The 5 Pieces Every Woman Over 35 Should Have in Her Wardrobe

You don't need more clothes. You need the right clothes. After 35, most women have figured out what they like, the problem is finding pieces that actually reflect that.

Here are the five that do the heavy lifting, every single time.

THE 5 PIECES

• A midi dress that works anywhere. The kind you can wear to brunch, a work meeting, or a weekend wedding with nothing more than a shoe swap. Look for a relaxed fit, a flattering length, and a colour that feels like you.
  
• A well-cut blouse. Not a shirt. A blouse, something with a little detail, a little drape. Tucked into trousers for the office, left loose over jeans on Sunday. One piece, twice the wardrobe.
• Wide-leg trousers in a neutral. Sand, ivory, warm grey. These go with everything and make every outfit look intentional. The secret to looking put-together without trying.
• A layer you actually want to reach for. A cardigan, a kimono, a linen jacket. Not the one you grab because you're cold, the one you put on because it finishes the look.
• One statement piece. Something that's just yours. A print, a colour, a silhouette that makes you feel exactly like yourself. Every wardrobe needs one thing that isn't practical.

At By Willa, every piece is chosen with this list in mind. Shop the collection and find the ones that are yours.