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

Nova Jumper

Tipped Shoulder Jumper in White

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75.00

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Jolie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Gathered Top in Cream

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53.00

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Elodie Blazer

Double Breasted Blazer in Cream

$

117.00

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Zoe Coat

Oversized Cropped Faux Fur Coat in Beige

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135.00

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Jolie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Gathered Top in Chocolate

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53.00

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Seraphina Top

Long Sleeve Square Neck Gathered Waist Top in Chocolate

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53.00

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Jaythen Bodysuit

Long Sleeve Off Shoulder Ruched Mesh Bodysuit in Chocolate

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72.00

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Tess Mini Dress

Asymmetric Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Dress in Cream

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65.00

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Darcie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Wine

$

60.00

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Roxy Mini Dress

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Pleated Skirt Dress in Cream

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65.00

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Solenne Jeans

High Waist Skinny Bootcut Leg Jeans in Dark Mid Blue Wash

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70.00

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Michelle Maxi Dress

Scoop Neck Flute Sleeve Knit Maxi Dress in Black

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72.00

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Lulu Two Piece Top and Skirt Set

Asymmetrical Button Detail Top And Maxi Skirt Set in Chocolate

$

84.00

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Paloma Coat

Tailored Cinched Waist Longline Coat in Chocolate

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120.00

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Narcisa Pants

Linen Look High Waist Bootleg Pants in Chocolate

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Blaire Midi Dress

Long Sleeve Tie Back Flare Dress in Ivory

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90.00

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Pamela Midi Dress

Ribbed Knit Poli Midi Dress in Off White

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Tisdale Top

Boat Neck Long Sleeve Top in Black

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54.00

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Isabel Top

Long Sleeve Oversized Knit Top in Chocolate

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Darcie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Top in Chocolate

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Tess Mini Dress

Asymmetric Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Knit Dress in Chocolate

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75.00

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Cate Top

Long Sleeve Asymmetrical Neckline Top in Chocolate

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63.00

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Jolie Top

Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Gathered Top in Black

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53.00

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Amanda Jumper

Crew Neck Long Sleeve Knit Sweater in Mushroom

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68.00

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Ramsey Cardigan

Recycled Contoured Waist Button Down Cardigan in Wine

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60.00

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Isabel Top

Long Sleeve Oversized Knit Top in Black

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67.00

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Gaia Jumper

High Neck Full Zip Cropped Jumper in Chocolate

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54.00

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Petra Top

Long Sleeve Wrap Ribbed Knit Top in Oat Marle

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60.00

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Carys Coat

Oversized Long Sleeve Coat With Neck Scarf in Chocolate

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104.00

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Rina Coat

Oversized Three Button Front Closure Coat in Cream

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98.00

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Elevated Basics

Nova Jumper

Jolie Top

Elodie Blazer

Zoe Coat

Jolie Top

Seraphina Top

Jaythen Bodysuit

Tess Mini Dress

Darcie Top

Roxy Mini Dress

Solenne Jeans

Michelle Maxi Dress

Lulu Two Piece Top and Skirt Set

Paloma Coat

Narcisa Pants

Blaire Midi Dress

Pamela Midi Dress

Tisdale Top

Isabel Top

Darcie Top

Tess Mini Dress

Cate Top

Jolie Top

Amanda Jumper

Ramsey Cardigan

Isabel Top

Gaia Jumper

Petra Top

Carys Coat

Rina Coat

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