My Mom Wants New Elevated Basics for 2025—These 4 Items Feel Very "Fashion Person"

Shopping and chatting about style is something my mother and I do often. We always have. She recently asked for my thoughts on a few elevated basics I thought could enhance her 2025 wardrobe. I should note that we both gravitate towards easy, simple, and elegant pieces, so I made sure to offer modern selects that fit that criteria.

Below you’ll find the four styles I suggested to my mom. She liked them because they seemed versatile yet “of the moment.” I think they totally give off that “fashion person” vibe.

Keep scrolling to see how fashion people are styling the basics in question, and shop a variety of silhouettes if one of the picks catches your eye.

Beige Turtleneck

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Turtlenecks are classic and will always feel chic. My mom mentioned that she actually doesn’t have a beige or camel style, so I suggested a few silhouettes that are very elegant.

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Nordstrom

Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

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Caslon

Rib Turtleneck Sweater

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Banana Republic

Oversized Midweight Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

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MANGO

Mariana Turtleneck Sweater

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Nordstrom

High Low Mock Neck Fisherman Sweater

Double-Breasted Blazer

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My mom has a single-breasted blazer she wears often right now, but is interested in a new double-breasted style this year. This aligns with the “soft power” trend that will continue to be on the rise in 2025.

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Open Edit

Double Breasted Blazer

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All in Favor

Plaid Double Breasted Blazer

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Shopbop

Wardrobe.nyc Double Breasted Blazer

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Avec Les Filles

Hourglass Blazer Coat

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Liverpool

Houndstooth Double Breasted Longline Blazer

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Shopbop

Lioness La Quinta Blazer

White Coat

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A brown coat is a staple for my mom (myself included), but she’s also interested in adding a stylish white coat into her rotation.

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J.Crew

Wrap Trench Coat in Italian Double-Faced Wool Blend

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banana republic

Oversized Italian Twill Trench Coat

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Karl Lagerfeld Paris

Double-Breasted Coat

Skinny Pants

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Wide-leg trousers are still on point, but yes, skinny pants will have a huge moment this year. My mom wants a fresh style to wear with sweaters and button-up shirts.

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