THE EFFORTLESS ITEMS A VIP NORDSTROM STYLIST SAYS EVERYONE NEEDS

As a VIP stylist at Nordstrom, Sandy Koszarek spent her days helping clients discover their personal styles through her fashion recommendations. She continues this work with her content on Stylish Sandy. Throughout her styling process, she would often suggest a variety of elevated basics to serve as potential foundational elements in a client's wardrobe.

After years of watching what her clients gravitated toward and seeing the summer items that her followers are currently buying, Koszarek has identified six effortless items she thinks are worth adding to a closet because of their popularity and versatile nature. Below, you'll uncover an edit of the simple pieces in question that are chic and could really work for a range of styles. Keep scrolling for more.

1. Black Dress

"Every closet needs a comfortable and carefree black dress—one with an effortless, versatile style so that you can dress it up or down for any day or evening events." — Koszarek
Open Edit Cutout Back Ponte Dress
Topshop Strappy Back Ruffle Hem Maxi Dress
Favorite Daughter The Lovesick Off the Shoulder Cotton Blend Dress
Chelsea28 Cross Back Cutout Dress
Asos Design Jersey Sheath Dress
Nordstrom Short Sleeve Tiered Dress

2. Button-Down Shirt 

"Oversize button-down shirts are a personal favorite and an essential item to have in your closet. I love the versatility when styled over a tank top with casual pants or paired with jeans for a chic, relaxed look." — Koszarek
River Island Stripe Boyfriend Button-Up Shirt
Nordstrom Oversize Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Topshop Stripe Oversize Cotton & Linen Button-Up Shirt
Good American The Good Shirt

Citizens of Humanity Kayla Oversize Poplin Button-Up Shirt
Nordstrom Oversize Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

3. White Sneakers

"White sneakers are an easy and versatile item that belongs in every closet. Whether paired with casual pants, jeans, or dresses, they add a carefree feeling to your outfits, making them a go-to choice for effortless and on-trend looks." — Koszarek
Nike Blazer Low '77 Sneaker
Sam Edelman Ethyl Low Top Sneaker
Adidas Primegreen Stan Smith Sneaker
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top Sneaker
Golden Goose Super-Star Low Top Sneaker
Nike Air Force 1 '07 Sneaker

4. White Jeans 

"White jeans are a must-have staple for every complete closet. Count on wearing these often with various T-shirts, tanks, blazers, and oversize button-downs, creating carefree and chic outfits." — Koszarek
FRAME Le Jane Raw Hem Crop Straight Leg Jeans
AG Saige High Waist Ankle Wide Leg Jeans
Levi's Wedgie High Waist Straight Jeans
EDWIN Marli High Waist Crop Wide Leg Jeans
AGOLDE Parker Crop Straight Leg Organic Cotton Jeans
Citizens of Humanity Isola Mid Rise Crop Slim Straight Leg Jeans

5. Raffia/Straw Bag 

"No summer wardrobe is complete without a raffia or straw bag. It's an easy accessory that adds a simple and chic touch to your outfits, making them must-have seasonal items." — Koszarek
btb Los Angeles Joey Ruffle Raffia Tote
AllSaints Allington Straw Tote
Saint Laurent Mini Le 5 à 7 Raffia Hobo
Madewell The Small Transport Straw Crossbody
COACH Structured Straw & Leather Tote
Kate Spade New York Medium Katy Wicker Shoulder Bag

6. Slide Sandals 

"A slide sandal is an essential item that adds interest to your wardrobe and belongs in every closet. Whether styled with dresses, jeans, or trending shorts, they complete your outfits, making them chic and on-trend." — Koszarek
Sam Edelman Bay Cutout Slide Sandal

Open Edit Lucca Slide Sandal
Schutz Enola Flat Sandal
Seychelles Portland Slide Sandal
Linea Paolo Daniela Slide Sandal

This article was originally published on Who What Wear.

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