Are you tired of completely changing your wardrobe every season?  Do you sadly push aside pieces that have become your favorites in favor of something more suitable for the upcoming time of year?  Or, are you the opposite, rushing out to buy the latest trends, just waiting for the weather to change so you can flaunt your updated style and fabulous new fashions? 

Regardless of how you feel about transitioning your closet into the next season, many of us are feeling the strain of the current economic conditions and are just unable to completely re-vamp our entire wardrobe two or more times a year.  With a bit of planning, it is possible to create a basic wardrobe that is suitable for the entire year with just a few modifications.

A white button-down oxford is a classic piece that can be worn all year.  Layer it under jackets for fall and winter, then roll up the sleeves or wear it over a feminine tank in warmer weather.

That flirty summer dress you loved all summer can go into fall when you pair it with a neutral color boot.  If the mornings and evenings are a bit too chilly, add a pashmina shawl in a complimentary color to keep your arms and shoulders warm.

Short sleeve tees and tanks are perfect paired with your capri pants or shorts all summer, but they also add a splash of color when layered with sweaters or jackets in the fall and winter.  An embellished V-neck is perfect for adding a bit of interest to a neutral suit.

The denim jacket in a feminine cut is a great piece all year.  Find a style that flatters your figure; wear it as outerwear in the spring and fall, to fight off the chill on those cooler summer nights, and us it as a fabulous layering piece when the weather turns cold.

Khaki twill trousers and perfectly fitting jeans can be worn all year when paired with a great top.  Many skirts, especially denim and twill in shorter lengths, are perfect worn bare-legged with sandals in the warmer seasons then with boots or opaque tights or leggings once it turns cooler.

No article about seasonless clothing would be complete without mentioning the little black dress.  Perfect for evening wear all year, a flattering knee-length black dress is always in fashion.  Add a splash of color with a trendy new handbag or shawl.

Keep in mind when choosing transitional or staple items to choose a fit, cut, and color that flatters you.  Basic does not have to be boring; a splash of color can make all the difference.

Once you have built a closet full of basics, add some trendy or season-specific pieces to round out your look.  Choosing a bamboo handled bag for summer or a necklace in the colors of the season can be the perfect finishing touch.  Just be creative and have fun because that is what fashion is all about.