New season, new basics: Year after year, you can always rely on fashion basics to fill the gaps in your wardrobe.

What are basics?

Basics can often be defined as simple foundation pieces that have extreme versatility of wear in your wardrobe. This can vary from style to style, but generally, basics are the staple or base to any outfit. In most cases, basics are usually neutral in colour. Whether it be a t-shirt, tank top, sweater, cardigan or pants, they provide true timeless style that can be worn season after season, year after year. Our style team has defined these 6 fashion basics as essential for this season. You will get the most flexibility with these must-haves, as they will allow you to build dynamic looks with when combined with other pieces that you’ll fall in love with as the season progresses.

Sweater Savvy

A cool classic style we know and love here at Olsen. No matter the season, a basic v-neck sweater in an off-white shade will always come in handy. It is easy to carry with you whenever you may need an extra layer to ward off cool breezes, but is also a classic layering piece for your favourite collared shirts.

A white v-neck sweater is an important fashion basic.
A good fitting pair of jeans belongs in every wardrobe.

Denim Delight

Denim is forever! Nothing is better than finding the perfect pair of jeans – the kind that hug your curves in all the right places, are stretch-friendly and a true go-to for everyday wear. In a timeless colour wash, jeans can be dressed up or down and often can be work appropriate when combined with a stunning blazer. Feel good factor: These jeans are made of REPREVE™, a sustainable material, performance fiber crafted from plastic bottles and super stretch friendly.

Tweed Topper

A great structured jacket is a true workhorse in any wardrobe. Want something to pull together a sophisticated look for dinner? Need an outerwear substitute in mild weathered months? You can’t go wrong when you throw on a classic structured jacket – especially this tweed beauty in a neutral beige tone. Sophisticated when styled with dress pants, casual when combined with jeans, classy no matter the look.

Tweed jackets are true classics in the fashion world.
You can't go wrong with a striped shirt.

The Sporty Tee

When you think about true fashion basic, what comes to mind? For us, it would have to be a basic cotton or cotton blend tee – they are a versatile staple in every wardrobe and completely trans-seasonal. Nothing is easier to style than a solid or striped tee in your favourite colour as a layer for all seasons. Elevate the cool factor by layering it under your favourite cardigan or jacket or simply wear it on its own with leisure pants or jeans.

The Perfect Pair

While working from home, back in the office or out with friends, there is no doubt you need everyday comfort – and trousers in the perfect fit to suit your body are a must. Our popular Pia fit pants are super stretch friendly, and in fashion basic colours like black, navy, sand or grey, can completely take the guesswork out of what bottoms to wear. What’s more, the silhouette is timeless making them a true fashion basic.

Casual pants in neutral beige is very versatile.
With a reversible jacket you are twice as flexible when combining looks.

The Quilted Quotient

We’ve already stated that for an item to be a fashion basic it must offer versatility of wear. A quilted spring jacket stands the test of time and this one is a true stand out thanks to its double duty – its reversible! This jacket is two in the form of one, with a beautiful allover print on one side and a classic, solid blue on the other to make this the perfect, practical item for your wardrobe.