Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Back to Basics: The Net-a-Porter Essentials Boutique

I have a confession to make...I hardly own any of the basic items that most girls are supposed to own, its not that I haven't tried, I just can never find the perfect ones for me. I also never want to spend a lot of money on a basic item when I can buy a fun printed piece for less...but I will get some soon! In Net-a-Porter's latest magazine issue they highlight their 10 Essentials for a wardrobe. Those 10 items are: The shirt, the knit, the jean, the leather jacket, the classic bag, the flat, the blazer, the trench, the jersey basic, and the underpinning. [Have you noticed that I am VERY obsessed with net-a-porter?...I can't help it, ha ha]

Fortunately, Net-A-Porter has reopened their Essentials Boutique where you can find tons of great options to get your perfect 10 items! Unfortunately, Net-a-Porter is too expensive for me (usually), but that doesn't stop me from at least looking for some inspiration in the items they show! Whats great about most of these pieces is that you can pair them with trendier items for a great look! (click the images to go to the product page)
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Of course this is the more expensive side of things, you can certainly find similar pieces for a lot less at stores like ASOS, H&M, American Eagle and more ! Which is where I will get mine until I have more money to invest in designer pieces, but I strive to own these since they will last much longer.

50 comments:

  1. michelle_February 8, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    i totally agree that this is the PERFECT 10 !
    especially that black leather jacket !

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  2. RachFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Great list. I totally believe in the power of a good leather jacket, skinny jeans, and t shirts.

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  3. Just Another ShopaholicFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Great list! I am loving the brown bag!

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  4. YajairaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    love the jackets and the bags

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  5. AngelaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    J aime trench Burberry!!! Tres chic!!!
    Angela Donava

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  6. Collette OsunaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    These are great basics....something everyone needs and can build on:)

    Stop by and say Hello♥
    Let’s Rock the 30x30 Remix..check it out!!♥

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  7. IrinaFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    i need this burberry trench!

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  8. Marie a la ModeFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    The perfect list!
    I wish I could shop at Net-a-porter : (

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  9. Courtney ErinFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    I love that black purse and the leather coat. I'm the same as you, there are several basic wardrobe pieces that I'm missing but I make too pretty good without them until I can find them at a decent price!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    I saw the video of Net-a-Porter of the 10 wardrove essentials. Loved it! So easy and for every budget!

    xo thefashionguitar.com

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  11. IsabelFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    the MJ back doesnt really qualify as a classic bag in my book. LOL

    Isabel @ Walk of Fashion

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  12. Aśa :)February 8, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    I love everything! That black bag is so great!!! :)

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  13. RachelFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Haha, I don't have any of these "staples" either! Definitely something I need to check out!

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  14. Artfully AwearFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I agree with you--I think it's better to invest in the staples so you don't have to replace them all the time.

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  15. BonBon Rose Girls KristinFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    One of these days a classic Burberry trench will be mine! Thanks for becoming a Rosebud sweets!

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  16. Away with the fairy'sFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    still want that mulberry bag :(

    http://illustratemypillowcase.blogspot.com/

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  17. HazelFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    it's okay to find inspirations from somewhere, then just buy from those shops that are easy on the wallet :) but a girl can always dream, right? :P

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  18. LauraFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Oh to have a Burberry trench...

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  19. Sick by TrendFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    net a porter is soo cool! :)

    xx

    www.sickbytrend.com

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  20. Miss WoodyFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:07 PM

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Someday youll own them :)

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  22. TheStreetFashion5xproFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    this is a great selection,I totaly agree!!I love the blaser and the trench!!

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  23. Grace (The Stripe)February 8, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Love!! Someday I will own them all. I have the Burberry Trench and no matter what people say, the "steal" versions are nowhere near as good. I need that navy blazer!!

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  24. thingsIloveFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I love net-a-porter!

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  25. ZarnaFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    these are great essentials! also, i'd love to escape to miami right now as well :)

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  26. Laura MullinsFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    that black cardigan is great! what a perfect basic.

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  27. AnnebethFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    gorgeous classics, the black bag is my fave :)

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  28. MY REPUBLIC OF FASHIONFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    I really need to get a good leather jacket and trench. Pieces that will last a lifetime. I nned some Burberry in my life!! haha

    PS I really like the sound of three little stars (tattoo) at the ankle. :)SArahD

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  29. BECKY MAYFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    You've picked such classics! Love them all!

    The Flower Girl

    X

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  30. nick jFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    i love this, these are true essentials. everybody needs them

    fffashionation.blogspot.com

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  31. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    These are really key pieces to have in one's closet...and I'm loving the Mulberry bag! xx

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  32. Belle de CoutureFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Um, this post is fan-tastic! :)
    Seriously.. I'm following this for sure...

    Thanks so much for the sweet comments (well, for ALL your sweet comments bc you always leave them!). YOU are ah-mazing!

    xx
    Jen
    http://belledecouture.com

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  33. victoryvintagebFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    I agree, look for quality in your basics and staple wardrobe pieces.Its worth it! you will mix and match them over and over. They are virtually timeless and seasonless. You hit the nail on the head! Beautiful blog..your so refreshing!
    Blessings,
    Brande
    http://victoryvintageb.blogspot.com/

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  34. stylenuggetsFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Perfect picks and Net-a-porter knows how to pick the best.

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  35. Angelica NgFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Oh my gosh, me too! I always talk about the importance of having basics...but I myself have none! It's so hard to find good investment pieces, that are affordable at the same time. But anyway, you've chosen some great finds here!

    http://red-soledfashionista.blogspot.com/

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  36. JenFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    i've been adoring that marc jacobs bag since it came out!

    http://nauticalwheelerjewelry.blogspot.com/

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  37. DeppaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    I don't have the 10 essentials either! but everyday I try to get one, or at least I try it in my mind :)

    Great post!
    See you :)

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  38. DeppaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    lol! your last comment is very funny! and yes, that wasn't a smart woman, but at least she is in love and her boyfriend didn't go to anywhere ;)

    See you!

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  39. Y February 8, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    jeans are good.

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  40. LizAnnFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    Gorgeous pieces! love your picks!

    LizAnn
    VPV Intern
    http://www.shopVPV.com

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  41. ElineFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I love the second bag!

    http://astylishfairytale.blogspot.com/

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  42. kristine [kristine. or polly.]February 9, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    This is great! These would definitely make for a very classy wardrobe.

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  43. this free birdFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    the essentials are all here...and they are the backbone to every wardrobe!! love each piece.

    xo,
    c

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  44. cecylia.comFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    to be honest everyone on Net a porter is pretty lust-worthy :D

    Great picks!

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  45. Ashley/ MILK TEETHSFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    ughugh that black mbmj bag!!! I'm really not a fancy bag person but the things I would for a Marc bag ;)

    xx

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  46. Emily, Ruby Slipper JourneysFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    The bag with the birds is really cute... note how I've gravitated to the least "basic" of the basics!

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  47. Style and coffeeFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    oh, I think I'll have to go shopping, there are several things that I don't have! I loove leather jackets, I should get myself one now that they are essentials

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  48. Radiant Make UpFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    loving the bags :)
    yet another extremely useful post - love your blog!! x

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  49. tyruryruFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I'm in love with a black bag.. ;)

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  50. imfashionstonedFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Great picks!!!

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