There's something about clean lines and tailored fits that never reaches stale status, hence the "classicore" movement. Of all the "cores," this is the one that legitimately never goes out of style, thanks to the timelessness of every piece that makes up the trendy aesthetic. But, like any updated version of a classic design, it's all about mixing in a few choice unique elements.
Think: button-down shirts in bright colors designed to fit oh-so-slouchy and pleated trousers worn as a suit with sneakers and a tee shirt to garner more relaxed vibes instantly. Pastel colors are another fun way to channel classic style. When the mood calls for more low-key pieces, chinos are the way to nail it, especially with a cutie cardigan draped across your shoulders. And of course, we can't talk classics without mentioning blazers. From boxy and oversize to more trim fits, it's the smartest layer with literally everything, including dresses, jeans, shorts, and, of course, matching suit pants.
If you're picking up what we're putting down on the classics front, keep scrolling for five wardrobe staples complete with outfit pairings to master the aesthetic this spring and, well, forever.
The Pleated Trouser
Command classiccore attention in this pair of Old Navy Extra High-Waisted Pleated Taylor Wide-Leg Trouser Suit Pants [1] ($55), made to feel totally effortless when paired with an Old Navy Rib-Knit Cropped Tank Top [2] ($10) and Veja Venturi Runner Sneakers [3] ($130). Complete the look with a chunky Jenny Bird Rodin Chain [4] ($200) and vibrant Old Navy Cropped Cozy-Knit Cardigan [5] ($36) tossed over your shoulders.
The Button-Down Shirt
Turn up the volume by teaming this Old Navy Striped Cropped Utility Boyfriend Shirt [6] ($37) with loose-fitting Old Navy Extra High-Waisted Non-Stretch Balloon Jeans [7] ($35). Then, polish things off with timeless yet modern Monica Vinader Groove Baroque Pearl Huggie Earrings [8] ($305) and classic Keds Champion Organic Cotton Sneaker [9] ($55).
The Cardigan Set
Sweet and sunny, this Old Navy Cropped Cozy-Knit Cardigan [10] ($40) and matching Old Navy Cozy Cropped Sweater Tank Top [11] ($25) feel so fresh with baggy Old Navy High-Waisted Wow Wide-Leg Jeans [12] ($37) and Dries Van Noten Leather Penny Loafers [13] ($471). This Frame Ritz Hat [14] ($148) is everything to finish it off.
The Chino
These Old Navy High-Waisted OGC Chino Pants [15] ($40) feel anything but meh when styled with a darling Old Navy Sweetheart Rib-Knit T-Shirt [16] ($14), punchy Themoir Bios Weaved Faux-Leather Clutch Bag [17] ($555), and silk moiré Dôen Daphne Mary Jane [18] ($268) flats.
The Blazer
Steer this Old Navy Crepe Suit Blazer [19] ($65) in an classically polished (and nautical!) direction by teaming it with the Old Navy Extra High-Waisted Pleated Taylor Wide-Leg Trouser Suit Pants [20] ($55) and Old Navy Vintage Striped T-Shirt [21] ($15). Top it off with Nike Air Force 1 '07 Black and Summit White [22] ($130) and a luxe Ashley Zhang Albert Chain With Dog Clip Clasp [23] ($2,225).
Links:
[1] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=559804022&rrec=true&mlink=5050,12413545,onproduct1_rr_1&clink=12413545#pdp-page-content
[2] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=537465062&cid=72091&pcid=72091&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop+Women%27s+Categories%3ATops&cpos=5&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D72091&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021311326450051891827&ccam=18583#pdp-page-content
[3] https://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/veja-venturi-runner-sneakers-item-15383077.aspx
[4] https://jenny-bird.com/collections/necklaces/products/rodin-chain-gold
[5] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=529921042&cid=20408&pcid=20408&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop%20Women%27s%20Categories%3ASweaters%20&cpos=21&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D20408&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021311365943788255538#pdp-page-content
[6] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=559375002&cid=72087&pcid=72087&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop+Women%27s+Categories%3AShirts+%26+Blouses+&cpos=2&cexp=2926&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D72087&cvar=26331&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021310160506059956041&ccam=18594#pdp-page-content
[7] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=410839002&cid=85729&pcid=85729&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop%20Women%27s%20Categories%3AJeans%20&cpos=197&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D85729&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021312824038115713763#pdp-page-content
[8] https://www.monicavinader.com/us/gift-sets/groove-small-pearl-huggie-earrings-set?set_country=US¤cy=USD&noredirect&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=pmax_new_na_us&campaignid=15985350678&accountid=5679296477&gclid=CjwKCAiA3KefBhByEiwAi2LDHCYzUa_gvHHs1KAq69-YzKmKdjycwA8FZKIT-LjXYxZTLdWjz0yQCRoC7p8QAvD_BwE
[9] https://www.keds.com/en/champion-feat.-organic-cotton-sneaker/47924W.html?dwvar_47924W_color=WF64811&ref=Women%27s%20Champion%20Originals%20Sneaker#q=Women
[10] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=529921032&rrec=true&mlink=5050,12413545,onproduct1_rr_1&clink=12413545#pdp-page-content
[11] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=530018062&cid=20408&pcid=20408&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop+Women%27s+Categories%3ASweaters+&cpos=1&cexp=2926&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D20408&cvar=26331&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021310604468149880165&ccam=18894#pdp-page-content
[12] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=543045002&cid=3008611&pcid=3008611&vid=1&cpos=1&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D3008611&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021312120405509658346&ccam=18729#pdp-page-content
[13] https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/dries-van-noten-leather-penny-loafers-2343537.html
[14] https://frame-store.com/products/ritz-hat-cream
[15] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=792006112&rrec=true&mlink=5001,1,product_onproduct1_rr_2&clink=1#pdp-page-content
[16] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=611676032&cid=72091&pcid=72091&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop%20Women%27s%20Categories%3ATops&cpos=22&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D72091&cvar=16846&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021312215227853141365#pdp-page-content
[17] https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/themoire-bios-weaved-faux-leather-clutch-bag-prod254560278
[18] https://shopdoen.com/products/daphne-mary-jane-mauve-moire
[19] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=567186012&rrec=true&mlink=5050%2C12413545%2Conproduct1_rr_3&clink=12413545&vid=1#pdp-page-content
[20] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=559804012&rrec=true&mlink=5050,12413545,onproduct1_rr_1&clink=12413545#pdp-page-content
[21] https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=537387002&cid=1035712&pcid=1035712&vid=1&nav=meganav%3AWomen%3AShop%20Women%27s%20Categories%3AT-shirts&cpos=2&cexp=2223&kcid=CategoryIDs%3D1035712&ctype=Listing&cpid=res23021312352255589027076&ccam=18838#pdp-page-content
[22] https://www.nike.com/launch/t/womens-air-force-1-07-black-and-summit-white
[23] https://ashleyzhangjewelry.com/products/albert-chain-with-dog-clip-clasp
