27 Easy Yet Stylish Outfits Fashion People Rely On All Year Round

What is it about easy outfit ideas that makes them just so hard to come by? Perhaps it's when we get swayed by trends or simply have too many options in a bursting wardrobe to think clearly. (See our ways to clear out a wardrobe if you're really struggling on this point.) Either way, we all have those days when getting dressed is a chore. And right now calls for the easiest outfits to avoid a sweat-inducing panic before the day even begins. You know, the low-maintenance dresses that only require well-chosen shoes to be complete. Or the throw-on two-piece that is comfortable to wear and effortlessly versatile with an accessory switch. Although these pieces need little introduction, each season, there are new recipes for success when it comes to creating the perfect look. 

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So rather than getting in a tizzy, our team has decided to compile a list of easy outfit ideas for us to all reference in the future—and we'd very much like to share them with you. They are the foolproof looks that work without being too much of a challenge or causing morning hysteria.

The next time you're entirely bored of your wardrobe, just revisit the looks below and see what you've got to play with. Should your rails be lacking in a particular area and you'd like to remedy it, we've also found the perfect shopping options to re-create these influencer-approved outfits. Because we’re all about making your life easier. 

1. TWEED JACKET + FLARE JEANS

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Style Notes: Prim bouclé jackets are having a moment right now but fashion devotees will know they never really go out of style. Pair them with of-the-moment denim for a swift way to feel elevated. 

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2. STRIPED SHIRT + WIDE-LEG JEANS + BIRKENSTOCKS

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Style Notes: Relaxed shirts are a style staple, but if yours are beginning to feel fatigued, the addition of trending wide-leg denim will give them some pizzazz. 

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3. JUMPER + SLIP SKIRT

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Style Notes: This is the kind of trusty look you can pull out on any given day during any time of year and feel timeless in.

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4. RELAXED BLAZER + BLACK TROUSERS

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Style Notes: Is there any outfit that can’t be improved by the addition of an oversized blazer? We (we being Marilyn and me) think not. 

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5. TAILORED SET

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Style Notes: On days when comfort is your priority when leaving the house, reach for a loose-fit tailored co-ord. Minimal effort, maximum polish.

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6. COLOURFUL DRESS + MULES

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Style Notes: I know it's obvious, but sometimes the plainest and most understated outfits really are the best. Look for a dress that does the talking, then accessorise it however you want.

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7. BLAZER + STRIPED TROUSERS

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Style Notes: Look like you've put all the effort into styling your outfit by wearing printed trousers with a blazer. Unexpected and oh-so cool.

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8. RELAXED SHIRT + TAILORED TROUSERS

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Style Notes: On rushed mornings when you need to look smart, grab your nearest tailored trousers and style them with a simple button-down. Easy peasy.

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9. BODYCON MAXI DRESS + BOXY BLAZER

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Style Notes: Maxi dresses' floor-hitting length makes them an easy throw-on piece no matter the season. Pop a relaxed-fit blazer over the top for extra coverage or warmth.

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10. DOUBLE DENIM

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Style Notes: Denim on denim is often overlooked, but it's a year-round staple that requires little to no styling to look pulled-together. 

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11. SLOUCHY SUITING + TRAINERS

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Style Notes: Co-ords are the instant outfit you should never be without. I love the relaxed suiting that’s coming through as the two-piece to know.

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12.TUBE TOP + DENIM MAXI SKIRT

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Style Notes: Give your basics a Y2K overhaul with the addition of a floor-length denim skirt, like Rae.

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13. CARDIGAN + TAILORED TROUSERS

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Style Notes: This is especially effective when you need to get ready in a hurry. Throw on your favourite tailored trousers and add a plain black cardigan to pull the look together.

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14. BLACK TEE + LOOSE JEANS

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Style Notes: As you might've noticed, loose-fit denim is a big deal this season, and Lizzy shows just how easy it is to style with a simple black T-shirt. Just add a wool coat in the colder months.

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15. GREY HOODIE + LEGGINGS

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Style Notes: Sweatshirts are the cornerstone of every good downtime wardrobe. If you're in the mood to put comfort first, pull on some leggings to complete the cosy athleisure look.

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16. PRINTED DRESS + BOMBER JACKET

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Style Notes: Long check dresses always crop up on the ’gram. Wear yours with a bomber jacket like Anne-Victoire for a look with some edge.

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17. WHITE COTTON BLOUSE + BLACK JEANS

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Style Notes: For an evening out, there's no classier combination than a floaty white blouse and dark-wash jeans. Plus a read lip, of course.

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18. LEATHER BIKER + MINI SKIRT

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Style Notes: Rock that short hemline with a trending biker jacket and you'll feel your absolute coolest. You can't go wrong with a top-to-toe noir look.

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19. SIMPLE MIDI + HIGH-TOP TRAINERS

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Style Notes: I'm all about those easy outfit wins when it comes to dressing. I want to look cool and chic, and no look ticks those boxes quite like this one does.

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20. BRETON TOP + TRENCH COAT

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Style Notes: With a trench coat in the mix, you can put little effort into the rest of your outfit and rest assured that it will still look on point.

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21. BEIGE TONES + BLACK ACCESSORIES

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Style Notes: This season is already looking to be dominated by beige. Seek out every possible shade you can, wear them together and add a smattering of black leather accessories for a fashion-person finish. Done.

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22. CUT-OUT TOP + HIGH-WAISTED JEANS

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Style Notes: One of the quickest ways to update your look is with a fun cut-out top, and a bright red style is ideal for cocktail hour.

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23. WAISTCOAT + WIDE-LEG JEANS

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Style Notes: Chances are you have wide-leg jeans in your wardrobe, but do you ever wear them with a waistcoat? No? Let’s change that.

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24. DENIM JACKET + CHINOS

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Style Notes: Denim jackets are still all the rage this season. Make like Rachael Keegan, and elevate yours with chinos and fisherman sandals (with socks for now).

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25. SWEATSHIRT + TIERED SKIRT

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Style Notes: Jeannine knows how to create fresh-looking ensembles with the pieces she already has in her wardrobe, and this sweatshirt-skirt look is one we want to re-create immediately. 

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26. GILET + SKINNY JEANS

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Style Notes: Marissa Cox shows that a surefire way to give every outfit a cool edge is by layering. A longline gilet will be one of the hardest-working pieces in your wardrobe. Add a white tee underneath and skinny jeans for an instant win.

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27. RETRO MINI DRESS + SILK HEADSCARF

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Style Notes: It's the kind of timeless combination you could easily overlook, but you'll never be let down by a vintage-inspired dress and matching silk scarf. Make like Candice and opt for an uplifting palette.

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Next Up: 9 Anti-Trend Outfits Fashion People Will Wear on Repeat in 2024.

This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated. 

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Hannah Almassi
Editor in Chief

Hannah Almassi is the editor in chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was hired to launch a UK sister site and social channels, localise content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 15 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times and MatchesFashion.com, among many others.

Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy toddler and highly Instagrammable cat.