My Mom Wants New Elevated Basics for 2025—These 4 Items Feel Very "Fashion Person"

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A fashion person in skinny pants

Shopping and chatting about style is something my mother and I do often. We always have. She recently asked for my thoughts on a few elevated basics I thought could enhance her 2025 wardrobe. I should note that we both gravitate towards easy, simple, and elegant pieces, so I made sure to offer modern selects that fit that criteria.

Below you’ll find the four styles I suggested to my mom. She liked them because they seemed versatile yet “of the moment.” I think they totally give off that “fashion person” vibe.

Keep scrolling to see how fashion people are styling the basics in question, and shop a variety of silhouettes if one of the picks catches your eye.

Beige Turtleneck

A fashion person in a turtleneck

Turtlenecks are classic and will always feel chic. My mom mentioned that she actually doesn't have a beige or camel style, so I suggested a few silhouettes that are very elegant.

Nordstrom, Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

Nordstrom

Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

Caslon<sup>®</sup>, Rib Turtleneck Sweater

Caslon

Rib Turtleneck Sweater

Oversized Midweight Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

Banana Republic

Oversized Midweight Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

MANGO, Mariana Turtleneck Sweater

MANGO

Mariana Turtleneck Sweater

High Low Mock Neck Fisherman Sweater

Nordstrom

High Low Mock Neck Fisherman Sweater

Double-Breasted Blazer

A fashion person in a double-breasted blazer

My mom has a single-breasted blazer she wears often right now, but is interested in a new double-breasted style this year. This aligns with the "soft power" trend that will continue to be on the rise in 2025.

Double Breasted Blazer

Open Edit

Double Breasted Blazer

Plaid Double Breasted Blazer

All in Favor

Plaid Double Breasted Blazer

Wardrobe.nyc Double Breasted Blazer

Shopbop

Wardrobe.nyc Double Breasted Blazer

Hourglass Blazer Coat

Avec Les Filles

Hourglass Blazer Coat

Houndstooth Double Breasted Longline Blazer

Liverpool

Houndstooth Double Breasted Longline Blazer

Lioness La Quinta Blazer

Shopbop

Lioness La Quinta Blazer

White Coat

A fashion person with a white coat

A brown coat is a staple for my mom (myself included), but she's also interested in adding a stylish white coat into her rotation.

Long Fleece Coat

J.Crew, Wrap Trench Coat in Italian Double-Faced Wool Blend

J.Crew

Wrap Trench Coat in Italian Double-Faced Wool Blend

A-Line Coat

banana republic, Oversized Italian Twill Trench Coat

banana republic

Oversized Italian Twill Trench Coat

Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Double-Breasted Coat

Karl Lagerfeld Paris

Double-Breasted Coat

Skinny Pants

A fashion person in skinny pants

Wide-leg trousers are still on point, but yes, skinny pants will have a huge moment this year. My mom wants a fresh style to wear with sweaters and button-up shirts.

banana republic, Skinny Sloan Pant

banana republic

Skinny Sloan Pant

Hunter Pant | Dark Chocolate

Vivienne Slim Pants

Skinny Pintuck Ankle Pants

Donna Karan New York

Skinny Pintuck Ankle Pants

old navy, High-Waisted Pixie Skinny Pants

old navy

High-Waisted Pixie Skinny Pants

Crop Skinny Pants

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