21 Fashion Essentials EVERY Girl Should Own Before She’s 21!

Shopping is every girl’s weakness. But no matter how much we shop, we can never seem to have anything to wear when it comes to dressing up for a party or just a day out with friends! Well, if you invest in your wardrobe smartly, you’ll never have that problem. Here’s a list of 21 fashion essentials every girl should have by the time she’s 21, these will ensure you look like a true fashionista with minimal effort, girls. Let’s see how many of these you own! 

1. Denim Jacket

No matter what the weather is, a denim jacket is an add-on that will always be in vogue! It can take any outfit from drab to fab in seconds. Need we say more? 

Recommends: Denim Jacket (Rs 1,799) 

2. An Everyday T-shirt Bra

A basic and comfortable bra that can be used for daily wear is an essential every girl must invest in. You might need those fancy lacy bras every once a while, but a bra that lets your breasts breathe is important! 

Recommends: Cotton Underwired T-Shirt Bra (Rs 749) 

3. Cute Sneakers

A pair of stylish and cute sneakers go a long way in making any outfit look cooler. Go grab one right now and put an end to your footwear dilemma forever! 

Recommends: Trainers With Glitter Detail (Rs 1,895) 

4. A Party Wear Kurta

Yes, you can wear kurtas to parties as well. For a semi-formal occasion that calls for Indian dressing, you definitely need a pretty kurta like this one! 

Recommends: Green Printed Kurta (Rs 1,299) 

5. Pencil Skirt

We love pencil skirts for reasons more than one. They can be worn to work, or even for a formal dinner or even to a party, and of course, they flatter every Indian woman’s curves like no other. Whether you want to pair a pencil skirt with crop tops or a tucked-in blouse, you can be sure you’ll look super chic. 

Recommends: Pencil Skirt (Rs 479) 

6. A Pretty Sundress

What better than a summery dress for some daytime prettiness? A printed, comfortable dress in a vibrant colour will add colour to any dull day!   

Recommends: Floral Off Shoulder Dress (Rs 1,599) 

7. A Tote That Goes With Everything!

Don’t we all need one? A big enough bag that fits all our daily essentials and goes with almost everything in our closet, is just perfect! The kind you can close your eyes and carry every day to work or play. 

Recommends: Forever New Wing Tote Bag (Rs 3,800) 

8. An Ethnic Skirt

Nothing makes a girl look and feel her desi best than a flowy ethnic skirt! Wear it with a well-fitted top and juttis and you’re ready to turn heads. It’s comfy fashion at it’s best! 

Recommends: Red Flared Cotton Skirt (Rs 1,890) 

9. A Cute Sling Bag

A cute sling bag that can fit all your essentials is very useful when you’re going out with friends. Get one like this studded bag and make a statement wherever you go!   

Recommends: Black Saddle Bag (Rs 1,375) 

10. Sassy Sunglasses

Beat the heat in style, ladies! Sunglasses are not only a fashion statement, but also essential for protecting your skin from the harmful sun rays. Do you know squinting in the sun can cause fine lines and crow’s feet? Well, that’s reason enough to invest in some fabulous sunnies today! 

Recommends: Forever New Sunglasses (Rs 2,200) 

11. A Wallet

Because you need something to carry all that cash in, right? Invest in a good quality wallet and you’re good to go, girl! 

Recommends: Embroidered Wallet (Rs 1,699) 

12. LBD

Every girl needs a black dress that always has her back! No matter what the occasion is, there’s no party or dinner you can’t wear that little black dress to. 

Recommends: Black Skater Dress (Rs 799) 

13. Embellished Flats

Embellished flats in a neutral colour will be your saviour in summers. When you want to let your feet breathe yet make a fashion statement, you can totally wear these! 

Recommends: Embellished Flats (Rs 1,000) 

14. Black Stilettos

Give a woman the right pair of shoes, and she’ll conquer the world! You truly need a pair of chic black stilettos in your closet. They have the power to bring any outfit to life! A colour like black will go with everything you already own! 

Recommends: Ankle Tie Sandals (Rs 1,899) 

15. Statement Necklace

A statement necklace can up your style game in seconds. Wear it with a basic white tee and jeans and add a stylish twist to your look!   

Recommends: Statement Necklace (Rs 699) 

16. White Tee

White tee and jeans are a classic combination. Every girl needs at least one white tee in her closet that fits her well. You can layer it up or wear it just as is and look so classy! 

Recommends: White Crew Neck Tee (Rs 445) 

17. A Traditional Saree

You might always want to raid your mom’s saree collection and there’s nothing wrong in doing that. But why not start making a saree collection of your own too? Start with investing in a simple saree in a pretty colour that you can wear for different types of occasions and trust us, you’ll love to own one! 

Recommends: Printed Saree With Contrast Border (Rs 1,636) 

18. Go-To Jeans

Doesn’t every girl need a pair of jeans that fit like second skin? Buy one from a trusted brand that fits you really well and makes you feel great. It will last you for years to come! 

Recommends: NEXT Skinny Jeans (Rs 2,712) 

19. A Flowy Skirt

For all those days when you want to ditch the one piece, you can amp up your glam game by wearing a flowy maxi skirt. This one with pleats won’t go out of style and will make for a great investment! 

Recommends: Maxi Skirt (Rs 1,399) 

20. A Stylised Top

You don’t always have to wear a dress to feel pretty and stylish, girls. Ditch those boring old tops and tees and wear a stylised top on such days! 

Recommends: Double Layered Top (Rs 1,390) 

21. That One Dupatta!

Because a bright, colourful dupatta that goes with almost all the kurtas you own, can pretty much solve every ethnic wear problem. A pretty dupatta adds colour to any outfit and makes it stand out! 

Recommends: Silk Dupatta (Rs 2,990) 

How many do you have?