What’s more unstable than first-year relationships and the Wi-Fi in the basement of Bobst Library? Fashion trends. They’re constantly changing, and it’s easy to be deterred by the price tags of celebrity brands, knowing their styles could be old news by tomorrow. Sometimes, though, it’s about trusting that the style you splurge on will stand the test of time. Not all celebrity fashion brands are cashing in on their five seconds of fame; some are truly shaping the wardrobe essentials in all our closets. Whether you’re after everyday quiet luxury or bold statement pieces, these brands deliver designs built to last — at least through the end of your four years at NYU.
SKIMS | $$
Arguably the most popular of celebrity brands, SKIMS by Kim Kardashian has achieved a cult following for a reason. Crafted with buttery soft fabrics that effortlessly mold to your body shape, its shapewear is the type of staple that works both as a base layer under a cardigan for casual wear and as a sleek stand-alone piece for going out. Offering many pieces between $70 and $80 — from capri shapewear and sculpting bodysuits to zip-up hoodies and sleep sets — SKIMS’ selection is durable, versatile and makes you feel like your most confident self. That’s a win for the closet if you ask me.
drew house | $$
Although drew house by Justin Bieber leans into casual streetwear, its $90 hoodies with the signature drew smiley face have proven to be more than a passing trend. The heavyweight cotton of their hoodies, alongside their playful yet minimalistic designs, make them a comfy, statement-making staple that will last through countless study nights at Bobst, skate sessions in the park, plane rides home and more. Accessorize a $125 pair of baggy distressed jeans with a $55 corduroy bucket hat, and you have a full drew fit.
Guest In Residence | $$$
In case you didn’t know, Gigi Hadid has a line of wearable clouds, also known as cashmere sweaters. Guest In Residence, whose products are made with 100% cashmere, is the perfect investment for all kinds of timeless knitwear. Pieces like the $325 Pele Polo and $195 Sweater Tee are fitting and endlessly cozy — sweaters for any and every occasion. While Guest In Residence pieces are expensive, the luxurious feel of their high-quality fabrics make it worth the investment.
Golf Wang | $$$
Golf Wang’s bold, vibrant pieces might not scream timeless in the traditional sense, but then again, not all wardrobe staples need be plain. Who’s to say we don’t all need a standout gem — like this five-colored $140 mohair striped sweater designed by Tyler, the Creator — to wear with a pair of jeans every now and then? Pieces like $50 wool hats and this $140 reversible denim vest scream Tyler, and it’s no doubt that the fit and quality construction of Golf Wang’s coats and hoodies alone are worth making space for in any adventurous wardrobe.
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