Im no style fashioniata but i do know about the nightmare of having nothing to wear – even though my closet is filled. I have way too many dresses *could not resist* and totally skipped out on the essentials. After hours of research and reading, I’ve come up a list of what we should have in our wardrobe.

Cardigans (1-3 pieces)
Cardigans are great for overlaying or keeping you warm in air-conditioned rooms.

Blazer (1 piece)
This is one essential in case of formal events like interviews or giving a presentation. Heck, you can also use a blazer to dress down that party dress you bought last year.

Little Black Dress (1-2 pieces)
One should never look down on that staple. It’s best to invest a versatile piece that fits you nicely and can be dressed up or down. For parties, work and/or funerals.

Plain White Tee (1 piece)
A dude once tweeted that a female who wore a plain white shirt with skinny jeans are hot. You know you want to be that girl! Plus, there is so many looks you can go for with this.

Innerwear (2-3 pieces)
This what I’ll wear when my top is sheer or when I want to open the buttons of my shirt. They can be anything from tube tops, spaghetti straps or racerbacks, etc.. Get them in neutral colors like nude, black or white. I would avoid prints because these inner wears are not supposed to be the center of attraction.

Blouses (>5 pieces)
This is your style defining moment. From fabrics to cutting, there are so many blouses out there that you can buy. Go all out on this one. PS/ blouses are not tee shirts.

Shorts (3-4 pieces)
So easy and great for a quick look. Grab a blouse, grab a short, tadah! Get simple, plain denmin shorts first before getting fancy like prints or fabrics.

Skirts (3-4 pieces)
I swear by my short black skirt and black maxi skirt. I wear them the most because they match with almost everything in my closet.

Jeans (1-2 pieces)
Get one in a dark blue wash in straight cut (or maybe skinny) instead of colored black and one that fits. Alter the length if you have to. It will last you years and the style never dies.

Leggings (1 piece)
Leggings are not pants. I repeat, they are not pants. A black opaque step-on leggings is perfect because you can also wear them with open toe shoes.

Undergarments (?)
For hygienic purposes, you decide how many you need. But I can tell you, what is versatile. A convertible nude bra – one that you can manipulate the straps in many styles. And a nude underwear that hides pantyline.

Shoes (>3)
A pair of black ballet flats and heels are essential. I bet they go with 90% of whats in your closet.

Well that sums up my Fashion Essentials for Females list. If you have a personal fashion uniform like ‘that girl with the red hat’, do continue wearing your fashion identity! Be sure to mix the rest of the outfit up so you’ll never look boring.

What do you think of this list?
Or what is your fashion essential?