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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: What does your 'must have' list look like? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:36:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Isabel on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375692 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:56:52 +0000 Isabel 1375692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fabulous !  What a great thread.  Yesterday I did a post on my "common core" wardrobe ( and then someone pointed out that is what the school curriculum in many states is now called...lol ).   My core is what I would replace if something happened to my entire wardrobe and I had to build up.   Unlike you, I would NEED scarves and some jewelry. ( I actually mention you and Clare in my post...how funny. )  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-wardorbe-plan">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....dorbe-plan</a> Now to go back and read everyone's list !  Oh, I didn't mention shoes, but I would need black high boots, short black boots and black wedges ( about 1 inch ).  I could rule the world with this.    :  )    That is if I weren't a SAHM.    rabbit on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375643 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 16:55:22 +0000 rabbit 1375643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This would be my most minimal clothes list (for this season) so I could carry on with my usual activities. Black and nude t shirt bra running bra black panties flannel pjs no show socks, running socks, hiking/warm socks - black or gray preferred trail shoes or hiking boots dark gear synthetic pants (could double with running leggings) running shoes exercise leggings/pants gear wicking tee zip up fleece top gear raincoat black booties dark wash or black skinnies black leather belt black jacket (leather or peacoat or velvet) favorite graphic t shirts neutral cardigan (probably charcoal) neutral scarf (probably patterned grays) fashion sneakers in black/white beat-up tee shirt and beat-up jeans for work indoor slip on comfortable beat up shoes for work and inside house time I could of course add a lot more to the 'fashion clothes' category for diversity (white belt, light wash skinnies or bfs would be the first additions). citygirldc on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375631 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 16:43:29 +0000 citygirldc 1375631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've purchased quite a few things the past few weeks but I'm still looking for the ultimate items: 1. winter coat 2. black leather belt 3. sports bras - high impact 4. better running shoes 5. trench coat 6. nude shoes/heels Anonymous on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375611 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 15:45:58 +0000 Anonymous 1375611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Okay, finally! I had to think about this. In the spirit of all those "must have" lists in books and magazines, I kept mine short and sweet: trench coat  all-purpose dress great fitting jeans striped Breton pullover chambray shirt silk blouse cashmere sweater T-strap sandals ballet flats chelsea boots  VernieJane on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375492 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 08:20:00 +0000 VernieJane 1375492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Very interesting to read everyone's lists! I am not a big shopper but there are a few items I am really needing this winter: An oversized knit cable sweater Tons of leggings, and hopefully some faux leather ones black leather biker boots A navy pea coat sweater dresses I love wearing leggings and skirts in winter, but I need some toppers that are quite long, as I have a long torso. I don't understand why crop sweaters are in, they don't go with the ubiquitous leggings... except of course on teenagers, but showing my bum is not an option! Ingunn on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375484 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 07:41:10 +0000 Ingunn 1375484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is such a fun thread. I love reading your lists, fabbers! As I'm heading into the heat of a relocation in a few days, I think this i s an opportunity to make a capsule of my most needed pieces. What I did was to remove everything I love from my closet (which is now ready for the cold season). What's remaining in there will be packed away until I'm relocated and have a new wardrobe to add the things to again. So here's what I will keep available for the next few weeks: Tops: 1. White shirt 2. Graphic soft shirt, b/w 3. Plaid shirt, forest green 4. Denim shirt 5. White v-neck tee 6. Grey v-neck tee 7. Navy/cream mid weight Breton 8. White/navy lightweight Breton 3/4 sleeves 9. Charcoal silk/cashmere sweater 10. Black cotton/wool turtleneck sweater Sweaters and cardigans: 11. Long grey cardigan, doubles as wrap dress 12. Gray v-neck cashmere sweater 13. Dark purple angora boatneck sweater, cropped 14. White chunky crewneck sweater 15. Grey cashmere hoodie Bottoms: 16. Blue straight jeans 17. White straight jeans 18. Black skinnies 19. Navy slim dress pants 20. Black dressy statement pants with asymmetric pleats 21. Black midi pencil skirt 22. Dark purple midi full skirt Dresses: 23. Forest green dress 24. Graphic wrap dress, b/w Toppers: 25. Navy trenchcoat, watherproof 26. Plaid coat in navy/grey 27. Red coat, dressy 28. Army green parka 29. navy blazer 30. Taupe moto leather jacket Shoes & boots: 31. Tall cognac boots 32. Black pointy toe booties 33. Dark brown booties 34. Black rain boots 35. Casual chelsea boots, black 36. Brogue chelsea boots, black 37. Cognac brogues Bags & accessories: 38. Black leather tote bag 39. Cognac messenger bag 40. Grey wool/silk jersey scarf 41. Grey cashmere poncho 42. Mid blue cashmere pashmina 43. Leopard wool/silk scarf 44. Plaid scarf in black, cognac and white 45. Black leather gloves 46. Cognac leather gloves 47. Black beanie 48. Cognac belt 49. Black belt 50. Cream/grey snake patterned belt In addition I will keep available a dressy capsule: 1. Black lace dress 2. Sparkly top 3. Suede black clutch 4. Black pumps 5. Tall heeled dressy black boots This has been interesting! I believe I could go on for a very long time with only these pieces in my wardrobe. This also adds weight to my theory that I could manage very well with a wardrobe of 50-60 pieces each season. Maybe I'm going to give it some time and test it out? Sal on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375251 Mon, 13 Oct 2014 22:00:45 +0000 Sal 1375251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have no bags or jewellery or pyjamas on my list.OOps! I was trying to think of what I would want to have a simple wardrobe for a year if I was not to shop at ALL during the year.  This would take me everywhere -to weddings,funerals,running board meetings,watching sport,kids athletics,lunching with friends,hosting bbqs,going to the gym, beach holidays, and the most common -working from home! I would feel able to cover all weather and all activities but there would be lots of repetition. What I am going to do is match up my favourite pieces with the list and see where I have far too many duplicates and any areas that are very thin.  I think I am covered but there are a couple of pieces in there that are not 10/10 (smart work trousers being the first that spring to mind..mine are a 7/10, good colour and fabric but the fit is off). I could make do with a lot less if I had to but to be honest I would struggle emotionally. texstyle on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375226 Mon, 13 Oct 2014 20:49:06 +0000 texstyle 1375226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Must haves like if I were stuck without a suitcase for a one week trip: Jeans Shorts (assuming I'm still in the south) Nice Tee Shirts (at least 3 so I can go more than one day without laundry) Underwear and Bras (at least 3 of each) Comfortable Sneakers Socks Jacket Sunglasses Handbag Metallic Belt And if I had to go out I'd add: Black ponte pants Nude wedge sandals (depending on weather, maybe booties) Silk Blouse DonnaF on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1375218 Mon, 13 Oct 2014 20:38:23 +0000 DonnaF 1375218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thinking about this has made me realize that most of my wardrobe is negotiable; IOW, if I were to do a "one in, one out" I wouldn't necessarily feel compelled to replace with a close to identical or comparable item.  Also, I've gone without what I might think of as "must haves" for months or years at a time which tells me they aren't actual necessities! My Must Haves: Brooks Addiction walking or running shoes.  For gear, folks At least two or three exercise bras, again gear At least two nude T-shirt bras.  Multiple pantie that don't show VPL One or more pairs of 12 hour shoes.  My black Dansko Pros have been decrepit for years so need to be discarded, but I need to break in my Dansko Primas just a little more.  I don't think anything but a clog will work for extended wear on my fussy feet.  :( Fingerless gloves.  I have Reynaud's so this is a medical necessity.  Casual sandals Sandals passable for work Professional looking shoes for skirts Casual comfortable shoes Jeans in various cuts Colored jeans Really, most stuff is negotiable.  I seem ridiculously drawn to black&white and black&gray jackets, but I would put them in the category of *always want* and not *must have*.  My *ALWAYS WANT* list always includes ridiculously comfortable (on my ridiculously fussy feet) footwear. Anonymous on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1374772 Mon, 13 Oct 2014 03:22:22 +0000 Anonymous 1374772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I forgot an apron! I love wearing aprons when cooking or cleaning and do not iron mine. They are fine right from the dryer. Don't own any pajamas. gryffin on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1374230 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 13:55:08 +0000 gryffin 1374230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good question: Underthings: 1. Hue pindot knee socks 2. Gap pullover bralettes 3. Gap panties 4. opaque black tights Bottoms: 5. Jeans 6. Black leggings 7. Black skirted leggings 8. Black Ponte pants Tops: 9. Tunics - black & gray 10. JCrew Jackie cotton shell black (the uber basic - this is no other) 11. Dressy tank tops (white/black/gray) 13. Dressy camis Sweaters: 14. Tunic sweaters casual 15. Tunic sweater dress 16. Long vee neck cardigan sweater that doubles as a dress 17. dressy silk vee neck sweater 18. cropped sweater Belts: 19. Embellished hip belt for pants 20.  Hip belg Shoes: 21. black booties dress 22. black booties dress/rate 23. black knee boots 24. black pumps 25. black paddock boots Handbags: 26. crossbody dress bag day 27. evening bag Blazers 28. long blazers 29. long light toppers 3 season that can swing as blazers 30. fitting casual blazer 31. tux blazer 32. dressy blazer Coats: 33. puffer 34. trench 35. leather jacket 36. light rain jacket 37. winter dress coat Dresses: 38. dress dress 39. shift dresses 40. mini dresses to wear as tunics Gear: 41. leggings, tops, sneakers, swimsuit 42. snow boots 43. gloves, hats Lounge/sleep: 44. long sweatshirt 45. tanks 46. leggings Jewelry: 47: wedding/engagement rings 48. Long pendants 49. watch 50. diamond studs Sorry I thought we were shooting for 50.  Did I get that wrong.  This encompasses all seasons and most occasions very comfortably  It could be stripped down to minimum or increased to cover more contingencies for me.  Astrid on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1374161 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 08:28:27 +0000 Astrid 1374161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Marley you're right. I got a bit carried away with my list and it's more a list of the smallest wardrobe I could happily do. Marley on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like/page/2#post-1374130 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 04:48:13 +0000 Marley 1374130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow!  I'm amazed at the number of items on people's lists!  We're talking must-haves right?  For me that is different than a list of all of the items I need for a well-rounded wardrobe. Here's my must-haves: Jeans  Black Booties Cotton Sweaters Cotton Tees Black Pumps (but they need to have some type of strap in order to stay on my foot) Nude Sandals Sneakers LBD Leather Jacket Dressy pants Dressy top Skirts - dressy and casual Shorts - one pair PJs Sweatpants Belt  Swimsuit Flip-Flops Exercise Gear Jaime on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1374110 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 03:55:27 +0000 Jaime 1374110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Assuming that everyone needs underwear and something to wear I still must have a very good bra, a sun hat, sunglasses and comfortable shoes to leave the house for more than a few minutes. Obviously I need clothes too but I am flexible as long as these bases are covered. Anonymous on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1374094 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 03:06:05 +0000 Anonymous 1374094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I haven't created a list, but I have my everyday wardrobe pretty much figured out. What I now struggle with are my dress clothes, as I deal with chronic pain and all my wardrobe choices revolve around comfort. I'd love to wear those pumps that bj1111 posted in this thread, but I can't. Now my choices have to be more sensible, which is hard because the focus of my dressy outfits has been the shoes. Now the focus has to be OFF the shoes, and I'm such a shoe lover. Sal on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1374051 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 00:31:58 +0000 Sal 1374051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ For me the following would cover my essentials. Accessories and Underwear Underwear socks and tights One wooly hat One wide brim sunhat one  exercise cap/peak one woolen scarf One dressy scarf One wool gloves Outer Layers One raincoat one wool coat Work/Community commitments one blazer one other jacket one pencil skirt 3 silk blouses/shells two work dresses One work trousers One merino dressy knit Casual long sleeve layering merino wool sweater Long cardigan two jeans one smart casual pants one shorts two summer dresses five casual tees/blouses (two long sleeve) two tanks Party one evening party dress one jacket one sparkly/special top Exercise Gear one exercise shorts two exercise tights one bike shorts three exercise tee one exercise jacket exercise sneakers Swimsuit Footwear casual sneakers black booties camel booties one pair pumps one pair jandals/beach shoes one pair summer sandals Waterproof boots Count is 54 items excluding underwear hose and socks.  Some of these categories are not too different from what I have.  Some I have many more options!  Given my lifestyle (work from home, on school board, meetings, lots of beach and sports and child focused activities, bbqs etc this would work well.  There would be crossover from casual to work ie blazer and into the party capsule ie jeans with evening jacket.  It would require careful purchasing so that they all worked together.   I am going to bookmark this list so I can refer to it moving forward with new purchases. bj1111 on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1374025 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 22:39:54 +0000 bj1111 1374025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ ummm...black stiletto pumps are my go to for business and pleasure.   jonesing for the apron pumps in the finds Astrid on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373994 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 20:47:06 +0000 Astrid 1373994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Here's mine: Underwear, socks and hose 1 wool scarf, 1 lighter weight scarf, beanie, gloves, thermal underwear 1 neutral colored belt, 1 everyday bag, 1 small dressy bag, 1 backpack 1 puffer coat 1 wool coat 1 denim jacket 1 non denim jacket 1 pair of weather proof booties 1 pair of oxfords 1 pair of sneakers 1 pair of sandals 1 pair of relaxed skinny jeans 1 pair of slim non denim pants 1 wool skirt 1 medium weight skirt 1 summer skirt 1 pair of shorts 2 button down shirts (short and long sleeved) 2 wool pullovers 2 lighter weight pullovers 1 cardigan 1 knit jacket 3 T- shirts 2 sleeveless tops 1 semi dressy dress for all seasons and a topper like a blazer 1 casual summer dress Not sure if I have forgotten something? ETA Not mentioning gear (trekking and sports). And pajamas. Mo on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373988 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 20:24:04 +0000 Mo 1373988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yeah, I have a lot more than my list, too.  I mean, I only listed 3 different shirts, but obviously I have 10 times that number lol.   I have yet to see a satin stiletto among us, or any stiletto for that matter! Laura (rhubarbgirl) on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373976 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 20:01:51 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1373976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Off the top of my head: Undergarments and socks, tights Jeans Shorts or capris for summer Knit tops of various sleeve lengths Button front shirts Cardigans/comfy toppers Sweaters Rain coat Warmer coat Light jacket Knit dresses Sandals Flats Boots Gear sneakers Gear A few dressy outfits for dinner out, weddings, funerals etc 'Gear' for trips to places w/ different weather In real life I have more than this and am more granular about my categories, but this is really all I /need/ with my current life and climate. Staysfit on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373903 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 17:02:19 +0000 Staysfit 1373903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I hate ironing!  I'll take pajama's for cooking anytime! Anonymous on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373885 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 16:17:51 +0000 Anonymous 1373885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fun! I'll have to come back and do this when I have more time. Warning everyone, though, that mine will probably end up being a whole bunch of finely diced sub-categories of cardigans, dresses, and shoes, with a few types of tops, a black pencil skirt, and jeans thrown in as afterthoughts. kkards on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373883 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 16:08:55 +0000 kkards 1373883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Gosh, I've been thinking about this, and if we are really just looking for must haves, I think I have a pretty small list 1. Black straight leg pants suitable for work 2. Straight leg jeans- darker wash 3. Khaki pants, (yes, I know,but really you can dress them up or down, they work with almost anything, and were I live can be worn anywhere, not like jeans) 4. Lightweight cotton crops 5. 3 season wool pants, navy or black cigarette leg 6. Blazer (black or navy) 7. Long sleeve white knit shirt 8. Short sleeve white knit shirt 9. Black flats 10. Black pumps(2-3inch heel) 11. Black booties 12. Down jacket or coat 13. Light weight transitional jacket with removable lining 14. 14 pairs of comfortable panties 15. Nude everyday Tshirt bra 16. White causal sneakers 17. Basic black knit pants 18. Basic white zip hoodie 19. Cashmere sweater 20. Cotton sweater 21. Wool or cashmere wrap that can work as a scarf or blanket on a plane thimblelina on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373860 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 15:26:21 +0000 thimblelina 1373860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes staysfit; and they were wrong... the apron was just another thing that needed ironing on laundry day! amiable on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373858 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 15:23:15 +0000 amiable 1373858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hmm -  great ideas! My must haves include: cropped boyfriend jean shorts skinny (slim) jean boyfriend jean trousers (business casual - probably dark) tube skirt  classy tee shirt tank top light weight top (mesh sweater, this year) mid weight top (short sleeve or light weight sweater, or long-sleeved tee) mid weight sweater (also for layering) heavy weight sweater (also for layering) cardigan (maybe) jacket (suit-style) leather jacket button-down shirt with rollable sleeves in breathable fabric (more than one) walk-all-day sandals walk-all-day shoes dressy shoes (maybe metallic?) boots summer dress (for really hot days) dress to wear to weddings (probably two - summer and winter, or add a jacket for over dress for winter weddings) interview dress or suit winter coat, boots, hat, gloves or mittens and scarf sweats for winter sleeping and lounging shorts and tees for summer sleeping and lounging  underwear two wonderful bras   Winter undergarments (silk long johns, tank and undershirt) Suz on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373854 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 15:16:14 +0000 Suz 1373854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is fun. Let me play. For my climate and lifestyle,  I would say:   Outerwear:  1. Puffer coat 2. Dressier knee length wool coat 3. Pea coat or similar 4. Trench coat 5. Rainproof jacket Dresses:  6. "Cocktail" dress (something pretty, a bit sexy, dressy) 7. Summer day dress 8. Winter sleeved dress Skirts:  9. Knit tube skirt 10. Dark lined pencil skirt. Pants:  11. Dark slim pants 12. Dark slouchy pants 13. Light linen pants Denim:  14. BF  jeans 15. Slim jeans 16. White jeans 17. Patterned jeans 18. Skinny jeans (for tucking into tall boots) Shorts:  19. White shorts 20. Denim or similar BF shorts Toppers:  21. Dark blazer (navy for me)  22. Lighter blazer (taupe for me) 23. Denim jacket 24. "Wildcard" jacket (different pattern, colour, texture of some kind) 25. Leather jacket 26. Substantial cardigan Tops:  27. Silk shirt plain (sleeved) 28. Tuxedo shirt white 29. Patterned cotton shirt 30. Patterned silk shirt sleeved 31. Chambray shirt 32. Silk sleeveless top plain colour/ neutral 33. Silk sleeveless top pattern 34. Linen tee dark 35. Linen tee light 36. White shell top Knitwear:  37. Breton stripe sweater 38. Coloured crewneck sweater 39. Neutral crewneck sweater 40. Patterned crewneck sweater 41. Dark turtleneck 42. Light turtleneck 43. Cashmere oversize sweater Shoes:  44. Snow boots 45. Short utility booties (e.g. Blundstone) 46. Tall weatherproof boot 47. Fashion bootie 48. Metallic sandal flat (ish)  49. Dressier shoe/ sandal 50. Sneakers Note I have not included bags -- though I need a tote and a smaller bag for sure. And I have not included underwear or gear -- another whole category.  I actually have multiples of most of these and extra stuff, too -- but it's sort of interesting to see it laid out like that.  Karie on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373828 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 13:45:49 +0000 Karie 1373828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Must haves? Skirts. Pencil skirts, flared skirts, tube skirts. Skirts for work and skirts for play. Of course toppers to go with. Other than that, it's:<div> Jeans - BF, regular, skinny, flared. And I don't care that I'm 50 (54, I reserve the right to round down until I hit 55), I'll take at least one pair with rips/tears/patches. Blazers - must include at least one dressy, one funky, one casual. Dresses - a new favorite for me, and a HEWI. One for winter would be nice. Dress pants - the ultimate HEWI. They just never fit correctly. One pair, please, that's all I ask for.  Pants: I love fun and funky plaids and prints. At least one pair that can be dressed conservatively for work and funky for play. Shirts - Button downs. I adore them. Other types of tops depending on the seasons. Coats - One gloriously beautiful pea coat. Yep, I adore those too. Unfortunately I must also have one polar bear coat for polar bear weather, and one thin jacket for cool summer nights. Shoes/boots - I'm a shoe gal. Stack 'em up to the ceiling (oh wait, they already are) and I'll still want (make that need!) more. Add good quality sneakers for exercise and LL Bean snow boots for snowy days. Gear - This is where I need to focus my attention, and have been recently. Good quality yoga pants, long sleeved yoga top, short sleeved yoga top, good quality exercise bra. These must do double duty for yoga and pilates.  Under garments: Full slips and half slips (my favs are from Gap with thanks to Una who told me about them a while ago), comfy Spanx to smooth that tummy buldge when wearing tube skirts, Hue sheer stockings for when it's too cold to go bare legged in my favorite item - skirts. Which brings me back to where I started, so this is where I'll stop! </div> Laurinda on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373818 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 13:25:05 +0000 Laurinda 1373818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It is so interesting to read everyone's lists, and very helpful for me to reassess my own. After a few years following YLF my basics are still about the same; no silk harem pants or almond-toe wedges have entered my wardrobe as much as I admire them on others. I've tried a couple new things (yeah for white jeans!) but mostly I have come to embrace my core style and I've upped the quality and flattery quotient on the pieces that are part of my essentials.  Staysfit on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373805 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 11:40:37 +0000 Staysfit 1373805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I started making a list and then erased it again.  This is complicated and requires more thought than I imagined. Could I have more than 50 essential items?!   No way!  I have several layers to my life and for each component I have different essentials,  but to have more than 50 seems ridiculous.  I think I will take another stab and make this a list of the things I use the most and cannot imagine living without. (Ok, I do have more than 50, because I couldn't get them all on this list.  I keep trading out items, for example, opaque tights came off the list, and I put long sleeve cashmere crew in it's place,  I didn't include sweatpants because I wanted to include a wind breaking jacket.  I only put polar fleece jacket, but I also have polar fleece vests and use them frequently.  I didn't include my fluorescent/reflective safety gear for when I am out running/walking outside and that is clearly essential..... Thimblelina, I also wear pajama's when I cook.  Didn't our grandmothers wear aprons !   1.  Straight leg blue jeans 2.  Skinny blue jeans. 3.  Pencil skirts. 4.  good quality bra and undies 5.  Shorts. 6.  Fit and flare summer dress 6.  Cotton Tee shirt 7.  Linen Tee shirt 8.  Silk button down blouse 9.  Cotton button down blouse 10.  Cashmere cardigan 11.  Merino cardigan 12.  Hoodie (cashmere) 13.  Cashmere turtleneck 14.  silk square scarf 15.  cashmere and or silk rectangle scarf 16.  wrap dress 17.  sweater dress 18.  tall boots 19.  booties 20.  leather sneakers 21.  oxfords 22.  ballet flats 23.  sandals 24.  dressy metallic shoes 25.  warm winter coat 26.  medium weight wool coat 27.  rain coat with zip lining 28.  warm winter boots 29.  sun hat 30.  warm gloves 31.  exercise bra 32.  yoga pants 33.  exercise top 34.  sun glasses 35.  swim suit 36.  hiking boots 37.  sweatshirt 38.  down vest 39.  polar fleece top/jacket 40.  knit scarf/hat set 41.  wind breaking jacket 42.  statement necklace 43.  diamond stud earrings 44.  bangles 45.  lightweight high quality nylon/leather purse 46.  long sleeve cashmere crew sweater 47.  small cross body bag 48.  layering tees 49.  neutral colored belt 50.  mineral makeup thimblelina on "What does your 'must have' list look like?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-does-your-must-have-list-look-like#post-1373782 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 07:06:40 +0000 thimblelina 1373782@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My list reveals my shoe orientation. Embarrassing. I'm the woman with 30 foot looks to accompany my 14 work garments...