Back to basics.

When it comes to fashion, why do so many people skip the basics and jump headfirst into the trends? It's like buying a pair of glasses, and forgetting about the most important part; the lenses. 

I'm a firm believer that the basics of ANY outfit should be conquered first. I believe each and every lady should own a good quality vest in a variety of colours.

C&C California is definitely one of my favourite brands that offers chic basics at reasonable prices. Their collection is practical, washes well and honestly is a real winner. Classic cut vest tops should be the first stop for any aspiring fashionista, they're amazing. Check 'em out!

I love this top, it's so chic and well, basic. Wear it with your favourite jeans, a blazer and heels. Or, with highwaisted trousers. Buy a long vest top, and wear it as a dress with your favourite oversized sunglasses. OR, you can never go wrong with a white vest top, a show stopper necklace, super skinny jeans, heels, an oversized bag and of course equally as oversized sunglasses. 

Ps. How ridiculously drunk does the girl in the photo not look? Sorry C&C, but that's one dodgy looking model you have there. She looks like she's doing the classic facebook pose on one VERY eventful night out, ha.

If you don't fancy C&C California, try Zara. I've bought vest tops from there in the past for £6 a pop, they're fab, wash well and come in lovely pastel colours. What's not to love? Throw a silk scarf around your neck, and you're good to go. Hermès twilly anyone? Silk scarves are SO underrated. They can take something so plain and basic to another level, try a cashmere scarf in winter to add an instant pop of colour to an outfit.

Talk about the bare necessities ladies!

S.B. x