With the arrival of brighter mornings & longer days, there’s no better time to add some key pieces to build your spring capsule wardrobe. Start with swapping your winter parka for a classic blazer to wear with jeans. Pair a floral print puff sleeve dress with opaque tights and chunky boots for chillier days. The key is to keep it minimal, go for versatility, choosing classic over trendy styles. Check out these tips to get you started:
1. Consider colour
Choose classic colours such as black, beige, white and brown. Light neutrals, and pastel colours such as green, blue and yellow are good options for spring. You can add occasional bright prints for some extra splash, but you can’t go wrong with basic spring colours and ageless neutral hues. Check out these comfy beige wide leg cargo trousers by River Island (€52).
2. Layering is key
In Ireland, spring temperatures can fluctuate wildly so always choose pieces that fit well enough that you can layer them. Wearing a fitted crew neck top underneath a jumper or cardigan will help beat the chills while keeping you cosy. This cute, colour block knit jacket by Zara (€39.95) is ideal paired with a beige denim skirt or jeans.
3. Choose timeless pieces
A spring capsule wardrobe relies on pieces that can be used in numerous ways. Investing in a classic blazer that you can pair with denim jeans, leggings, trousers or dresses to create multiple outfits is key. This chic and stylish spring blazer in mint green by SHEIN (€17) is perfect worn with denims.
4. Go for versatility
The two key factors I go for when building my spring capsule wardrobe are versatility and fit. My outfit must be stylish yet functional and most of all it must be figure flattering. Check out this stylish belted short sleeve jumpsuit in dark beige by stories.com (€129). Perfect for a busy lifestyle, this throw-and-go jumpsuit can be styled with either trainers for walking your dog in the park or worn with strappy sandals in the summer. It’s certainly been my key buy this spring!
5. Choose bold spring prints
Inject a new lease of life into a classic wardrobe staple by adding a splash of bright colour or bold print. For the upcoming wedding season, it’s always smart to invest in a chic figure flattering, floral print dress to wear with a classic black blazer. I love this pretty paisley floral tiered lace trim midi dress by Oasis (€138.40).
Investing in classic basics makes it easy to put together outfits that flatter your figure as well as last a lifetime. Creating a spring capsule wardrobe can help you spend more time doing the things you love, save money, ensuring you have all the components to look fabulous not just for every day wear but also for special occasions!
