The essentials that are really worth buying in 2026 (according to fashion editors)

Trends define the season, but everyday essentials are the foundation of everything. These are some of the favorite pieces you should invest in according to the fashion insiders.

Every new year brings the same question: what is really worth investing in? Trends come and go at an ever-increasing pace, while micro-trends flood mood boards and social feeds. However, beyond the must-haves of the moment, creating a wardrobe based on essentials remains the smartest and most timeless choice.

If we focus on what really matters and select the seven key pieces that define 2026: durable, versatile clothing with that contemporary detail that makes everything look just right.

It doesn't matter how much we have, but that we invest in the right things. Let's get started.

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