Your 20s are an exciting time, fashion-wise. Not only do you graduate from the sweatpants-and-slides combo you wore through college, but more importantly, you get to explore and find your true personal style as an adult. And that starts with identifying key items to build your wardrobe around.
While you may have an idea of a few items to test out pre-30, we’re arming you with seven must-have pieces some of our favorite (and chicest!) celebs can’t stop wearing to spark style inspiration.
Keep scrolling to check out the items 20-somethings are wearing now that you should 100% try, too. Plus, shop each piece as well!
The Tailored Coat — Kendall Jenner (Age 20)
On Jenner: Alessandra Rich Pinstriped Silk-Blend Jumpsuit ($1922); Sally LaPointe coat; Derek Lam scarf; Kenneth Cole Kam Sneakers ($50); Dior Technos Sunglasses ($540); Céline bag.
On Jenner: Maticevski Insinuation Turtleneck ($770), Salvage Pant ($860), and Astonishment Overcoat ($3120); Miu Miu Cap-Toe Slip-On Sneakers ($495); Céline sunglasses; Givenchy Lucrezia Bag ($1295).
On Jenner: Saint Laurent Classic Aviator Sunglasses ($120); Hermès Birkin Bag ($12500); Celine sneakers.
The Black Ankle Boots — Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (Age 28)
On Huntington-Whiteley: Isabel Marant Étoile Grey Slub Laura T-Shirt ($90); Chloé Technical Satin Bomber Jacket ($2850); Paige Denim Transcend Hoxton Jeans ($134); Giuseppe Zanotti boots; Saint Laurent Classic Sac de Jour Leather Tote ($3490); Stella McCartney sunglasses; Jennifer Meyer Bar Necklace ($2200); Anita Ko rings.
On Huntington-Whiteley: Paige Denim shirt; Dries Van Noten jacket; Paige Denim Verdugo Jeans ($211); Isabel Marant Nerys Velvet Boots ($684); Saint Laurent Monogram College Chain Tote Bag ($2550); Burberry sunglasses; Saint Laurent choker; Anita Ko rings.
On Huntington-Whiteley: Saint Laurent shirt and jacket; Paige Denim Transcend Hoxton Jeans ($134); Saint Laurent boots; Givenchy bag; Ray-Ban sunglasses; Anita Ko earrings, necklace, and rings.
The Miniskirt — Taylor Swift (Age 26)
On Swift: Rachel Pally Webber Top ($66); Kimchi Blue Flirt With Me Seamed Skirt ($49); Prada Suede Platform Ankle Boots ($589); Michael Kors bag; Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses ($150); Irene Neuwirth necklace.
On Swift: Design History sweater; Brandy Melville skirt; Ann Taylor Carly Leather Booties ($130); Elizabeth & James bag; Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses ($150).
On Swift: Brandy Melville skirt; Frye heels; J. Mendel bag.
The White Sneakers — Gigi Hadid (Age 20)
On Hadid: Donna Mizani Cropped Mock Top ($65); Diane von Furstenberg coat; Lucy Paris Skater Skirt ($65); Adidas Originals Superstar 2 Sneakers ($80); Sicky Eyewear S10 Sunglasses ($219); Diane von Furstenberg 440 Gallery Large Secret Agent Tote ($498).
On Hadid: Jonathan Simkhai Cutout Turtleneck ($335); T by Alexander Wang Gathered Ankle Track Pants ($129); Balmain jacket; Adidas Originals Superstar 2 Sneakers ($80); Proenza Schouler PS1 Perforated Leather Tiny Messenger Bag ($1595); Proenza Schouler Pins ($75).
On Hadid: Blue Life romper; Kenneth Cole Kam Sneaker ($43); Guess sunglasses.
The Cool LBD — Selena Gomez (Age 23)
On Gomez: Atea Oceanie dress; Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandals ($415).
On Gomez: Chanel dress; Louis Vuitton Trocadero Bag ($2880); Guiseppe Zanotti pumps.
On Gomez: David Koma dress; Dior Homme Composit 1.0 Sunglasses ($610); Jenni Kayne heels.
The Moto Jacket — Ashley Benson (Age 25)
On Benson: Balenciaga bag; Ullu iPhone case ($209).
On Benson: Givenchy bag.
On Benson: Givenchy Antigona Small Duffel ($2280); Converse Chuck Taylor Low Sneaker ($50).
The Off-the-Shoulder Silhouette — Olivia Palermo (Age 29)
On Palermo: Johanna Ortiz top; Frame Denim Le Skinny de Jeanne Mid-Rise Jeans ($200); Analeena bag; Dolce & Gabbana flats.
On Palermo: Marchesa dress; Aquazzura + Olivia Palermo heels.
On Palermo: Tibi Off-the-Shoulder Stretch-Crepe Top ($298) and Anson Stretch-Woven Flared Pants ($350); Bauble Bar Pisa Cuff ($44) and Occult Collar ($68).
What items do you like to wear in your 20s? Let us know in the comments below!
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