10 Years Later, These Looks From Toteme's Creative Director Are Still So Chic

If you were to ask me who has been a consistent style muse for me since I started working in fashion (beyond the Olsen twins, of course), it would be Toteme's co-founder and creative director, Elin Kling. If I could only wear one brand for the rest of my life, it would be Toteme, and I declared as much some years ago. When it comes to Kling's personal style, it dawned on me that I still reference just about all of her looks from a decade ago up until today. That's impressive in my book, to say the least.

Below, I take you through some of my favorite ensembles from Kling that date back 10 years or more. How does she do it? It's all thanks to her continued commitment to elevated basics like tailored black blazers, classic jeans, simple shoes, and other genuinely timeless pieces. Keep scrolling to see seven incredibly chic outfits from Kling's stylish archive that you can wear now and for many years to come. Seriously, these look like they could have been shot yesterday.

Kling poses in a black bell-sleeve top, a simple leather shoulder bag, cropped slim-straight jeans, and neutral pointed-toe heels. I could 100% adopt this as a uniform this season.

This goes with everything.

Seriously, this looks designer.

A Nordstrom shopper favorite.

Perfect for getting Kling's look above.

Here's Kling on the streets of NYC in a tailored black blazer, a simple red scarf, a white T-shirt, a classic black bag, and dark-wash jeans. I distinctly remember seeing this look for the first time and saving it to my desktop.

Easy and versatile.

For a chic added touch.

This comes in three great colors.

Timeless.

Did I mention I love dark-wash jeans?

Kling was spotted in an elegant plissé top, classic jeans, and black suede slingback pumps. You could easily add a chic coat or jacket for the cooler months.

Dinner party ready.

Madewell always has a great denim selection.

These come in a plethora of colors.

Kling goes all black with a simple boatneck top, sleek black pants, an easy clutch bag, and strappy black heeled sandals. This is a great look for elevated occasions.

The neckline makes the top.

A true gem.

These are on sale and oh so good.

To wear with everything in your closet.

Here's another great street style shot of Kling in a cuffed black shirt, straight-leg jeans, and black suede pumps. You can add one of the aforementioned black bags to this look as well.

Quite reminiscent of Kling's top above.

There's nothing like a cool pair of jeans.

How are these $35?

Kling was captured in a rare moment wearing a printed piece. Complete the look with a tailored black double-breasted blazer, a chain-handle bag, and low-rise jeans.

Just look at that tailored fit.

Into this color scheme.

Another great on-sale option.

Obsessed with these jeans.

Here's Kling during yet another fashion week in a short-sleeve black blazer, classic ankle-length jeans, and Chanel cap-toe slingback heels. This look is so simple yet polished.

This can easily be worn alone or open and layered.

Just the right length.

Under $100? Yes, please.

A chic basic.

This coat is always selling out.

To wear forever.

Love the ankle-zip detail.

Simple yet chic.

Statement trench indeed.

A head-turner.

This is a great layering piece.

I'd wear this with everything from jeans to leggings.

Classic, elevated flats.

I could live in this blazer.

This dress is so sleek.

Investment-worthy black jeans.

The drape!

from Who What Wear