If your goal this year is to elevate

If your goal this year is to elevate your style and have that cool girl effortless look, then these are my non-negotiable capsule essentials that you really need to have in your closet that effortlessly put together looks. Starts with a good wardrobe foundation. So check out your closet and see how many of these you have. Starting with tops. You definitely need a good white tee that holds its shape. One that's elevated and says I invest in myself. Next, a white button down, oversized or structured, whatever your style is. These are great with jeans, great with a blazer. Next, a perfectly fitting bodysuit or a fitted sleeveless top. Because the cool girl uniform always starts with a layer that's close to the skin. Then you need a statement top. Not the boring kind, the attention grabbing kind. Asymmetrical, embellished, textured, sheer, textured. Whatever your style is. This is what starts to separate your capsule from the next girl. Next, bottoms. No surprise here. A pair of perfectly fitting jeans. You need to turn over every single store if you have to to find the one that looks perfect on you. Go with a mid-rise or a high rise, straight or wide leg, dark, medium, or vintage wash for the most wear. Next, trousers. Get some that are slouchy or ones that are tailored. This is a secret that cool girls use to look expensive. Next, a mini skirt or a midi skirt. Great for balance and versatility. You can switch in and out and get that feminine touch. Outerwear, my personal favorite category. You need a leather jacket, cropped, moto, or bomber. Instant cool factor. Next, the blazer. Cool girls live for that oversized blazer look. And a trench or structured coat for easy layering. Super easy thing to throw on for errands or a night out. Accessories. Statement jewelry and your own custom jewelry stack. Earrings, bangles, rings, watches. A statement bag. Something with personality, not just a logo. And sunglasses that make places checks. Last, shoes. A sneaker with minimal or clean lines. A chunky sneaker. Loafers or ankle boots for that personality polish. And an elevated heel or strappy sandal for your girl around town.