As fashion girls, we enjoy getting creative with our clothes, finding unexpected ways to rock old favorites [1]. With just a tuck, a tie, or an unbuttoned button, staples and basics can instantly transform, leaving our wardrobes fuller and our bank accounts intact.
Ahead we've rounded up seven must-have items that can secretly pull double or triple duty, along with some new ways to style them. Stock up on what you need now and save in the long run. Yep, Mom would totally be proud [2].
A Button-Front Shirtdress
A shirtdress is definitely the easy, polished piece every woman should have on hand. You can wear it as is, tuck it into your shirt, or open it up to create a sweater-like layer.
Rails Sawyer Button Down Shirtdress [3] ($158)
A Scarf
A scarf, sarong, headscarf, even a decoration for your bag. With this must-have accessory, the possibilities are endless.
Burberry Sheer Mega Check Scarf [4] ($395)
A Sleeveless Button-Front Dress
This Summer staple is great to throw on and go, but leave it unbuttoned and BOOM. You'll turn this dress into a vest.
Caslon Sleeveless Drawstring Waist Dress (Regular & Petite) [5] ($68)
A Shift Minidress
As long as it's short enough to tuck in, your trusty ol' shift can be rocked as a shirt.
ASOS Encrusted Embellished Collar Short Sleeve Mini Shift Dress [6] ($89)
A Bandana
There are dozens of ways to wear a bandana, but a few of our favorites? Neckercheif style, rolled and knotted, around the wrist, and in the hair!
Urban Outfitters Basic Bandana [7] ($6)
An Oversize Button-Front Shirt
The obvious ways to style this baby is either buttoned and tucked in or open like a sweater. But because it's oversize, you can fasten the top around your chest and wear your shirt as a strapless dress. Do the same around your waist and you've got yourself a skirt.
Nasty Gal Factory Get Down Button Up [8] ($58)
A Skinny Scarf
Worn the traditional way, a skinny scarf will give off a '70s vibe. But you can also tie it over a collared top pussybow style, wear it as a headband, or wrap it around your waist to create a belt.
Express Skinny Scarf [9] ($15)