Casual clothing is the glue that holds the rest of your fabulous wardrobe together so it's not boring, it's important. Take a look at our pick of the 50 most fabulous casual buys...
Casual clothing is the glue that holds the rest of your fabulous wardrobe together so it's important you have the best pieces out there.
Whether it's the weekend and you're basing your outfit around casual pieces like jeans and a sweatshirt, or at work pairing your leather midi skirt with a basic top, these are the style staples we rely on. That doesn't mean they have to be boring, on the contrary. Alongside your white shirts and grey t-shirts you need to keep things interesting with some stand-out prints or statement brights. If 'out there' details aren't your thing, try applique flowers or arty monochrome pieces which are bang on trend for SS14.
50 Casual Buys You'll Wear Again And Again
Whatever your style or price range, take a look at our Marie Claire edit of 50 casual buys you'll wear again and again...
Whistles Printed Leather Dungaree Dress, £695
Layer this Whistles dungaree dress with a crisp white shirt for a chic casual look.
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Topshop Premium Fluffy Check Sweat, £45
Cute with a pair of pale denim jeans and with more and a touch of Stella McCartney, we love this Topshop jumper.
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River Island Navy Wide-Leg Cropped Trousers, £32
Though these look suspiciously like culottes, the jaunty wide-leg look can be quite chic. Team with a white shirt and brogues for a fresh casual look.
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J.Crew Cotton-Jersey Sweatshirt, £80
Love sweatshirts but don't fancy a bold print or logo? This luxe J.Crew one will last forever. Team with boyfriend-fit jeans and some slip-on sneakers for a perfect casual look.
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Tomas Maier Color-Block Cashmere Sweater, £600
This Tomas Maier puts the colour in colour-block. It's sure to make the most casual pair of jeans stand out.
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Theory Striped Leather Top, £595
Who ever said t-shirts had to be jersey? Make a change with this leather striped Theory style.
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Monki Inana Dungarees, £35
Dungarees are the classic casual look. Team with a breton stripe top for a sensible look or work a crop top for a 90s feel.
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Topshop Knitted 3D Jumper, £38
We love the 3D detailing on this Topshop jumper. Very now, and it will make your pair of boyfriend jeans into a pretty fabulous outfit.
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ASOS Dialog Trainers, £22
Inject a little colour into a chic monochrome look with these stand-out orange ASOS flats.
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Chloe Floral Appliqued Cotton Tshirt, £425
3D applique flowers are big this season. Get involved and jazz up your jersey drawer in the process with this Chloe t-shirt.
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Whistles Sheepskin Gilet, £495
This Whistles gilet will come in handy time and time again, especially in those in-between seasons.
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Warehouse Blurred Lily Print Top, £45
We're loving this seasons mixture of florals and sportswear. Try it out for only £45 with this Warehouse sweatshirt.
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Joseph Techno Taffeta Zero Coat, £415
Not only does this Joseph coat tick the monochrome trend box but it is a classic enough style to last for seasons to come.
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No21 Polka Dot Cotton And Lace Shirt, £295
Unsure about short-sleeved shirt? This cute detailed No21 piece would be cute under a sweater.
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New Balance WI574, £64.99
We know, we know... New Balance, original huh? But they are fabulously comfortable, and we love this sports luxe pink and grey combo.
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Miss Selfridge Silver Leather Tshirt, £85
Can't be bothered to think futher than the t-shirt drawer? Just make sure it's a fabulous t-shirt like this silver leather one from Miss Selfridge.
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Chloe Stripe Silk Trousers, £690
These striped Chloe trousers have an old-fashioned elegant feel. Team with a t-shirt and some brogues or penny loafers, or some fabulous trainers to mix things up a bit.
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Topshop Boutique Textured Wool Mens Trousers, £80
We can't get enough of these Topshop trousers. We're thinking with a breton striped top or a mustard yellow jumper and brogues, what do you think?
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H&M Jersey Top, £14.99
If you're not sure about this season's crop top trend, play it safe one with this Breton-striped H&M one.
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Topshop Knitted Rib Texture Jumper, £38
We're loving red this spring. If you're not sure, try this chunky Topshop knit and see how you like it.
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Joseph Cashair Lurex Tee, £165
A cashmere t-shirt it the epitome of luxury. Perfect to brighten up those days where you don't want to get out of bed.
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Christopher Kane Grid Floral Sweatshirt, £280
Make a serious statement in this 3D-look Christopher Kane sweatshirt.
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Topshop Unique Raffia Stripe Sweat, £150
We love this artily striped Topshop sweatshirt. Perfect with jeans or a pastel midi skirt.
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Whistles Stretch Leather Jean, £495
Bored of your jeans and sweater looks? Mix it up with these Whistles leather trousers.
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Office Uphill Desert Boot, £55
These Office desert boots add a welcome twist to the classic style. Out with the sand and in with the leopard print...
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L.K.Bennett Daytona Cotton Cucoon Coat, £345
A black coat will not cheer up your morning. This orange L.K.Bennett one will. Need we say more?
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Kenzo Logo-Print Cropped Tshirt, £90
Trial the crop top trend in this classic Kenzo logo t-shirt.
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Hobbs NW3 Boyfriend Jean, £79
Still a fan of skinnies? Get on board with boyfriend fit jeans like this Hobbs pair. They're more comfortable and more versatile too.
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H&M Crepe Coat, £49.99
This subtly striped H&M coat looks much more expensive than £50. Bargain.
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Christian Louboutin Intern Studded Flannel And Velvet Slippers, £595
Flats coming back was one of our favourite moments in the last few years. Slippers are still high on our list and these Christian Louboutin ones are just fantastic.
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Miss Selfridge Collarless Neon Zip Coat, £79
This Miss Selfridge coat is so much more than at first glance. We love the surprise colour pop zipper.
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Kenzo Printed Cotton Shirt Dress, £415
Shirt dresses are seriously useful. Just throw it on and you're good to go.
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Whistles Wrap Belted Coat, £495
A slouchy wrap coat will come in handy more than you'll ever know. They hide all manor of sins and look fabulous thrown over a simple jean and t-shirt outfit
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Acne Beta Sweatshirt, £150
Casual need not be boring. This Acne sweater is both cosy and a stand-out bright.
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Polka-Dot Suede Sneakers, £60
We were ready for some new All Stars and this polka dot design answered all our prayers.
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Current/Elliott The Stiletto Mid Rise Distressed Skinny Jeans, £265
Ripped jeans were everywhere at fashion week. This Current/Elliott pair nails the balance between trendy and messy.
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Office Kilter Slip On, £55
We loved our slip-on sneakers last year and we're due a new pair. These leopard print Office ones fit the bill.
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Richard Nicoll Stella Draped Printed Silk Dress, £420
This Richard Nicoll dress will be a go-to casual look all-year-round. Wear with statement sandals when it gets warmer or with tights and ankle boots now.
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Office Morrie Tassle, £90
We liked the chunky, cut-out boots last year but they suddenly were everywhere. This more unusual Topshop pair are seriously fabulous though.
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Whistles Harlow Varsity Bomber, £295
Whistles is one of our go-to stores for a good bomber. This pink one would be great thrown on with boyfriend jeans and a white t-shirt.
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Karen Millen Patchwork Skinny Jean, £99
This season, wear your denim with... lots of other colours of denim like these Karen Millen patchwork jeans.
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H&M Wide Coat, £69.99
Make a simple casual look stand out with this slouchy yellow H&M coat.
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3.1 Phillip Lim Two-Tone Silk Track Pants, £335
Finally, some track pants we wouldn't be embarrassed to leave the house in.
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Warehouse PU Panel Parker, £95
Cosy up in this Warehouse parker when the weather outside is frightful. And, the PU detailing is a nice touch.
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Jimmy Choo Watson Suede Loafers, £495
Don't fancy your penny loafers but trainers are too casual? How about these chic Jimmy Choo monk shoes.
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The Row Tori Paneled Poplin, Chambray And Voile, £840
This shirt from The Row is perfect for when you don't fancy your old Oxford shirt but it's not the occasion for brights.
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MSGM X Toilet Paper Lipstick-Print Sweatshirt, £278
And we thought we'd seen the most 'statement' statement sweaters possible, but this MSGM one proved us wrong.
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Hobbs NW3 Lola Bomber, £129
A bit over leather arms on your bomber? This ocre Hobbs one is a versatile choice.
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Hobbs Perry Top, £89
Go into spring looking fresh in this Hobbs sleeveless shirt.
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Office Kingly Crepe Slip On, £75
We love these versatile Office slip-ons. They make a nice change from brogues, and with a Marni feel at under £100 - what's not to love?
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