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Black Turtleneck - Cost of a Classic

Filed under: Clothing, Must Haves

black turtleneckWe don't know about you, but for us, money is a little tight these days. And there are plenty of places we're willing to cut back -- we're going out to fancy dinners a little less, and we're not buying every new trend that comes along. However, we want to continue building our wardrobe, even if it is happening a little more slowly. And to do that, we need to invest in classic pieces.

This week, we're taking a look at the black turtleneck. It's been a wardrobe staple for centuries, but became iconic when Audrey Hepburn put it on and the fashion world fell in love.

The Black Turtleneck - A True Classic

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  • Turtleneck Sweater, $19 at Spiegel
  • Featherweight Button-collar Sweater, $44.99 at Gap
  • Hinge Funnel Neck Top, $38 at Nordstrom
  • Kathryn Turtleneck Top, $13.80 at Forever21
  • Cowlneck Sweater Dress, $110 at Banana Republic

Ideally, we'd like for you to invest in a high quality black turtleneck -- spend a little now, and you can count on wearing this every winter for years and years. Your cost per wear will be low, low, low. Check out the gallery to see a few variations of the classic at several different price points. Then, go get your own!

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