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

Amanda Jumper

Crew Neck Long Sleeve Knit Sweater in Chocolate

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89.95

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Alyce Mini Dress

Long Sleeve One Shoulder Dress in Off White

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89.95

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Emman Jeans

High Waisted Cotton Wide Leg Denim Jeans in Dark Blue Wash

$

109.95

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Therese Jeans

High Waist Wide Leg Flare Recycled Denim Jeans in Raw

$

109.95

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Stella Maxi Skirt

High Waisted Pencil Skirt in Chocolate

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89.95

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Kelsey Pants

High Drawstring Waist Knit Pants in Chocolate

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68.00

$~~79.95~~

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Aria Jumper

Fluffy Striped Knit Jumper in Chocolate

$

68.00

$~~89.95~~

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Celestine Top

Cut Out Lace Long Sleeve Top in Chocolate

$

79.95

Eloise Coat

Oversized Longline Tailored Coat in Grey Marle

$

136.00

$~~159.95~~

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Melissa Pants

Pleat Front Wide Leg Tailored Pants in Chocolate

$

109.95

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Valerie Mini Dress

Collared Long Sleeve Waist Shirt Dress in Black Polka Dot

$

99.95

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Becka Cardigan

Oversized Recycled Knitted Button Through Cardigan in Black

$

63.00

$~~89.95~~

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Darcie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Wine

$

60.00

$~~79.95~~

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Priscilla Mini Skirt

Mid Waist Faux Suede Skirt in Dark Chocolate

$

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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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Chocolate

$

84.00

$~~119.95~~

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Roxy Mini Dress

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Pleated Skirt Dress in Cream

$

65.00

$~~99.95~~

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Novalie Mini Dress

High Neck Sleeveless Ruched Waist Detail Fitted Mini Dress in Black

$

89.95

Solenne Jeans

High Waist Skinny Bootcut Leg Jeans in Dark Mid Blue Wash

$

70.00

$~~99.95~~

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Novalie Mini Dress

High Neck Sleeveless Ruched Waist Detail Fitted Mini Dress in White

$

89.95

Michelle Maxi Dress

Scoop Neck Flute Sleeve Knit Maxi Dress in Black

$

72.00

$~~109.95~~

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Ava Top

Lace Trim Asymmetrical Camisole Top in Cream

$

79.95

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Priscilla Mini Skirt

Mid Waist Faux Suede Skirt in Brown Tan

$

79.95

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Antonia Midi Dress

Off The Shoulder Long Sleeve Dress in Black

$

99.95

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Ivory

$

90.00

$~~119.95~~

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Kelsey Pants

High Drawstring Waist Knit Pants in Navy

$

52.00

$~~79.95~~

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Cate Top

Long Sleeve Asymmetrical Neckline Top in Black

$

69.95

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Lanie Midi Dress

Knitted Crew Neck Short Sleeve Dress in Chocolate

$

109.95

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Amanda Jumper

Crew Neck Long Sleeve Knit Sweater in Cream

$

89.95

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Zoe Coat

Oversized Cropped Faux Fur Coat in Beige

$

135.00

$~~179.95~~

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Elevated Basics

Amanda Jumper

Alyce Mini Dress

Emman Jeans

Therese Jeans

Stella Maxi Skirt

Kelsey Pants

Aria Jumper

Celestine Top

Eloise Coat

Melissa Pants

Valerie Mini Dress

Becka Cardigan

Darcie Top

Priscilla Mini Skirt

Cole Jeans

Blaire Midi Dress

Roxy Mini Dress

Novalie Mini Dress

Solenne Jeans

Novalie Mini Dress

Michelle Maxi Dress

Ava Top

Priscilla Mini Skirt

Antonia Midi Dress

Blaire Midi Dress

Kelsey Pants

Cate Top

Lanie Midi Dress

Amanda Jumper

Zoe Coat

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