Spring Wardrobe Essentials

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Winter is coming to an end, and we are finally getting warmer weather. As we transition into a new season, many people feel the urge to change their entire wardrobe or style. To avoid this, focus on building a timeless wardrobe by slowly incorporating new pieces instead of making drastic changes every season.

A versatile wardrobe should include pieces that work for different occasions and pair well with various materials and colors. They should also be functional. To start, consider sticking to neutral colors like navy, beige, olive, white, and blue, as they are easier to mix and match into outfits.

From left to right: Drake’s, The Real McCoy’s, Mackintosh, Velasca

Let’s start with jackets. I think everyone should have a sports coat. Since we're talking about essentials, get it in a basic color first. I would start with navy because it goes well with almost everything, but you can also go for beige or grey(herringbone).

You should also have a jacket that will protect you on rainy days. If your wardrobe is a bit smarter, go for a mac coat, probably in tan or beige. If navy fits your color palette better, you can choose that instead. If you dress more casually, a waxed jacket could be a good alternative. Olive, navy, or brown are the most versatile colors.

A denim jacket is another item that should be in everyone’s closet. It can be a Type 1, 2, or 3 if you dress more casually. But if you want to look a bit more elegant, a denim chore coat is a great option.

And lastly, a green army jacket or overshirt. It is a perfect choice for days when you want to look very casual. It goes with almost everything but works best with a chambray or denim shirt and white jeans or chinos. You can even wear it with nicer shirts in lighter colors and tailored trousers.

From left to right: Rubato, Fortela, Colhays

Moving on to sweaters. You can still wear your winter sweaters that aren’t too thick and warm. I think the most versatile and basic colors for sweaters will always be cream, grey, and navy. In spring, cardigans can be very practical because you can just unbutton them when you get too warm. Knitted polos or rugby shirts are also a great option because you can open up a button or two to let your neck breathe a little more if you need it.

From left to right: Blugiallo, Fullcount, Merz b. Schwanen

When it gets warmer, most people start with a shirt or a t-shirt as their base layer. A good-quality white t-shirt is a must for every closet - my guide to the Best Quality White T-Shirts. The second choice for a relaxed approach is a chambray shirt. For smarter looks, a nice white or white-striped shirt should do the trick, but you can easily dress it down as well if you want to wear it with an army shirt or denim jacket.

From left to right: Warehouse & Co, Berg & Berg, Buzz Rickson’s

With trousers, not much will change from winter, it's mostly about switching from darker to lighter colors and thinner fabrics. A nice blue wash and ecru denim should be staples in every wardrobe. They go with almost everything. For non-denim options, you can go with grey or navy trousers for dressier looks or khaki chinos for more casual days.

From left to right: Alden, Paraboot, Asahi

And lastly, let’s talk about footwear. If you want to cover everything, three styles could be enough: a pair of shoes in brown suede, another pair in black leather and a pair of canvas sneakers. That’s all you need to start and you’ll have the whole season covered, from cold rainy days to warm sunny days and everything in between. I would go with brown suede loafers, black leather derbies, and white canvas deck sneakers.

When building a timeless wardrobe, you'll see that you don't need that many items to create outfits that work for all seasons. You’ll need to switch up some essential seasonal items because of temperature changes, but the basics should remain the same year-round. You just have to figure out which colors suit you best and then combine them in styles that fit your body type.

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