I'm Officially in Spring Mode—These Are the Best New-Season Pieces I've Seen
Call me an optimist, but the appearance of blossom and blue skies has me well and truly in spring mode and I'm eagerly awaiting the warmer temperatures to follow suit. I'm ready to swap hardened footwear and woollen outerwear for pretty ballet flats and lightweight trench coats, and if the weather were no object, I'd also revert to wearing lightweight linens and outfits sans coats completely! But, in the meantime, I've discovered styling techniques and pieces that are weather-appropriate and freshly inspired to help me get ready for spring before the season truly begins (which is the 20th of this month, in case you were wondering!).
Paris Fashion Week will shortly commence and if London and Copenhagen were anything to go by, there will be no shortage of inspiration. So far, it's been a thought-provoking season and succeeded in its mission to inspire on the design front. One of my biggest takeaways from fashion month thus far (and a common thread across all fashion capitals) was the continued prevalence of excess, yet in the most demure way. Swathes of fabric, draping and fluid silhouettes were introduced and luckily for conscious shoppers, many prior themes have carried forward.
Currently, I'm most excited by textures and going forward I plan on juxtaposing knitwear with lightweight fibres such as linen and silk. Elsewhere, I can't help but be captivated by the accessories on offer as many of them boast a timeless appeal and can be integrated into a look, no matter the weather. Spring is also the time I experiment with (albeit muted) colourways and inject some unconventional hues into my pre-existing wardrobe. Lemon yellow, burgundy, grey and cocoa are coaxing me out of my neutral colour palette hole and I'm enjoying the switch-up. If you're also feeling inspired by warm weather dressing, keep scrolling to see my edit of the pieces to keep on your radar for spring—including some good quality high-street gems!
Shop My Edit of the Best New-In Pieces to Get Ready for Spring:
1. Outerwear
Massimo Dutti remains one of my favourite high street retailers, producing styles which are on par with designers such as The Row and Toteme. For a fresh take on outerwear ahead of spring, look to styles like this linen kimono. It features a free flowing sleeve and utilitarian features, which is both practical and modern.
2. Accessories
3. Dresses
5. Tops
6. Bottoms
7. Shoes
Slight details are much appreciated when it comes to footwear, as the categories are very slim. Flattered's arsenal is appealing at the best of times for refined understated designs (and great quality, might I add) and the Ali heel is a perfect example. Boasting a fine crossover strap and a polished gold spherical heel, it's classic yet entirely unique.
If there's one piece missing in my footwear wardrobe, it's a pair of loafers. Dear Frances' latest collection comprises a timeless capsule of refined yet elevated staples including the Drew Loafer, a supple suede offering complete with a squared-off toe, hand-crafted tassel and a low stacked cuoio heel. For a limited time, all full-price purchases are eligible for a complimentary gift which is just as chic.
Avalon Afriyie is a freelance writer and storyteller based in London. She specialises in sustainable fashion, health and the narratives of marginalised communities.She has a background in fashion show production and styling, having previously worked on The Clothes Show and with the Lyst Group. Since graduating in 2013 with a BA (Hons) in English and contemporary media, she’s worked as a feature writer for an independent publication and a contributor for Quill’s creator network. She now marries her passion for words and style, writing for some of the most esteemed fashion and lifestyle publications,Best Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK and Stylist.
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