As 2023 comes to a close, I’ve been thinking about where fashion is headed next year—from the major runway trends to the next big sneakers and more. I’ve also been reflecting on the year in fashion, including the state of luxury fashion, the buys that reached cult status, and the season-defining pieces that everyone was shopping for. All of this led me to think more closely about the year in shopping and the very best items that were really worth adding to your wardrobe.
My top picks include everything from the affordable sneakers that only seem to be gaining momentum to the pieces from under-the-radar It-girl brands that are suddenly everywhere to the investment buys that truly feel worthy of their price tags. Ahead are the best shopping items of 2023 that are so good they deserve a spot in your closet long beyond the end of the year.