As a former VIP Nordstrom stylist, Sandy Koszarek spent years helping clients shop and build out their wardrobes. She continues to do this in a different medium as a content creator (hello, Stylish Sandy), sharing styling tips and product recommendations to her audience and followers. One fashion category she’s recommended throughout her career—from her Nordstrom days to her role now as a content creator—is elevated basics.
Koszarek believes basics are the foundation of a well-balanced wardrobe because they can be styled with a range of pieces, and it’s those elevated selects, particularly fashion-forward basics, that she gravitates toward most. On that note, five basics are the front-runners for Koszarek this winter because she thinks they’re incredibly fashionable and can take any look to the next level with their chic and elegant nature. Keep scrolling to see and shop the fashionable winter basics in question.
Overcoat
“A wool overcoat is a must-have for the winter months. It’s timeless, practical, and looks so chic styled with any outfit.” — Koszarek
Avec Les Filles
Blanket Stitch Coat
Topshop
Oversize Double Breasted Coat
& Other Stories
Longline Wool Blend Coat
COS
Oversize Double Breasted Double Face Wool Blend Coat
Open Edit
Herringbone Coat
Sam Edelman
Tie Belt Wool Blend Wrap Coat
AllSaints
Mabel Double Breasted Coat
Cozy Knit
“Cashmere and cozy knits are my favorite basics for winter. They’re practical and feel luxe and fashionable, elevating any outfit.” — Koszarek
Open Edit
Cotton Blend Rib Funnel Neck Sweater
Reformation
Clara Cashmere & Wool Crew Cardigan
Nordstrom
Stripe Cashmere Mock Neck Sweater
Free People
Frankie Cable Cotton Sweater
Grey Lab
Turtleneck Sweater
BP
Slouchy Chenille Pullover Sweater
All in Favor
V-Neck Cardigan
Nordstrom
Wool & Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
Barbour
Beatrix Cable Stitch Turtleneck Sweater
Dark-Wash Denim
“I’m wearing dark-wash denim this winter—an essential basic that’s flattering, dressy, and always looks fashionable.” — Koszarek
Citizens of Humanity
Ayla Baggy Organic Cotton Wide Leg Jeans
Levi’s
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
Good American
Pintuck High Waist Wide Leg Trouser Jeans
PAIGE
Sawyer High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
AGOLDE
Low Slung Baggy Jeans
Favorite Daughter
The Mischa Super High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
Boots
“Boots are a must-have for the season. Fashionable tall boots, over-the-knee styles, and booties are favorites I’ll be wearing this winter with everything from jeans to skirts.” — Koszarek
Open Edit
Nyomi Tall Boots
Vince
Margaret Knee High Boots
Sam Edelman
Sylvia Knee High Boots
Marc Fisher
Yanara Pointed Toe Booties
Jeffrey Campbell
Climb-Hi Knee High Boots
Blondo
Prestly Waterproof Leather Booties
Trousers
“Trousers are a wardrobe staple I love to wear with cozy knits and button-downs—a perfect alternative to denim that always looks polished and fashionable.” — Koszarek
Nordstrom
Flat Front Wide Leg Pants
Vince
Fluid High Waist Straight Leg Pants
Lilysilk
Wide Leg Wool-Flannel Suit Trousers
Halogen
Grosgrain Ribbon Trim Wide Leg Pants
MANGO
Pleat Front Wide Leg Suit Pants
