My sister has this saying, which is more of a justification for purchasing something new, that something is “for life”. This means you only need to buy a high quality version of it once and you’re set. Almost always, these are items are more than she would be willing to spend for trendier pieces, but their timelessness is worth the few extra dollars.

What a City Girl needs FOR LIFE:

Leather Jacket // Trench coat // Dress coat

LBD* // LRD** // Blazer // Black trousers // Pencil skirt

Sturdy purse // Laptop Sleeve // Wallet // Luggage // Evening Clutch

Rainboots // Black Pumps // Loafers // Nude Pumps // Black Flats

Digital Camera // Yoga Mat // Makeup Case // Jewelry Case

Watch // Diamond Studs

Keep in mind Cost Per Wear = the cost divided by the number of times you wear it over the course of years.

These items are the pillars of every woman’s closet. No matter what you do, these items will make you look your best while doing it.

*Little Black Dress | **Little Red Dress

Today’s look. Gap boyfriend jeans, Gap plaid shirt, and Gap Sherpa vest. Sam Edelman loafers.