It’s time for another installment of Style Remix,where we show you how to get the most wear out of your wardrobe. Today, we’re featuring, well, pretty much every college girl’s style staples: skinny jeans and t-shirts. 

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Building a Jeans and Tee Wardrobe

Not all skinnies and tees are created equal. We all have different styles that flatter us best, of course, so you’ll want to experiment until you find the right ones, then buy multiples. There are, however, a few universal points worth noting if you want to get the most for your money.

1. Dark wash jeans in skinny or straight-leg cuts are the most versatile and most universally flattering for today’s trends and styles. If you only have one pair of jeans, it should be these! Avoid distressing, fading, or embellishments if you’re looking for a staple. And remember: buying slightly more expensive, higher-quality jeans saves you money in the long run. (Remember cost-per-wear?)
2. The most important part of a t-shirt is the cut. A high-quality tee should be simple, slim, and  figure-flattering, with a neckline that is comfortable for you. An easy way to look for quality: check the seams before you buy.If the shirt fits you well, lies flat, and folds evenly, all the seams are finished inside, and there are no unraveled bits, you’re likely looking at a good investment.

Getting the Most for Your Money

Today’s Style Remix looks at how you can re-wear your tees in unexpected ways. Typically, white tees are seen as more casual, black tees are more edgy or glam, and grey tees are more blah — butour focus today is to break those sterotypes! By using your staple pieces in unexpected or novel ways, you can expand the life and variation of what you already own. Now you’re innovative and your wallet is happy.