We've all been there: you're trying to get dressed and end up staring blankly into a closet full of your same, familiar clothes. That's usually when we throw our hands up and boldly declare, "I have nothing to wear!" For Margaret Zhang, that doesn't seem to be a problem. The street style star [1] is always finding new ways to wear her favorite pieces. By layering, draping, and tying, Margaret gives her wardrobe essentials new life [2]. In a time of borrowed clothes and designer samples, it feels so honest to see a style icon wear her own clothes over and over again.
Of course, there's an art to Margaret's expert styling tricks, but it inspires us to look into our own closets and seek ways to get creative [3] with items we already own — and it might just inspire you, too. Check out the eight stylish pieces that Margaret Zhang keeps in constant rotation, because there's nothing wrong with wearing something you love more than once.
Leather Jacket
If there's one thing we learned from style bloggers, it's that a leather jacket goes a long way. Margaret Zhang seems to favor her Laer moto jacket, as she wears it to special events and on more casual occasions. When in doubt, throw on a versatile leather jacket for some added edge.
Wear it with a slouchy t-shirt and jeans.
Wear it over a sheer dress for contrast.
Denim Jacket
Everyone should have a go-to denim jacket in their closet. Margaret Zhang proves that the timeless staple can be worn in more ways than one. She's not afraid to add her R.Shemiste denim jacket to more formal outfits, or use it as a layering piece for an unexpected touch of cool.
Wear it with elegant evening wear to add a downtown vibe to your look.
Wearing it around your waist can create a new silhouette.
Basic Tank Top
Margaret Zhang understands the importance of having reliable basics in your wardrobe. She loves using her mustard ASOS tank top to bring a pop of color to her wardrobe. Whether it's layered under a blazer or worn on its own, the tank completes an effortless outfit.
Wear it under a pair of distressed denim overalls.
Wear it with striped pants and lace-up flats.
Ribbon Choker
Margaret Zhang's secret style weapon is her ribbon choker. You'll often see her wearing it to events instead of flashy jewelry. She loves styling her choker with dainty necklaces to go with the popular layered jewelry trend.
Wear it to elevate your edgy casual look.
Wear it instead of jewelry for formal occasions.
Military Anorak
Margaret Zhang has completely mastered wearing her Isabel Marant military anorak no matter the time or place. The quilted cargo jacket is perfect as a lightweight layer to go with trousers or distressed denim. Margaret often chooses to add a belt at the waist to complement her slim figure.
Wear it with a rock band t-shirt, distressed jeans, and a silk scarf.
Wear it to accentuate your waist by adding a thick belt.
Slip Dress
Embracing this revived '90s trend, Margaret Zhang wears her black Topshop slip dress from day to night — literally. She keeps her look minimal, often choosing to pair her slip dress with monochromatic pieces or simple jewelry.
Wear it by day with delicate jewelry.
Wear it layered under a jacket and paired with an open-toed heel.
Skinny Scarf
Margaret Zhang reinvents classic accessories by giving them a modern twist. We love the way she wears scarves to bring vibrant colors to her otherwise neutral outfits. While Margaret wears a striped blue scarf from ASOS, we often see her sporting different types of scarves with a variety of print or color.
Wear it to add a touch of feminine flair to your outfit.
Wear it to break up a neutral outfit.
Striped Trousers
Margaret Zheng favors her Chloé striped trousers to really pack a punch in her outfit. The stripes are super flattering, as they accentuate your legs. The best part of printed bottoms is that they're so easy to pair with simple basics to create an entirely new look each time.
Wear them with a cargo blouse and a wide-brim hat.
Wear them with a tucked button-down and a classic trench coat for an elevated office outfit.