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If you’re anything like me, winter is your enemy. Dry skin, brittle hair, I don’t really see what there is to like about winter. This winter, most of the northern hemisphere was covered in snow. While sunny summer may be my favorite season, I always look forward to spring, as it provides a relief to the cruel winter cold. Spring is often thought of as a time of renewal, so it’s only fitting that we renew ourselves as well. Spring hasn’t sprung just yet, so we still have some time to get our wardrobe in order.

Every woman needs the basics: wardrobe essentials. These are the items that any good wardrobe is built around. These items are trend-proof, and work for many occasions. Buy quality items and treat them with care, because they’re in it for the long haul. These items include:

• White Dress Shirt
My favorite is the Brooks Brothers non-iron classic fit. Even when you dress it down, you’re still chic.

• Little Black Dress
Originally designed in the 1920’s by Coco Chanel. You decide how “little” you want your dress to be, but the idea is to have a dress versatile enough to take you from cocktail hour to the club, depending on the accessories.

• Trench Coat
Iconic. Will turn the average hood rat into Audrey Hepburn. Burberry is the standard. Buy in a classic khaki color.

• Black Dress Pants
Black is flattering on all figures and black goes with everything. Worn with a crease, they convey a chic, professional look.

• Pencil Skirt
Originally designed by Christian Dior in the late 1940’s, this skirt is sometimes referred to as an H-line skirt. Sexier than Dior’s A-line skirt, this works best with high heels.

• Day Dress
While the term “day dress” may be a bit dated, it provides a contrast to the Little Black Dress or an Evening Gown. The day dress can be worn to work and when accessorized appropriately, will take you into the evening as well. Diane von Fürstenberg’s wrap dress is a classic style that is flattering on all sizes.

• Cashmere Cardigan
Luxurious cashmere. This wool is soft and light yet provides the right amount of insulation to keep you cozy. Find one that complements the colors in your wardrobe and you can throw it on over anything. Keep it feminine though, you don’t want to wind up looking like Mr. Rogers, awesome as he was.

• Jeans
When it comes to jeans, find a dark wash with a straight leg. If you’re not wearing 7 For All Mankind, you’re losing. These jeans are experts at making an ass look fabulous.

•Black Blazer
You can dress this piece up or down. It may work with your A-Line skirt for work, or take your white t-shirt and jeans from sloppy to grown and sexy.

•Plain White T-shirt
It doesn’t get much more basic than this. Sure, you can grab a pack of these at your local drug store, but for a more put together look choose one in pima cotton. V-neck’s are more flattering on ladies with larger lady lumps.

These items are just the basics, once you’ve got these covered you can shift focus to unique pieces and accessories that express your individuality. Remember, don’t be afraid to splurge on these pieces because they’re the ones you’ll be coming back to, season after season, year after year.