T1
White or cream tee
Thick enough not to be see-through. Fits close but not tight.
My pick: Jockey AW88 relaxed-fit cotton tee (white)
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T2
Black fitted tee or tank
Your most “dressy” basic. Plain neckline.
My pick: Jockey A113 rib slim-fit tank (black)
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Button-down shirt
Slightly oversized. White, pale blue or thin stripe. Cotton or linen.
My pick: High Star oversized cotton shirt (white)
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Knit cardigan
Light, buttons down the front, works as a top when buttoned.
My pick: Symbol V-neck button cardigan (sand)
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One colour or print top
Your “personality” piece. A colour or print that matches your three words.
My pick: Gufrina floral button-down shirt (mustard)
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B1
Straight or wide-leg jeans
Mid or dark wash. The pair you’d live in.
My pick: Tokyo Talkies straight-fit jeans (dark blue)
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Black trousers
Tailored enough for work, comfortable enough for a full day.
My pick: Symbol Premium 4-way stretch trousers (black)
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Midi skirt
Plain — satin, pleated or cotton. Neutral colour.
My pick: OTABU pleated midi skirt (black)
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Wide-leg linen or cotton pants
Light, breathable, neutral. Your hot-day hero.
My pick: TOPLOT linen-blend wide-leg pants (cream)
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D1
Plain midi dress
Slip-style or simple straight cut. Black, navy, brown or olive.
My pick: Aahwan fit-and-flare midi dress (black)
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Printed dress
Easy, day-to-evening. The print should work with a denim jacket.
My pick: GRECIILOOKS printed maxi dress (blue print)
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L1
Denim jacket or overshirt
Slightly boxy, sits at the hip.
My pick: Funday Fashion denim jacket (dark blue)
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Blazer
Relaxed, not stiff. Black, beige or grey. Should fit over a tee.
My pick: SaintX lined stretch blazer (beige)
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S1
White sneakers
Clean, low-profile. Keep them clean — it matters.
My pick: Puma Smashic sneakers (white)
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One simple flat
Loafers, ballet flats or a sleek strappy sandal. Whatever you can walk in all day.
My pick: Shoetopia loafers (black)
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