12 Fun Spring Clothing Staples
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and spring is finally in the air. It’s a transitional season for fashion, and the best way to make a statement is to embrace the colors, patterns, and designs of spring rather than rush into your summer attire too quickly. Here’s a look at the items you need to stock your closet with this spring to bring your fashion A-game as the flowers bloom.
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Floral Socks
You can never have too many socks, so make sure your drawers are stocked with some seasonal pieces that are cute, flirty, and floral. Floral ankle socks are the perfect choice for warmer weather because they show off your bare legs and pair nicely with loafers, flats, and other seasonal footwear.
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2. Maxi Dresses
Spring fashion is all about prints, and florals make a beautiful pattern on any piece of clothing. With a floral maxi dress, you can still protect your legs from a cool breeze since the hemline falls just below the ankle. With a maxi dress, you can shed the multiple winter layers in favor of a light, airy design that can be paired with a cardigan for cooler spring evenings. These boho dresses are feminine and eye-catching, making them ideal for women who want to stand out from the crowd. For cooler spring days, pair with a casual cardigan.
3. Tie Dye
The tie dye trend is here to stay, so it’s time to embrace this psychedelic look and add a few pieces to your closet this spring. You can opt for a tie dye dress or a popular loungewear set with a tie dye sweatshirt and sweat shorts combination. All the clothes you’ll find in this style are soft, loose, and comfortable, so you can wear them out or lounge around the house in them.
4. Breezy Kimonos
Kimonos make the perfect lightweight cover up to keep the wind off your shoulders when a cool spring breeze blows. They’re stylish, available in a variety of colors, and instantly elevate a casual jeans and t-shirt outfit to something chicer. Pair your kimono with strappy sandals or nude loafers for the perfect springtime aesthetic.
5. Flowy Jumpsuits
A collection of rompers and jumpsuits is a must-have for your closet when the warmer weather rolls in. The beauty of these jumpsuits is that you can dress them up or tone them down based on the shoes and accessories you choose to pair them with. Flowy jumpsuits offer the same beautiful movements that a dress delivers but without the hassle of worrying that the wind is going to blow your skirts up at any second. For fun gatherings where you anticipate being active outdoors but still want to look fancy, a jumpsuit is a great choice.
6. Boho Clothing
The boho clothing style is loose, flowy, chic, and has some hippie appeal. With that comes the message of peace, oneness with nature, kindness, love, and holistic living. Bohemian style clothes are often associated with artists and activists. Incorporate a few of these pieces into your wardrobe this year to diversify your options. A casual boho t-shirt is easy to slip on with any pair of jeans and a knit cardigan for a trendy but simple spring look.
7. Bucket Hats
Bucket hats are trending this year, and they’re ideal for shielding you from the sun while making you look incredibly fashion-savvy. Bucket hats come in all colors and patterns and sometimes have frayed edges for a bohemian vibe. These hats are cool, relaxed, and comfortable, so add a few different colors to your closet and pair them with various outfits throughout the week.
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8. Oversized Sweatshirts
Spring fashion is all about casual, comfortable, and breathable clothing this year. That’s why having one or two oversized sweatshirts in your closet is essential for the season. Select a slouchy cotton blend sweater that you can easily pull over your outfit when the sun goes down and the night air becomes chilly.
9. A Neutral Tee
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the season’s glamorous fashion with vibrant colors, flowing fabrics, and busy patterns. But consider stocking your spring wardrobe with at least one high-quality plain cotton tee. It can be a crop top or a regular tee, but having a basic underlayer is a fantastic staple that makes mixing and matching your other clothing easier. You can pair a cropped tee with a midi skirt or wear it underneath a flashier kimono. Choosing a plain tee will make it the most diverse item in your closet.
10. High-Waisted Cotton Shorts
For hot days, let your legs experience the warm sun in a pair of shorts. Ditch the tight, uncomfortable denim shorts this year and replenish your wardrobe with 100% cotton shorts that let your body breathe in the heat. A high-waisted cut is flattering to all body types, and you can experiment with different colors to pair with your various tops and sweaters.
11. A Knit Cardigan
Adding a knit cardigan to your spring collection is essential, so you no longer have to be covered in goosebumps anytime the wind blows. With a knit cardigan, you can maintain the integrity of your outfit despite adding another layer. This is especially true if you purchase a cardigan in neutral tones like white, beige, cream, or brown. Large-size wooden buttons are an extra nice touch for a cardi specifically intended for spring use to complement the pastel and earth tones in your wardrobe.
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12. Springtime Scarves
You can dress up any spring outfit using a lightweight cotton scarf. They’re chic, beautiful, and automatically enhance your outfit. For this season, choose patterns that feature pale pastel colors like light blue, purple, or soft pink. While floral scarves are gorgeous, you can also look fabulous in a solid color scarf that acts as a simple addition to a bold springtime patterned blouse or tee.
Start Shopping for Spring
With so much diversity among spring fashion trends, there’s a look that will complement everyone’s style. If you’re committed to a flowy, bohemian aesthetic, you’ll have tons of fun shopping for floral dresses, skirts, and jumpsuits that make you look like an icon. Those with a more relaxed, casual sense of style will gravitate toward the tie dye loungewear trend and, when going out with friends, a bucket hat and cotton shorts will ensure you are up to date on all the latest spring fads.
