Transeasonal Investment Pieces

These timeless garments will give you the most cost-per-wear

By Rosie Kelway

Tuesday Oct. 18, 2016

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TROUSERS: Dressed up or down, a pair of smart high-waisted trousers is worth investing in. Ruby trousers $199.

BLAZER: Try a slim-fitting menswear-inspired blazer with jeans for a timeless look you'll still be wearing years from now. J.Crew blazer, about $300, from Nordstrom.

CIRCLE SKIRT: A fun and flattering silhouette that can be worn just as easily with stockings in cooler weather as with sandals in summer. Twenty-seven Names skirt $380.

PUMPS: A classic black heel will never date. Alexander Wang suede pumps, about $930, from Stylebop.

BLACK DRESS: You never know when you might need a simple black dress. A.L.C dress, about $695, from Moda Operandi.

LEATHER JACKET: A good leather jacket is a buy now, wear forever piece. Acne leather jacket, about $2700, from Net-a-Porter.

LIGHTWEIGHT TRENCH: Choose a crisp cotton trench with a slim fit - why not try it in gingham rather than the usual tan or olive? J.Crew trench coat, about $420, from Net-a-Porter.

CARDIGAN: Drape it over your shoulders on a summer night or button it up and throw a coat over the top in winter. Isabel Marant Etoile cardigan, about $425, from Matchesfashion.

WHITE SHIRT: Everyone should own at least one white shirt - try one that is a little different, with a frill or pussy bow. Dsquared2 shirt, about $470, from Stylebop.

SHIRT DRESS: This versatile dress is an easy wardrobe staple. Country Road shirt dress $229. Shop more flattering shirt dresses.

BOMBER JACKET: This jacket has been going through a revival, and can be worn with a dress or jeans. Alpha Industries bomber jacket, about $200. Shop more cool bomber jackets.

DENIM JACKET: In a black or blue wash, this is a year round must-have. Levi's denim jacket, about $125, from Nasty Gal.