HOW TO MASTER BETWEEN-SEASON DRESSING
Ready for warmer climates? Us too. Ease yourself into spring with our transitional style picks...
Yes, it is spring now – technically. But that doesn't mean we're stepping into strappy sandals and grabbing our nearest basket bags. With the unpredictability that comes with living in the UK, we're forever bracing ourselves for an on-pour of sleet or a gust of wind. However, it dampens our spirits to reach for the same winter coat we've been wearing since October. So instead, we're slipping into a spring-ready state of mind and gradually adding more sunny styles into our wardrobes.
The pieces we choose to style and how we style them is key to mastering the between-season wardrobe. Jumper upon jumper may be cosy – but there's a knack to making it look chic. Still wearing moody hues? The right colours will do wonders for breaking your winter habits. Dressing for this awkward time of year is difficult, but these sartorial tricks will make navigating the seasonal limbo that bit easier.
Structured Layers
As soon as the weather picks up, we're ditching our bulky wool coats in favour of safari-style jackets, trench coats and blazers. A structured shape will bring sophistication to a layered look – with the right amount of tailoring, no one will be able to tell if you're wearing two (or three) jumpers underneath.
Colour Swap
Switch out your monochrome styles for punchy alternatives. Right now, all of your favourite labels are releasing rainbow-hued collections; from Olivia Rubin's mood-boosting dresses to Stine Goya's pastel separates. If your wardrobe looks like the inside of a sweet shop, you’re doing it right.
Overall Effect
The jumpsuit is the ultimate transitional item. Style them over a high-neck top when it's cold out; ditch the layers and slip into some platform wedges when the sun finally arrives. Choose from '70s-inspired, micro floral and utility styles, selected by our in-the-know Boutique Buyers.
