Spring is awash with new styling opportunities for the uniform dresser. Warmer weather, brighter days, and later sunsets set the mood for more creative pairings that remind fashion enthusiasts to try something new. This year, there are plenty of takes on familiar silhouettes, powered by emerging and age-old brands alike. Even with a sartorial muscle memory, dressing for spring’s temperamental vibe (read: chilly shade, blazing sun, rogue gusts) is a balancing act. A too-soon linen dress is a rookie mistake, while lingering in fleece feels emotionally dishonest. The solution? Finessing the pieces you already own into silhouettes that feel fitting for in-between weather.
In a season that begs for reinvention, the urge to abandon your current ways to forge a new wardrobe is real. But instead of succumbing to trend panic, consider turning attention inward—toward your closet, your camera roll, and yes, the depths of your Pinterest boards. Sometimes the freshest look doesn’t require a new purchase—just a new perspective.
1. Baggy Low Rise Jeans (Casey Tint Low Rise Jeans)
Low-rise is having a renaissance, and this time, it’s not about Paris Hilton paparazzi shots or denim worn with rhinestone belts. It’s about balance—looser silhouettes, effortless pairings, and jeans that feel as good as they look. Enter the PacSun Casey Tint Low Rise Jeans in Medium Indigo ($65)—your spring wardrobe’s sleeper hit.
As worn by Teala Dunn and a growing number of stylish content creators, these jeans strike the kind of sartorial chord that stylists dream of: long enough for a tall frame, with just enough slouch to be loose through the leg without dragging. The styling range is the real reward, though. Think of this type of denim as the anti-trend trend piece: adaptable, cool, and never trying too hard. They play well with structure, whether it’s cropped blazers and boxy tanks or with a slinky baby tee and kitten heels. You don’t have to buy a whole new look to make them work. A strong outfit can begin with these jeans and pull from the closet you already know and love.
2. Bell sleeve long-sleeves or jackets
In a world full of outerwear trying to do the most, a zip-front closure keeps things sleek, while voluminous bell sleeves deliver silhouettes without stiffness. In a nod to structure, the bodice is tailored, but the vibe still oozes ease. Whether you layer it over a ribbed tank and low-rise trousers for a casual luxe moment or let it elevate your go-to leggings-and-coffee-run combo, this silhouette is highly adaptable.
The Globo II Jacket in Grey from Belle is an example of the kind of timeless-cool piece that shows up season after season, looking brand new every time. Consider it your everyday statement. Quietly commanding and undeniably chic.
3. The Trench Coat Is Still That Girl—Especially When It’s Vintage and Khaki
Some pieces define seasons, and then there are pieces that define moods. The vintage khaki trench coat does both, with the quiet confidence of someone who never raises their voice but still gets the final word.
On the days when you’re just running errands or kicking it near your apartment, one can find the trench in the same way they would reach for coffee or lip balm—out of instinct. Tossed casually over a hoodie, it transforms an off-duty uniform into something that feels pulled together. It’s the kind of high-low pairing that makes the most lived-in layer feel suddenly intentional. Strategic, even.
4. A Plain Cropped Tee (see J. Crew Relaxed premium-weight cropped T-shirt)
If you haven’t re-upped your white tee game in a while, this is your cue. Find one that fits like it was made for you, and let it anchor your wardrobe with the kind of quiet perfection that never goes out of style.
It’s the backbone of any good outfit—not too sheer, not too stiff—cut from soft cotton that skims the body and lives somewhere between slouchy and sculpted. Best case scenario calls for a relaxed crew neck with rolled or stiff sleeves, depending on the wearer’s preference. What makes the white cotton tee so quietly powerful is its infinite range. It’s the rare fashion constant that doesn’t feel tired no matter how many times you wear it.
5. Loafers (G.H. Bass)
G.H. Bass Women’s Whitney Easy Weejuns Loafer
Named after a Norwegian slipper-type moccasin used for “loafing in the field,” the first penny loafer in history was introduced in 1876 and has been a wardrobe staple across continents ever since. Sharp, grounded, and quietly commanding, the classic loafer is the shoe that never falls out of favor. From school uniforms to runways, the loafer has moved through fashion history like a seasoned insider.
These relaxed, low-rise wide-leg jeans feature a faded black wash for a perfectly worn-in look. Crafted from sustainably sourced cotton, they blend effortless style with an eco-conscious edge.
Made from heavyweight cotton for added durability, this subtly cropped tee features a relaxed, vintage-inspired fit with extra room through the body. It’s designed to break in beautifully over time, making it a go-to you’ll reach for again and again.
“I’ve always wanted a suede trench coat. I’m loving the color brown right now. The shape of this coat is timeless and I feel incredible when I wear it.”
Available at De Savary London
Chris Echevarria’s Blackstock & Weber regularly creates memorable loafers–these are at the top of our wishlist.
Available at Blackstock & Weber