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The dawn of a new year is often synonymous with change, whether personally, professionally, or, in this case, sartorially. It’s also the perfect time to take a much-needed inventory of your everyday wardrobe—a refresh of how you’d like to dress for the season ahead, if you will. If you’ve been following, then you know the importance of having a solid roster of wardrobe essentials to rely on day in and day out, but why not go one step further this winter and style your classics in the freshest—and chicest—way possible? From the perfect white T-shirt to go-to pairs of denim, we’ve mapped out 10 easy-to-rely on outfit formulas. Better yet, you likely already have all of these classic wardrobe essentials tucked away in your drawers. Introducing your new (and improved) winter capsule wardrobe, below.
Vogue’s 2025 Wardrobe Essentials Wish List:
- The Camel Coat: Mango tailored wool coat, $200
- The Blue Jean: Citizens of Humanity Blaine high-rise straight-leg jeans, $260
- The Everyday Handbag: Toteme leather-trimmed suede tote, $1,190
- The Little Black Boot: Khaite Arizona boots, $990
- The Barn Jacket: Polo Ralph Lauren cotton field jacket, $520
- The Billowy Blouse: Cos scarf-detail silk blouse, $185
- The Perfect White Tee: Leset Margo cotton-jersey T-shirt, $68
- The Penny Loafer: Gucci 1953 Horsebit loafers, $1,050
- The Editor Dress: Staud Apres dress, $495
- The Layering Essential: Theory wool sweater, $185
While tried-and-true classics like a bright blue button-up shirt and tailored-to-perfection trousers are the hero items here, they simultaneously serve as the ultimate fashion foundation for your other wardrobe essentials to shine. Take Comme Si’s Classica shirt, for example. When used as a layering piece underneath Massimo Dutti’s suede cropped blazer and a pair of perfectly pleated black pants from Theory, the look is instantly elevated to another level—and a cooler one at that. Then, there’s Mango’s totally timeless camel overcoat—a certified seasonless style star, if you will. Here, it makes all the more impact when styled with a skinny-ish blue jeans from Citizens of Humanity and Maria McManus’s cashmere hoodie.
These days, no wardrobe is complete without a corduroy-trimmed barn jacket—and several of the below styles, from Polo Ralph Lauren to Carharrt, are seriously cool choices to wear alongside a pair of stirrup black leggings, Cos’s luxurious cashmere sweater, and Dries Van Noten’s retro sneaker in a printed python. Other cold-weather essentials include Róhe’s Scandi-style approved wrap coat, Jil Sander’s shirtdress in a bold burgundy that works for both the office and after-hours, Toteme’s snuggly shearling jacket, and pairs of sumptuous suede knee-high boots from Khaite. Honorable mention goes Bally’s heavyweight corduroy pants and Loulou de Saison’s draped blouse, too.
This 2025, here’s to elevating your wardrobe essentials with 10 effortless-to-recreate outfit formulas that are as timeless as they are on trend.
The Structured Wool Coat With a Skinny-Ish Blue Jean
While we aren’t totally convinced that skinny jeans are back, several pairs, like these from Citizens of Humanity, certainly have us changing our tune. After all, in fashion, you know what they say: what goes around comes around! This New Year, style yours with Mango’s classic camel coat, Maria McManus’s cozy, but chic cashmere hoodie, and a pair of soft-toe suede loafers from Reformation. For a full Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy look, accessorize with Toteme’s suede and leather tote bag and Alexandre de Paris’s tortoiseshell headband.
The Bright Blue Button-Up With a Tailored Trouser
It’s hard to rival the eternal closet appeal of a tailored-to-perfection button-up shirt. And while a white button-up is often first to mind, this winter, opt for Comme Si’s robin egg blue style for a welcome pop of color. Consider it your formal introduction the newest (and perhaps most improved) neutral. Styling-wise, wear it underneath Massimo Dutti’s chocolate-brown suede blazer and a pair of sleek black pants from Theory. On especially cold days, its roomy fit is the perfect home for Everlane’s ribbed turtleneck underneath. To end on yet another vibrant note, carry Savette’s just-launched burgundy clutch.
The Corduroy-Trimmed Barn Jacket With a Black Stirrup Legging
Believe it or not, spring’s much-anticipated arrival will be here before we know. Come prepared with a piece of lightweight, transitional outerwear. In this case, all eyes are (still) on workwear-inspired barn jackets. Our favorite this new year is Maria McManus’s corduroy-trimmed take. Style it simply with a pair of stirrup black leggings from Spanx, Cos’s oversized cashmere sweater, and Dries Van Noten’s python-printed retro sneakers. The result is the ultimate off-duty look meant for ease and elegance.
The Commute-to-Cocktail Top With a Polished Pencil Skirt
Solving the age-old question “what to wear to work” that is equal parts practical and polished can be a real feat. And especially during the winter months when the temperatures drop well below 32°. Consider the below look your answer, starting with Loulou de Saison’s sophisticated draped top, a clean-lined pencil skirt from Toteme, and a pair of commute-to-cocktail approved heeled sandals from Proenza Schouler. Speaking of those freezing temps, make sure you cozy up in Bottega Veneta’s shearling-lined, slouchy leather bomber jacket. With fashion month on the horizon, we can only assume that this look will be recreated again and again.
The Plain, But Never-Boring White Tee With a Cool Corduroy
Oh, the plain white T-shirt! We couldn’t wax poetic about you more—and this 2025 is no different. Leset’s Margo tee is a consistent classic, beloved for its perfect crewneck, slightly oversized fit, and endless wearability. Here, style it underneath Aritzia’s cherry red V-neck sweater, H&M’s timeless khaki trench coat, and a pair of mocha-colored corduroy pants from Bally. Gucci’s 1953 Horsebit loafers are yet another tried-and-true addition in the mix of this go-to outfit formula.
The Sleek Shirtdress With a Stylish Scarf Coat
No well-rounded, curated closet is complete without a go-with-everything shirt dress. This winter, Jil Sander’s satin, burgundy beauty is an editor favorite. For your nine-to-five or even on an upcoming date night (hello, Valentine’s Day), style it with Róhe’s olive green scarf-adorned coat and Toteme’s wedge-heel, knee-high boots. Winter accessorizes, like Bottega Veneta’s intrecciato leather gloves and Cos’s ribbed beanie, are outfit toppers that make dressing for sub-zero temperatures slightly more bearable.
The Best in Blazers With a Winter White Jean
There are several new wardrobe essential silhouettes to note for 2025: slightly skinnier jeans, cinched-waist sweaters, mini hemlines, and blazers that fit nothing like your boyfriend’s. There are chic collarless styles that are perfect for the Upper East Side-minded dresser to cool-asymmetrical designs that the downtown fashion crowd loves. This pinstriped, double-breasted blazer from Maria McManus definitely falls amongst the latter. Wear it this winter with a pair of white jeans from Róhe and Saint Laurent’s black patent ankle boots.
The Casual, Cool Matching Set With a New-Neutral Leopard Coat
Searching for a 2025 outfit formula that requires minimal effort, but delivers a maximum reward? Look to Cos’s matching hoodie and skirt set for easy, yet elegant everyday dressing. To up its ante ever-so-slightly, layer in Rixo’s leopard-print coat. After all, the spotted find is just another neutral these days. Complete the look in a pair of suede ballet flats from Gucci and Toteme’s T-lock shoulder bag.
The Lightweight, Layering Essential With a Suede Jacket
The unsung hero in any curated winter closet is undoubtedly the lightweight layering essential. Whether you choose a piece of Uniqlo Heattech or Theory’s bubble-gum pink crewneck sweater, you’ll not only stay warm all season long, but stylish too. Here, the latter is a lovely addition underneath Bally’s oversized suede blazer and a pair of grey flannel trousers from La Ligne. Look to accessories from Adidas Originals, Proenza Schouler, and Khaite x Oliver Peoples to complete the ensemble.
The Snuggly Shearling Jacket With a Ladylike, Flared Skirt
A snuggly, yet stylish shearling coat or jacket, like the one below from Toteme, is a one-and-done outfit maker. For dressier occasions, style it with Massimo Dutti’s flared, pleated midiskirt, & Other Stories’s caramel-colored polo, and a pair of suede knee boots from Khaite. Add in Savette’s beloved Pochette top-handle bag and Lié Studio’s silver studded earrings to ensure it’s a look you will come back to again and again. We’re all for outfit repeating over here!
