Elevated Basics

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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Summer Jeans

High Rise Relaxed Fit Jeans in Dark Mid Blue Wash

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Kira Jumper

Crew Neck Oversized Knit Jumper in Black

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129.95

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Kira Jumper

Crew Neck Oversized Knit Jumper in Beige

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129.95

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Becka Cardigan

Oversized Recycled Knitted Button Through Cardigan in Grey

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Ezra Two Piece Set

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

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149.95

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One Shoulder Draped Long Sleeve Bodysuit in Chocolate

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Emilia Jumper

Oversized Fluffy Knit Jumper in Chocolate

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119.95

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Elodie Mini Dress

Button Down Ruched Tiered Smock Dress in Black

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85.00

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Ava Top

Lace Trim Asymmetrical Camisole Top in Cream

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99.95

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Cole Jeans

High Waist Relaxed Wide Leg Recycled Denim Jeans in Dark Blue

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69.00

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Becka Cardigan

Oversized Recycled Knitted Button Through Cardigan in Black

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63.00

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Abby Top

Asym Tee with Lace Trim in Chocolate

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56.00

NZ$~~79.95~~

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Aria Jumper

Fluffy Striped Knit Jumper in Chocolate

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85.00

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Ricki Bodysuit

Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Bodysuit in Chocolate

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99.95

Skye Midi Dress

Halter Neck Panelled Denim Dress in Mid Blue Wash

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69.00

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Zoe Coat

Oversized Cropped Faux Fur Coat in Beige

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146.00

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Petra Top

Long Sleeve Wrap Ribbed Knit Top in Oat Marle

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75.00

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Lioness - Rogue Bomber

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131.00

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Kelsey Pants

High Drawstring Waist Knit Pants in Navy

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Therese Jeans

High Waist Wide Leg Flare Recycled Denim Jeans in Ecru

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Hallie Bodysuit

One Shoulder Draped Long Sleeve Bodysuit in Black

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99.95

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Tianna Jacket

Long Sleeve Contoured Recycled Denim Jacket in Mid Blue Wash

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113.00

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Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Cream

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99.95

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Chocolate

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85.00

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Brielle Mini Dress

Long Sleeve Ruched Bodycon Dress in Black

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99.95

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Astra Maxi Dress

V Neck Long Sleeve Knit Dress in White

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149.95

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Pietra Maxi Dress

Knit Off Shoulder Dress in Cream

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149.95

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Ivory

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Wine

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Long Sleeve One Shoulder Dress in Black

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Elevated Basics

Summer Jeans

Kira Jumper

Kira Jumper

Becka Cardigan

Ezra Two Piece Set

Hallie Bodysuit

Emilia Jumper

Elodie Mini Dress

Ava Top

Cole Jeans

Becka Cardigan

Abby Top

Aria Jumper

Ricki Bodysuit

Skye Midi Dress

Zoe Coat

Petra Top

Lioness - Rogue Bomber

Kelsey Pants

Therese Jeans

Hallie Bodysuit

Tianna Jacket

Darcie Top

Blaire Midi Dress

Brielle Mini Dress

Astra Maxi Dress

Pietra Maxi Dress

Blaire Midi Dress

Blaire Midi Dress

Alyce Mini Dress

Frequently Asked Questions

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