7 Chic Pieces That I Swear Take My Spring Outfits From Subpar to Sophisticated

There's no better time than the beginning of a new season to give your wardrobe a stylish refresh. This spring is no exception. When getting ready in the morning, I have one main goal: to get ready with ease without sacrificing style. This year, I have found some key pieces that inject an elevated feel into the most basic of outfits. In fact, any time I incorporate one (or more) of these pieces into my look, I am guaranteed to get complimented—a very welcomed bonus.

To be clear, I always aim to curate a chic rotation of outfits that feel timeless and effortless all at once, but with the addition of standout options, the whole thing reaches the next level. This season, these come in the form of sleek slingback heels, elegant knits, classic belts, and more. Ahead, you can check out seven chic pieces I swear by for taking my spring outfits from subpar to sophisticated without any heavy lifting.

7 Chic Pieces You'll Need for a Sophisticated Spring Outfit, According to a Fashion Editor:

1. Neutral Cardigan

Fashion influencer Anouk Yve posing in a spring outfit with a gray sweater set, jeans, and loafers

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2. White Button-Down Shirt

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3. Trench Coat

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4. Black Slingback Heels

style influencer Felicia Akerstrom in a spring outfit with slingback heels, jeans, and white button-down shirt

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5. Versatile Belt

fashion influencer Marina Torres with a classic belt and jeans

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6. Black Trousers

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7. Suede Tote

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This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Jennifer Camp Forbes
Senior Shopping Editor

Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on Wholesale Replica Bag trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.