The white shirt is a must-have in a capsule wardrobe.
A white shirt is effortlessly chic. There’s nothing so simple yet so chic. You can wear it a...
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Why sustainable fashion matters
by Charline Catteeuw
“Is it really democratic to buy a t-shirt for $5, a pair of jeans for $20? Or are they [fast fashion brands] taking us for a ride? Because they are...
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Founder Fred's relationship with denim
by Charline Catteeuw
A girl's relationship with her favourite jeans is a serious one. For Fred, the higher the waist, the better - Her mantra when it comes to wearing d...
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Self-love series I: Confidence
by Charline Catteeuw
An exploration of self-love, and all that comes with it.
Everyone’s definition of confidence is different. But where does confidence come from?
I...
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Jeans that fit are jeans that last
by Charline Catteeuw
As continually consuming beings, we are conditioned to believe that we need to follow the “latest high-street trends” in order to stay in the know ...
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The Wild One Jeans. Dare to be one of a kind?
by Frédérique Lessard
The Denim Basic You Will Be Wearing in 2019
Dare to be one of a kind?
Get out there with these open leg flare jeans. High waisted and fitted arou...
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SAFE HOME: BASICS FOR SELF-LOVE
by Ari lesbasics
Hi, I am Fred, owner, and designer at LES.BASICS, Since I am in self-isolation as well as the rest of the world, I decided to take that time to p...
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Keeping a capsule wardrobe when you travel a lot
by Charline Catteeuw
When you’re on the road a lot, the daily decisions to make can quickly become overwhelming. What to wear and how to pack shouldn’t add to that list.
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Become more conscious in the new year
by Charline Catteeuw
The new year is all about breaking old habits and reactions and making new resolutions for a happier, healthier life. In times where we tend to be ...
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Do you, and only you
by Charline Catteeuw
Oscar Wilde once said (with his usual wit) “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” And it seems like we hear the statement “just be yourself” coming from every corner, so much it leaves us wondering what in the world that even means.
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How what we wear empowers us
by Charline Catteeuw
Fashion is so much more than just clothing. The power of it is real, and we’re giving you our top keys to amp up your confidence and empower yourself through what you wear.
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Basics for all seasons
by Charline Catteeuw
Transitioning your wardrobe in between seasons can cause quite a few style conundrums - When the weather is both warm and chilly within the same ...