A good wardrobe isn't a large one. It is a set of pieces that all work together.

The core pieces

  1. Plain white and navy T-shirts
  2. Two pairs of well-fitting dark jeans
  3. Stone or navy chinos
  4. A white or light blue button-down
  5. A crew neck sweater
  6. A casual jacket

Shoes and finishing touches

  1. Clean, minimal sneakers
  2. Brown boots or dress shoes
  3. A plain leather belt
  4. A simple watch or classic sunglasses

How to buy

Stick to neutral colors first so everything matches. Replace items as they wear out, and buy better versions of the things you wear the most.