What are elevated basics?

Elevated basics are wardrobe staples made better, the everyday pieces (tanks, tees, pants, knits, slips) but in nicer fabrics, cleaner cuts and a considered color palette. Instead of a flimsy jersey tee, think a structured cotton one that holds its shape; instead of fast-fashion pants, a well-cut tailored pair. They’re designed to look understated and polished, and to work together, so a simple outfit reads intentional rather than plain. Basics, essentially, that punch above their price.

How do you elevate a basic outfit?

Focus on fit, fabric and finishing. Pieces that actually fit (or are tailored to fit) beat anything oversized by accident. Heavier, smoother fabrics look richer than thin ones. Keep the colors tonal and neutral so the outfit feels deliberate. Then add one quality detail, a leather belt, gold jewelry, a structured bag or a sleek pointed flat, and tuck or half-tuck your top to define the shape. It’s less about buying more and more about choosing well and styling with restraint.

Which basics are worth investing in?

Start with the pieces you’ll wear constantly: a great white tee and a fitted tank, a well-cut pair of black tailored pants, a fine knit, a slip skirt or dress, a crisp white shirt and a good blazer. Add denim you love and a couple of neutral knits, and you’ve got a capsule that mixes into dozens of outfits. Buy these in the best quality you can, they earn their place on repeat, unlike trend pieces that fade after a season.

Where can I buy elevated basics?

Here at Showpo, babe! Our elevated basics cover tanks, tees, tailored pants, knits, slips and layering pieces, in neutral tones and clean cuts, in sizes 0 to 16 including plus size . The Size Guide helps you nail your fit, the Returns Policy keeps swaps easy, and Shipping covers next-day delivery across the US. For more styling, the Showpo blog is full of it.

Elevated Basics | Elevated Everyday Wardrobe Staples

Valerie Mini Dress

Collared Long Sleeve Waist Shirt Dress in Navy

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Tisdale Top

Boat Neck Long Sleeve Top in Mushroom

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Hallie Bodysuit

One Shoulder Draped Long Sleeve Bodysuit in Chocolate

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89.95

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Kartia Midi Dress

V Neck Knit Dress in Black

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99.00

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Therese Jeans

High Waist Wide Leg Flare Recycled Denim Jeans in Black

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Neema Pants

Mid Rise Straight Leg Pants in Black

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Primrose Mini Dress

Slash Neck Long Sleeve A Line Dress in Chocolate

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Kelsey Top

Button Through Long Sleeve Knit Top in Chocolate

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89.95

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Emman Jeans

High Waisted Cotton Wide Leg Denim Jeans in Ecru

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129.95

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Tess Mini Dress

Asymmetric Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Dress in Chocolate

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83.00

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Nerissa Cardigan

V Neck Recycled Knit Contoured Cardigan in Chocolate

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Kelsey Pants

High Drawstring Waist Knit Pants in Chocolate

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Paige Maxi Dress

Off The Shoulder Pleated Skirt Dress in White

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109.95

Virginia Skort

Mid Waisted Tailored Skort in Black

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89.95

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Saskia Coat

Double Breasted Short Wool Like Coat in Chocolate

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Isabel Mini Skirt

Mid Waist Knit Skirt in Mushroom

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Eloise Coat

Oversized Longline Tailored Coat in Grey Marle

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150.00

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Chocolate

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92.00

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Isolde Jacket

Faux Leather Shearling Biker Jacket in Dark Chocolate

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Isla Coat

Funnel Neck Double Breasted Longline Trench Coat in Stone

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Amanda Jumper

Crew Neck Long Sleeve Knit Sweater in Mushroom

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Edith Top

Twist Detail Long Sleeve Top in Chocolate

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Astra Maxi Dress

V Neck Long Sleeve Knit Dress in Black

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Milly Maxi Dress

Asymmetrical Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Side Ruching Maxi Dress in Black

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Antonia Midi Dress

Off The Shoulder Long Sleeve Dress in Black

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Kira Jumper

Crew Neck Oversized Knit Jumper in Beige

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109.95

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Carys Coat

Oversized Long Sleeve Coat With Neck Scarf in Chocolate

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114.00

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Rina Coat

Oversized Three Button Front Closure Coat in Cream

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108.00

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Ramsey Cardigan

Recycled Contoured Waist Button Down Cardigan in Wine

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66.00

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Petra Top

Long Sleeve Wrap Ribbed Knit Top in Oat Marle

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Elevated Basics

Valerie Mini Dress

Tisdale Top

Hallie Bodysuit

Kartia Midi Dress

Therese Jeans

Neema Pants

Primrose Mini Dress

Kelsey Top

Emman Jeans

Tess Mini Dress

Nerissa Cardigan

Kelsey Pants

Paige Maxi Dress

Virginia Skort

Saskia Coat

Isabel Mini Skirt

Eloise Coat

Blaire Midi Dress

Isolde Jacket

Isla Coat

Amanda Jumper

Edith Top

Astra Maxi Dress

Milly Maxi Dress

Antonia Midi Dress

Kira Jumper

Carys Coat

Rina Coat

Ramsey Cardigan

Petra Top

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