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 colour 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 to make basic outfits look good?

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 colours tonal and neutral so the outfit feels deliberate. Then add one quality detail, a leather belt, gold jewellery, 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 4 to 20 including plus size . The Size Guide helps you nail your fit, the Returns Policy keeps swaps easy, and Shipping covers same-day dispatch across Australia. For more styling, the Showpo blog is full of it.

Elevated Basics | Elevated Everyday Wardrobe Staples

Ezra Two Piece Set

Knitted Button Down Long Sleeve Top and High Waist Pants Set in Black

$

119.95

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Opal Bodysuit

Long Sleeve Wrapped Off Shoulder Bodysuit in Chocolate

$

79.95

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Alyce Mini Dress

Long Sleeve One Shoulder Dress in Chocolate

$

89.95

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Darcie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Wine

$

52.00

$~~79.95~~

You save 35%

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Stella Maxi Skirt

High Waisted Pencil Skirt in Chocolate

$

89.95

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Selena Pants

High Waisted Wide Leg Tailored Pants in Brown

$

99.95

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Zoe Coat

Oversized Cropped Faux Fur Coat in Beige

$

117.00

$~~179.95~~

You save 35%

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Therese Jeans

High Waist Wide Leg Flare Recycled Denim Jeans in Dark Blue Wash

$

109.95

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Paige Maxi Dress

Off The Shoulder Pleated Skirt Dress in White

$

99.95

Seraphina Top

Long Sleeve Square Neck Gathered Waist Top in Chocolate

$

53.00

$~~69.95~~

You save 24%

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Tess Mini Dress

Asymmetric Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Dress in Light Grey Marl

$

60.00

$~~99.95~~

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Patricia Mini Skirt

Mid Rise Fitted Patent Leather Skirt in Wine

$

79.95

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Darcie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Cream

$

79.95

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Gabriella Maxi Dress

Long Sleeve Scoop Neck Dress in Black

$

79.95

Isabel Top

Long Sleeve Oversized Knit Top in Chocolate

$

40.00

$~~89.95~~

You save 56%

Isabel Mini Skirt

Mid Waist Knit Skirt in Chocolate

$

36.00

$~~59.95~~

You save 40%

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Kelsey Top

Button Through Long Sleeve Knit Top in Cream

$

45.00

$~~79.95~~

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Cole Jeans

High Waist Relaxed Wide Leg Recycled Denim Jeans in Mid Blue Wash

$

109.95

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Michelle Maxi Dress

Scoop Neck Flute Sleeve Knit Maxi Dress in Black

$

72.00

$~~109.95~~

You save 35%

Alyce Mini Dress

Long Sleeve One Shoulder Dress in Off White

$

89.95

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Roxy Mini Dress

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Pleated Skirt Dress in Cream

$

65.00

$~~99.95~~

You save 35%

Valerie Mini Dress

Collared Long Sleeve Waist Shirt Dress in Black Polka Dot

$

99.95

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Novalie Mini Dress

High Neck Sleeveless Ruched Waist Detail Fitted Mini Dress in White

$

89.95

Skye Midi Dress

Halter Neck Panelled Denim Dress in Mid Blue Wash

$

55.00

$~~109.95~~

You save 50%

Kelsey Pants

High Drawstring Waist Knit Pants in Navy

$

52.00

$~~79.95~~

You save 35%

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Amanda Jumper

Crew Neck Long Sleeve Knit Sweater in Black

$

89.95

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Elodie Mini Dress

Button Down Ruched Tiered Smock Dress in Black

$

68.00

$~~89.95~~

You save 24%

Therese Jeans

High Waist Wide Leg Flare Recycled Denim Jeans in Black

$

109.95

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Ava Top

Lace Trim Asymmetrical Camisole Top in Cream

$

79.95

5.0(3)

Juniper Maxi Dress

V Neckline Long Sleeve Gathered Detail Dress in Dark Chocolate

$

75.00

$~~99.95~~

You save 25%

Elevated Basics

Ezra Two Piece Set

Opal Bodysuit

Alyce Mini Dress

Darcie Top

Stella Maxi Skirt

Selena Pants

Zoe Coat

Therese Jeans

Paige Maxi Dress

Seraphina Top

Tess Mini Dress

Patricia Mini Skirt

Darcie Top

Gabriella Maxi Dress

Isabel Top

Isabel Mini Skirt

Kelsey Top

Cole Jeans

Michelle Maxi Dress

Alyce Mini Dress

Roxy Mini Dress

Valerie Mini Dress

Novalie Mini Dress

Skye Midi Dress

Kelsey Pants

Amanda Jumper

Elodie Mini Dress

Therese Jeans

Ava Top

Juniper Maxi Dress

Frequently Asked Questions

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