Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
I’ll admit it: I’m having a case of the winter scaries, but not in the way you’d think. Winter is always challenging for me—I prefer long summer days at the beach over dark winter nights at home—but the weather is what really throws me off. It’s still 80 degrees here in Southern California during the day, but by nighttime, that suspiciously warm weather is replaced with frigid temps (by my standards, anyway). So, as you can imagine, dressing for a West Coast winter can feel impossible. It’s way too warm for cashmere in the daytime, and too cold for my light-sweater-and-jeans combo in the evenings. The solution? A shopping trip, of course.
Whenever I’m looking to add to my closet, I always keep three adjectives in mind—classic, effortless, and high-quality. After spending countless hours scrolling, I’ve finally landed on 30 items that meet this criteria. Think chic pleated trousers, sculptural earrings, and velvet Mary Janes, to name a few. Keep reading to see everything I’m adding to my cart to get me out of my winter rut.
7 Days Active
Track Sweatpant
I’m following the sporty-short trend into winter with these track pants.
Lié Studio
The Julie Drop Earrings
Every It girl I know raves about this brand, and these cool silver earrings are the perfect introduction.
Prada
Velvet Pumps
Mary Janes, but make them fancy.
J.Crew
Pointelle Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
You can never go wrong with a basic long-sleeve and the pointelle detail is so cute.
Toteme
Black ‘The Slim Ankle’ Boots
These boots are a no-brainer purchase.
Prada
Velvet Scrunchie
The velvet material makes this simple scrunchie look so luxe.
The Frankie Shop
Navy Ripley Pleated Trousers
This pair of Frankie Shop pants is currently on sale—run.
Prada
Arqué Small Shearling Shoulder Bag
Shearling bags for winter just make sense.
J.Crew
Garçon Classic Chambray Shirt
Don’t discount the power of a crisp medium-wash denim shirt.
adidas
Japan Shoes
Skip the sambas—everyone is raving about the brand’s newest style: the Japan sneaker.
J.Crew
Suede Roller-Buckle Belt
Everyone needs a simple black belt in their closet.
AG
Stella Low Slung Palazzo
Sorry, skinny jeans—I’m just not over wide-leg baggy silhouettes just yet.
Pair Eyewear
The Addison
These look so sophisticated, you’d never guess they’re under $100.
Shein
Sleeveless Dress
The boatneck detail adds major charm to this little black dress.
Prada
Velvet Bucket Hat
I’m going through a velvet phase—can you tell?
Zeagoo
Long Sleeve Off the Shoulder Top
I’m in my early twenties, of course a going-out top is making my shopping list.
Pandora
Infinity Chain Necklace
I’m hopping on the charm trend starting with this dainty gold chain as the base.
AG
Farrah Boot
The perfect denim style to wear with all of your favorite winter boots.
AG
Sadie Crew
I’m a sucker for the basics.
Pandora
Sparkling Huggie Hoop Earrings
Adding some sparkle to my everyday wardrobe is as easy as including these huggies in my current pared-back ear stack.
AG
Adria Low-Rise Wide Leg
These look incredibly comfy.
Kurt Geiger
Small Chelsea Bucket Bag
I’m in the market for a bucket bag and I’m into the tan color of this Kurt Geiger find.
Mavi
Cathy Wide Leg Jeans
The cuffed hem adds a cool factor to this wide-leg style.
Timberland
Fashion Clog
Cozy slippers will always make the cut.
Mavi
Savannah Straight Leg
I like that these jeans are straight but not skin-tight.
AG
Jo Jacket
I’m taking the barn jacket craze with me into next year.
Kurt Geiger
Yarndye Scarf
I’m heading to New York next year, and I know this will come in handy.
Timberland
Roxie Lane Mid Chelsea Boot
I can feel the chunky lug sole comeback happening.
Timberland
Lightweight Insulated Anorak Jacket
I’m also eyeing this puffer jacket for my NY trip.
Pair Eyewear
The Larkin
I’m due for a new pair of glasses and this tortoiseshell pattern is speaking to me.
