Seasonal Shift: Transitioning Your Wardrobe from Winter to Spring
A wardrobe that works overtime, wearing your favs into the new season.
Spring is just around the corner, YAY! I am over this German winter!
It's time to take advantage of the refreshing opportunity to transition your wardrobe for the new season. However, the shift from winter to spring can be tricky, especially in Germany, where one day it's warm and sunny, and the next it's back to cold winds and rain.
Here are some tips to navigate this seasonal transition with style:
1. Layer Smartly
Light layers are your best friend during this time of year. I am the queen of turtlenecks, lol. Try a turtleneck under a dress, a cardigan over a blouse, or a trench coat over everything. It lets you stay cute and adjust as temperatures change throughout the day.
2. Incorporate Spring Colors
Even if it's not warm enough for sundresses, you can start introducing softer, brighter colors into your wardrobe. Think pastel sweaters, floral scarves, and/or handbags in a lighter hue.
3. Mix Winter and Spring Staples
Pair a chunky knit sweater with a slip skirt, or wear your favorite boots with cropped jeans. This combination of textures keeps your outfits interesting while accommodating unpredictable weather.
4. Embrace Transitional Footwear
Swap heavy winter boots for ankle boots, loafers, or sneakers. These options are perfect for stepping into spring without sacrificing comfort or style.
As you start shifting your wardrobe, think about how you can carry your personal style into the new season. Which pieces from winter do you want to keep using? What fresh items can you introduce to spark Spring joy in your wardrobe?
Try This:
1. Keep versatile outerwear like trench coats and light parkas on hand for unpredictable weather.
2. Transition heavier knits to lighter fabrics, but layer creatively to stay warm on cooler days.
3. Incorporate seasonal accessories like floral scarves, lighter color handbags, or statement sunglasses.
4. Swap darker winter hues for softer spring tones like lilac, sage, or blush.
5. Transition your footwear by wearing ankle boots or loafers instead of heavy winter boots.
Question For You:
What's one piece in your wardrobe you can't wait to wear this spring, and how will you style it? For me, I’ve already worn it and styled it several times😜! My RL trench! It’s so chic and easy to style when I don’t want to think about it. Here’s how I styled it. Shop the link above, I’m wearing a size large.
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