11 Fashion Essentials That Became Trends With Staying Power Through the Year

A silky number like the I Dream For You's Venus Dress ($249) looks great with a pair of slippers.

Whether you shopped yours for a tonal color palette — enter Donni's Sweater Bralette ($74), Cropped Flare Sweatpants ($144), and Sweater ($119) trio — or it was more about the silhouette or texture for you, there's that one lounge set you'll always reach for when it comes time to Netflix and chill.

That one pair of jeans that actually feels comfortable with a graphic tee and high-tops for hanging at home? You know the ones. Try the ASOS Curve High-Rise Stretch Effortless Jeans ($38, originally $51) to get the right look.

Forget slides and ballet flats; we needed something more comfortable than that. Anything with a cozy lining and a sturdy sole that we can style on the street works here — just like these Porte & Paire Beige Shearling-Lined Felt Slippers ($240).

We collected candles made ethically all throughout 2020. This California-Made Scented Candle from P.F. Candle Co. ($20) is a fair price for a product that's 100-percent vegan and cruelty-free.

You know the sweatshirt you reach for when you catch a chill in the house, but also just want to wear to throw on with jeans for a walk around the block or a quick errand run? If it's anything like the Spirit Jersey If in Doubt Don't Go Out Sweatshirt ($118), it totally sends a message about your personality.

A pair of trusty, chunky dad sneakers, like this New Balance 720 Lifestyle ($65) pair, looks equally great with joggers and jeans.

Whether it's a headband or a vibrant beaded necklace, we piled on the accessories for Zoom calls. Conversation starters, like this BZ x Serendipitous Fruit Salad Necklace ($95), are enough to spread a little cheer when necessary.

In 2020, we reached for underwear that made us feel good because of its sensual fabric or beautiful color. It was less about the sexy details and more about comfort. It's no surprise that Zara launched lingerie in the midst of it all. We love the Zara Body Shaping Panties ($30) in particular.

Workout sets with a subtle sheen in a nude color palette, like the Aerie Offline Hip Gloss Super High-Waisted Legging ($45, originally $60) and matching Aerie Offline Shine Racerback Sports Bra ($26, originally $35) are exactly what we picture when we think of elevated athleisure that motivates us to stay active.

What started off as an essential earned a permanent spot in our wardrobe — as necessary as remembering our keys when we head out the door. We've found that face masks like Staud's Satin Mask Set ($95) allow us to get creative when it comes to matching outfits with outerwear.