This isn’t going to be the type of investment shopping story where I tell you to buy the perfect white t-shirt, black pants, and trench coat. You may need all of those things, and if that’s the case, there are plenty of resources on the internet that can get you there. But this is a tale of investment pieces that are less about looking like everyone else, and more about individuality. Pieces that few others have, worn so often that they become part of your signature curated, covetable wardrobe. When others see them, they think oh that’s so her. These are the pieces that feed your personal style, a more complicated dance than finding a universally flattering button-down.
While picking your forever pieces may feel daunting, there are certain guidelines to make it more palatable, starting with the categories where investing in something hand-crafted or joy-inducing makes both financial and frivolous sense. The below six categories are worth the investment.
