Trends // 20 Must Have Spring Essentials
The temperatures are slowly rising, which means it’s time to vamp up your wardrobe. Out with the heavy overcoats and layering, in with pastel colors and light clothing. So, what must you add to your closet to perfect your spring look?
#1. Floral Prints
Floral is one of the hottest prints out this spring. Floral dresses, tops, shirts, shorts, accessories.. floral everything! This is such an easy trend to rock and all of your favorite stores are sure to be carrying it.
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#2. Lightweight Scarves
We’ve been bundling up all winter long. Now instead of worrying about keeping ourselves warm, we can worry more about our styles. Lightweight scarves are perfect spring accessories. With so many different ways to wear them, you can add one to pretty much every spring outfit you own.
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#3. A Cute Umbrella
We may not have to worry about cold weather anymore, but we do have to be ready for April showers! While you’re out shopping for new pieces for your spring wardrobe, be sure to pick up a cute umbrella. Umbrellas are always in style, but this year you’ll be able to find all kind of adorable prints to fit your style exactly.
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#4. Sandals, Sandals, Sandals!
Now that it’s springtime, we can pull our sandals back out. Some fashionistas have been waiting all winter just for this. There are tons of different styles of sandals to choose from. Be sure to get a pair that you’ll be able to pull off with a couple of your favorite outfits.
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#5. A Lightweight Jacket
Even though the coldest days are over, we can still expect a few chilly days. A lightweight jacket will be perfect for these days. If you want to make a real statement, find a bold, neon lightweight jacket to really stand out.
#6. An Over-the-Shoulder Bag
Every stylista has to have something to carry all of her valuables in. An over the shoulder bag is a perfect bag for springtime. They have enough room to hold all of your stuff and are easy to carry when you’re juggling other things. These bags are ideal for girls on the go.
#7. Sunglasses
The sun is shining brightly again which means you’ll probably be spending a lot more time outside! This means you’re going to need a great pair of shades to stay stylish and keep the sun out. Whether you go cat eye, aviator, or just bold and big, all of these looks signify spring and warmer weather! For more advice on the cutest sunglasses, check out CK’s Accessories Report.
#8. The Maxi Dress/Skirt
The maxi dresses and skirts are back and are definitely a spring must have. Either can be easily dressed up or casually worn. They both are an easy go to when you can’t decide what to wear. Bright colors or pastels will really bring out the spring look.
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#9. Wedges
Most of us have been waiting all summer to break out our open-toed wedges and now we finally can. Pair your favorite wedges with jeans, a dress, a skirt, or even shorts and you’ll automatically have a spring feel to your outfit!
#10. Pastel Nail Colors
Now that we can break our open-toed shoes back out of the closet, we’ve got to have the perfect pedicures! Pastel colors are a big hit this spring. Grab a pastel nail polish and even your feet will be in spring style!
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#11. Short Shorts
Since the temperatures are really warming up, one of our favorite fashion styles is coming back. Short shorts are a total do this springtime. Although some days it won’t be warm enough to pull them off, if you jump ahead and get some now, you’ll be ready for summer.
#12. Colored Jeans
They’re back!! Colored jeans are back and ready for spring. With all kinds of bright, bold colors and designers, you are sure to find a pair to fit your style and go with your wardrobe. Check out CocoKouture’s article about colored denim <A HREF=”http://www.cocokouture.com/trends/fotw/fad-week-colored-denim-jeans”>here</A>! This spring, graphic design jeans are even in. Don’t forget to grab a pair!
#13. Lace.
Lace has been in style for a while now, and it’s not going anywhere. This spring, grab a lace tank, shorts, or skirt for an elegant spring look. Try going with lighter colors of lace to really give off the spring vibe.
#14. Skinny Belts
We’re breaking out the shorts and tank tops again. Time to break out the skinny belts as well! Skinny belts are a fun spring accessory to wear around your waist with a loose tank or to pair with your favorite shorts.
#15. Silk Blouses
Higher temperatures mean we’ve got to focus on keeping cool. A silk blouse will do just that. Since silk blouses are rather dressy, you can wear them during interviews and meetings, and they will still keep you feeling cool even though you’re dressed up! Silk blouses are everywhere this Spring. Not sure where to go?
#16. Neutral-colored Leather
Mostly likely when you go out at night, you’re still going to need to bring a jacket to throw over your shoulders. Try a neutral leather jacket! Not so sure what that is? A neutral leather jacket is a leather jacket in a nude color. These jackets will really dress up the springtime looks and still keep you from being chilly.
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#17. White Skinny Jeans
The temperatures are rising and that means it’s time to break out your white wardrobe! White skinnies are really in style this spring. They can easily be dressed up or down depending on where you are headed for the day. Pair them with your favorite sandals for the ultimate spring look.
#18. Fringe
Nothing says warmer weather this year better than the fringe trend. Fringe t-shirts and tank tops are making their statement this year. Try pairing a fringe tank top with your favorite pair of shorts. Another spring must have!
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#19. Sequins
Sequins are really always in style, but now that it’s spring, you can really show them off. If you’re looking for a springtime look that you can wear out at night, keep sequins in mind! A bold solid colored sequin dress would be perfect for spring!
#20. High-waisted Shorts, Pants, & Skirts
One of my favorite styles that hasn’t died just yet! Highwaisted pants, shorts, and skirts are all a perfect springtime look. Pair them with a loose blouse to dress them up or a graphic tee to dress them down.
These spring must haves are sure to vamp up your spring wardrobes. Be on the lookout for them when you’re out shopping. Happy Spring!
