The Complete Women's Wardrobe

A woman's wardrobe requires a variety of clothing items for both casual and formal events. A pair of dressy pants   and a blouse may be needed on Monday for a job interview, while Tuesday may require sweatpants   and sneakers for a run in the park with Rover. Social events also require a wide range of clothing items, with casual parties requiring jeans   and a tank top   and more formal encounters calling for a little black cocktail dress .  Only the most formal of occasions, such as weddings, call for the luxurious evening gown. A variety of undergarments is necessary for the modern woman's wardrobe, as tank tops will require strapless bras   and activewear will require sports bras .  Is it any wonder why women need large closets? Dressing options from head to toe, from 90 degree days in Atlanta to 19 below in Anchorage, this is the resource for any specific clothing item a girl may need.

Bottoms

Jeans  

  • A perennial fashion staple the jean is constantly changing shape and style.
  • Visit the Women's Jeans article for more information.

Casual Pants  

  • Wether your a stay-at-home mom or working in a casual career, you'll need well fitting pants.
  • Check out the Work Casual page for outfit ideas.

Dressy Pants  

  • Many career gals find pants   easier to work in than skirts . 
  • A great pair of black pants can go from work to a cocktail party.

Long Skirts  

  • Long skirts hide a multitude of sins.
  • Easy to pair with flats for a comfortable outfit.

Mini Skirts  

  • For the young and daring.
  • How short will you go?
  • In cooler weather pair with tights or leggings.

Tops

Shirts  

  • Try laundering your shirt and then ironing. Avoid dry cleaning to make them last longer.
  • Make sure the sleeve length is correct (covering wrist and barely touching hand).

Blouses  

  • A feminie blouse can soften a stiff looking business suit.
  • Invest in a pretty camisole to wear under shear blouses.
  • Read the Women's Tops guide for the lowdown on shirts, blouses and tees.

Tee Shirts  

Sweaters  

Dresses

Casual Dresses  

  • Sometimes there's nothing easier than slipping on a dress and a pair of sandals   and heading out the door.
  • Dresses can be used as swimsuit coverups . 

Cocktail Dresses  

  • When the invite says dress festive or cocktail attire, it's always safe to pull a favorite dress out of your closet.
  • Be sure to bring the dess when buying undergarments   and hose to make sure all the pieces work together.

Formal Dresses  

  • Weddings, formal parties and gala event often require women to step it up and opt for a full length dress.

Career Dresses  

  • Pair a sleeveless sheath dress   with a jacket for a conservative office.
  • Dresses are often more convenient than skirts--fewer pieces to coordinate.

Activewear

Tank Tops  

  • Very versatile items.
  • Can go to the gym ,  to the park, layered under sweater can keep you warm in winter.

Jackets  

  • Fleece jackets   are easy to wash and cozy in the winter.
  • Windbreakers   (nylon or other wind breaking fabric) are great layering piece to bring on a trip.
  • Read the Ski Jacket guide if you need a sport specific jacket for the slopes.

Sweatpants  

  • Depending on the brand, lounge pants can take you shopping or to the gym.
  • Comfortable and possibly stylish . 

Turtlenecks  

  • Cotton turtlenecks are a great layering piece for cool weather.

Loungewear & Intimates

Pajamas  

  • Can be sexy or sweet depending on the fabric.
  • Flannel   is cozy on winter nights.
  • Silk   is sexy for romantic rendezvous.
  • Read the Women's Sleepwear article for more nighttime options.

Robes  

  • Terry robes   are perfect after stepping out of the shower.
  • Silk   and satin robes make a pretty cover up.

Panties  

Bras

Outerwear

Blazers  

  • Can be worn over jeans and shorts to dress up a weekend look.
  • Perfect for the office and business meetings.
  • Read the Women's Blazers article for more ideas.

Jackets  

  • When you need something warmer than a blazer look for a jacket.
  • Usually lined.
  • Make sure to wear a bulky sweater when trying these on to make sure there's enough room.

Raincoats  

  • A little rain is inevitable. Be prepared to cover up your work dresses and suits with a water resistant layer.

Coats  

  • When the weather outside is frightful you'll want a toasty warm coat to shield you from wind, snow and hail.