants for summer. &nbsp;Snow boots are now worn more than booties (deep snow), smart wool socks to wear with long pants, tops in a variety of warm colors. Toppers to wear with the tops indoors and under outdoor toppers for warmth in leather and velvet. Ponte pants that pull on are as numerous as jeans now. &nbsp;<div>2023 will be a big year for footwear. &nbsp;Many beloved pairs are no longer comfortable or wearing out and need replacement. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305458 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 21:05:55 +0000 Minaminu 2305458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><u>My favourite basics brands:</u></p> <ul> <li>Undies - Uniqlo</li> <li>Bras - Chantelle</li> <li>Camisole - Intimissimi</li> <li>Yoga leggins - H&amp;M</li> <li>PJ - Etam</li> <li>T-shirts - Petit Bateau</li> <li>Marinieres - St. James</li> </ul> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305456 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:55:41 +0000 Kate 2305456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wacoal for undies<br />Natori Flora bras<br />Smartwool for socks<br />Heattech for camis<br />Wolford and Falke for tights<br />Mens Airism oversized tees for sleepwear </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305455 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:52:54 +0000 Sal 2305455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a real mix</p> <p>Socks - Smartwool are my favourites<br />Bras - a real range including Triumph Bendon Naran and Berlei<br />Underwear - similar to the bras and also jockey<br />Activewear - Nike Adidas Nimble UnderArmour plus many others</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305454 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:35:18 +0000 Carla 2305454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wacoal for bras<br />Warners for underpants<br />Darn Tough, Smartwool for socks<br />Under Armour for sport socks</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305448 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:15:24 +0000 Anonymous 2305448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m really enjoying MUK LUKS sport socks! Line dry though. Also like Nike socks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305417 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:34:56 +0000 Angie 2305417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice thread Nemosmom :)</p> <p><u>My favourite basics brands:</u> <ul> <li>Undies - Tommy John</li> <li>Bras - Simone Perele</li> <li>Yoga - Zella (Nordies house brand)</li> <li>Sleepwear - Marks &amp; Spencer, Natori&nbsp;</li> <li>Camisoles - Hanro, B.P. (Nordies house brand)</li> <li>Knee Highs - No Nonsense (Drug Store brand)&nbsp;</li> <li>Loungewear - Natori, Phenomenal, Honey Dew Intimates, Marks &amp; Spencer</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305409 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:44:39 +0000 Suz 2305409@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bras and undies: Natori, with Chantelle also being good for undies. (I like their bras, too, but most don't come in my size, so....)&nbsp;</p> <p>For Sleepwear, Marks &amp; Spencer.&nbsp;</p> <p>For socks: Smartwool, Icebreaker, Darn Tough.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305404 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:05:04 +0000 April 2305404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cozy Earth bamboo pajamas; Maidenform cotton underwear; Simone Perele bras.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Socks from Wolford but since I'm not willing to hand-wash the merino ones, not sure they're worth the price.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305403 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:01:44 +0000 cat2 2305403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like DKNY sleepwear. No twee sheep, and the quality is really good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/favorite-brands-for-basics#post-2305397 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:40:52 +0000 nemosmom 2305397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Today’s blog post is a great reminder to assess and refresh those bits that are less fun to shop for. I discovered that my go-to bra has been discontinued (after declaring it my new go-to after the previous go-to was also discontinued). </p> <p>I am set on loungewear, but some of my underpinnings could use a deeper evaluation. </p> <p>I am curious: what brands are you turning to for basics these days? </p>