Being fashion forward is so easy! I'm telling you personally, name brand clothing or not you should have these items in your closet! All 15 of these basic items can create a number of outfits.

Here's a list of the items you will need:

1. Blazer (Jacket) - A simple blazer! It can be colored, it can have sequins all over it, it can be black or it can be neon! Every woman should own at least 1 blazer. I've seen very stylish blazers, high priced, even vintage! I've personally brought my blazers from Salvation Army and Goodwill. At minimum you can spend around $5 for a blazer at these donation stations. Also, a jacket is a great thing to have depending on your mood or the weather. Can't go wrong with a biker jacket or faux leather jacket when it's cold or rainy out.

2. A little black dress - Okay, okay this phrase is used alot! LOL. The dress doesn't have to be black at all but black is a very neutral color that pretty much goes with everything. The dress(es) you own don't all have to be black but have at least 1 neutral colored dress. Long sleeve, no sleeve, quarter sleeve... All different designs.

3. Wedge - These have to be the most comfortable shoes I've ever tried on in life next to a regular heel. I will wear a wedge over wearing a heel... Ladies please do yourself and get a pair of wedges. Whether they are sneaker wedges, strappy wedges or regular wedges... 

4. Tank - I have tanks of many different colors. Long and short... These are very comfortable and look great under a blazer or cardigan! Get you some...

5. Leggings - Okay don't take offense to this but please if you buy leggings do yourself a favor and buy some that aren't see through. I see so many females walking around thinking they hot stuff and their purse is wide open. LOL! Forever21 sells thick leggings I believe around the price of $7.80 I purchased some a few weeks ago. They are so comfortable and can be worn with just about anything.

6. White Top - I have a few regular white tops. These can be tees, button downs, blouses, etc. Have at least 1 in your closet to pair with a blazer, or to wear alone with a cute bottom.

7. Boots - I have several different kinds of boots. Ones with heels, some flat boots, combat boots, booties. At least 1 pair is essential for your closet, when its cold out you can simply pair these boots with a dress and tights, or some leggings, or skinny jeans!

8. Shorts - It gets hot out in the summer so why not show off your legs. It can be jean shorts, I've seen these new faux leather shorts floating around... Any type of short! Any pattern. Have at least 1 pair. If you are self conscious about short shorts then try some Bermuda shorts, they are my favorite!

9. Flats - Very comfy and casual for work or an outfit for the day. I have a number of different kinds of flats.

10. Sandals - A definite must have, I have a few different pairs as well! Can't lose with a pair of sandals, easy to put on and very easy to take off when you have somewhere to go immediately! LOL.

11. Cardigan (Sweater) - Simply a step down from a jacket. I have a few lightweight cardigans. They go well with leggings, dress pants, shorts, jeans, etc. Either long or short, they make a great cover up!

12. Skinny Jeans - Any color, any style, just a simple pair of skinny jeans are a definite must. Leggings sometimes are too thin so jeans can help with covering up. Skinny jeans are cute for outfit of the day or just to throw on to go out, etc. Dress them up with heels or dress them down with sneaker wedges...

13. Belt - A must have as well, the wider the waist the wider the belt. You can wear belts at the waist to accentuate your curves. The belt pictured above can serve any purpose, to hole your jeans up or to bring in your shirt to show off your waist.

14. Pumps (Heels) - Want to dress up any item you wear? You must have some pumps. I personally have 1 nude pair, a few black pairs, and other pairs in different colors. Very essential to make any outfit classy.

15. Skirt - Last but not least the skirt! I've seen plenty of skirts in my time. The skirt you have doesn't have to be a skater skirt or basic bodycon midi skirt... You can have a skirt with flare, it can be long or it can be short. Just make sure it's suitable for you to wear anywhere.

You can also spruce these outfits up and add different styles, it doesn't have to be your basic heels with a dress either! Here are some outfit examples using the Top 15 Closet essentials:

1. Boots, Leggings, Cardigan, White button up!

2. Skirt, Button Up, Nude heels!

3. White button up, Skinny Jeans, Nude heels (sandals/flats can be substituted)!

4. Wedges with Black Dress!

5. Cardigan, Wedges, Leggings!

I can go on for days creating outfits with these 15 Closet Essentials. Its up to you to dress these items up with your particular style. You can add jewelry, clutches/purses... Its all up to you! Feel free to post more essentials you think that should be added to your closet below in the comment section. Thank you so much for taking the time out to read today's blog. Hope you update your wardrobe, good luck Vixens!