How to Style Your Basics So They Look Like The Row (But Cost $390 or Less)

It really is unfortunate, but wearing only The Row simply isn’t possible for most people, myself included. Perhaps you can supply your closet with a piece or two—a pair of shoes, one handbag, a secondhand skirt, or a pair of timeless trousers—but an entire wardrobe isn’t feasible for the majority of consumers. Fortunately, great brands like this one aren’t just suppliers of clothing, shoes, and accessories. They also create their own aesthetic, making it possible to re-create that energy with other more affordable pieces. Since The Row is built around minimalism and great basics, you probably already own a lot of what you need to achieve the brand’s look with pieces in your closet. You just might need a few small add-ons and styling tips to get there.

To assist, I scoured Instagram and found some The Row-inspired easy outfits built around wardrobe staples like oversize tees, white jeans, and crisp button-downs for you to copy in 2025. Figure out how to wear them like an Olsen below, and while you’re at it, stock up on some of the best basics on the market right now. Your guide to looking like someone with a closet full of The Row pieces without stressing out your financial advisor is just a scroll away.

If you own a slip skirt and oversize tee, The Row it up by tying a fun-colored knit or shirt around your waist and adding a cool pair of knee-high stiletto boots. What makes it so interesting is the casual effortlessness of wearing a loose tee with an unexpected piece like a formal slip. Bonus points if your skirt has a lace trim à la The Row’s spring 2025 collection.

Anyone can wear a tank top or T-shirt with trousers, but it feels very The Row to layer these pieces on top of each other instead of wearing them on their own. A baggy tee could go underneath a loose dress, or a tank top can be topped by a long-sleeve tee. The options are endless, and the result is always cool.

Going the monochrome route is always going to look minimalist and elegant, especially when you throw in contrasting accessories. Think an oversize white cotton knit worn with baggy white jeans and accessorized with a bag, shoes, and a necklace in black.

A midi or maxi-length T-shirt dress can easily look boring or even a bit frumpy if it’s not styled well, but outfits like the one above prove that, with the right accessories, it can become extremely elevated and designer-facing. Keep it casual with flat sandals, and add a touch of cool with a unique cord necklace.

When in doubt, if you want to make an outfit cooler and more The Rowified, add a sporty jacket. It’s always unexpected and interesting, whether you style it with basic black trousers, silky skirts, or capri pants.

Plaid is everywhere right now, and The Row was one of the first brands to make it cool again. Of course, if you want to reimagine the brand’s energy with more affordable products, adding a plaid shirt is an easy win. Make it feel even cooler and more casual by tying a plaid shirt around your waist and combining it with a monochromatic ensemble, like a white tee, matching pants, and loafers.

Outfits don’t have to be complicated to be chic. Honestly, the easiest outfits are often the best ones. Here, the most classic combination of a white tee and jeans is made elevated and expensive looking with a long black coat.

One thing The Row loves to do is add in a pop of color—usually red. If your outfit’s erring on the side of blasé instead of intentional and unique, just add a touch of red, from flip-flops to a scarf to a pair of earrings.

Next time you’re planning to wear a suit, make it more fun by trading in your traditional white button-down shirt for a pastel-colored alternative, and make sure to let the sleeves peek out from under your blazer.

You might be prone to stains in this ensemble, but trust me—it’ll be worth it. I love the idea of slightly clashing by wearing different shades of white, from stark white to cream to even beige. It’s so rich looking and elegant, even if the outfit itself is pretty casual and laid-back.