About Mandie

Hi! I'm Mandie, the girl behind Nautical Stripes. Some of my favorite things are nautical items, sailing, stripes, bangles, ripped jeans, bright colors, clutches, vacation adventures, running (only outside), and cooking (always homemade).

Born & Raised: St. Louis, MO
Lives: Chicago, IL
Favorite Meal: Salmon with mashed sweet potatoes
Signature Drink: Captain and Diet Coke
Go-To Closet Item: Ripped, Dark Jeans
Go-To Designer: Tory Burch & Kate Spade
Travel Aspiration: Ireland

Monday, August 3, 2015

Monday Staples

Hi Gorgeous!!!

Everyone is always talking about the latest prints, bright colors, and current trends in fashion. However, what's hardly ever talked about are the staples in your closet. Those items that no matter what the current trend is, will always be in style. Today on the blog, I'll be sharing my favorite closet classics that are hanging in my own closet.

A Classic white tee is a closet must have! Not only does it look great with dark jeans and boots, but also goes great with printed shorts, pants, skirts or comfy leggings. 

AG skinny jeans are a staple in my closet. These jeans are the most comfortable thing and nothing is more classic than dark jeans.
Any one who knows me knows I love a good chambray shirt (I think I am up to 8 in my closet!). I also love pairing chambray with denim pants or shorts. I love this chambray from J.Crew
(wearing it right now with black work pants and my NS Tory Burch Flats)
Nothing is more classic than a great quality black purse. I have my Kate Spade black staple bag, and I wear it throughout the year. I love the style of this one pictured, but this bag is another great option with a little less girly appeal. 
My favorite little black dress is embellished at the chest area just like this one. Unfortunately, mine is a year or two old and they do not carry it any more. However this Kate Spade is very similar and currently on sale! My LBD has never failed me. 
A great pair of sneakers is a closet must! I love my Superga sneakers and always received compliments when I wear them out! 

Thanks for reading about my closet classics, what are some classics in your closet? Is there any I missed? Comment below!

Look for my post later this week with tips on packing a carry on suitcase, what's in my Lulu Lemon carry on bag, packing list for a lake trip, and of course the Friday Cocktail in the Spotlight. 

XOXO-Mandie 

All photos above are from : Nordstrom, Google Images, Free People, Kate Spade, J.Crew, and Evereve