Elevate Your Everyday Style This Spring

Spring is the time for renewal: renewed energy, renewed focus, and renewed style. It’s the opportune moment to cast out the looks of yesteryear and embrace the new, adding in updated pieces to your wardrobe for a look that’s refreshed and quintessentially now.

From the must-have pieces to add to your collection to the style trends that will define the next few months of dressing, here are the best ways to elevate your everyday style this season.

A Trench With A Twist

A trench coat is a must-have piece for those rainy spring days, and it makes for the ideal transitional outerwear as we move from cold to warm weather. The 2026 version is a twist on the traditional style, with unique accents and pops of color to bring cheer even on dreary days. Take this Damson Madder trench, which features a pleat detail hem, bow detail, and A-line shape for a sweet retro flare. It’s also reversible, with a red and white gingham print that can either pop out at the sleeves for a hint of pattern or be reversed for a colorful statement. 

Sweet As Chocolate

If you’re going to go in on a neutral color this season, swap out the stark black shades of winter for rich chocolate hues. Warm browns pair so wonderfully with the classic pastels of spring, but they also look great with denim blues, whites, and beiges. Wade into the trend with chocolate accessories, like this Strathberry Mosaic Nano purse with contrast vanilla stitching. With both a crossbody strap and top handle, it’s the ultimate purse for everyday adventures, too. For shoes, try Larroudé’s Dolly Verona Low Boot In Burnt Umber Leather for a 60s-inspired ankle boot that you can style in endless ways. 

Ready to fully embrace chocolate hues? Try this fun polka dot number from Rails and pair it with the brand’s suede and leather Siena Hobo Bag for head-to-toe rich chocolate color. P.S. You’ll check off two major trends with one outfit, as polka dots are one of the must-wear prints of the season.

Nostalgic Influences

Nostalgic references are a lovely way to infuse your wardrobe with warmth and comfort. For sentimental styles that still feel mature and modern, turn to brands like The GREAT. Their Pictograph Slouch Cardigan perfectly blends a playful animal motif print with a classic cardigan shape that will be great for spring layering. For a romantic turn, their Regency Skirt, with its dreamy tapestry floral print, is an ideal pairing for everything from a plain white tee and sneakers to an elegant corsetted top and heels.

When it comes to a nostalgic fabric to be on the lookout for, pointelle is a sweet knit style that is ideal for warmer weather. It’s soft and lightweight, with delicate detailing that harkens back to youthful memories. This pointelle dress from Cozyland doubles as the perfect canvas for all your spring styling. It’s technically a nightgown, but make it the new nap dress and wear it out and about during your day for a cozy, cute look. Goldie Tee also makes gorgeous pointelle separates that you can wear together for a coordinated look. 

Underwear, Out To Wear

Shed those layers and show off some skin as we emerge from winter with outfits that showcase your undergarments in a tasteful way. With semi-sheer turtleneck tops and gauzy lace skirts trending, it’s time to upgrade your undergarments so that they accentuate your transparent look. LDMA is the recommendation for sporty lingerie that will both look great peeking out from your outfit and stay comfortably in place. Style their Low Show V Bralette and High Sculpt Brief under a lacy dress and structured boots for a sexy yet strong outfit that is sure to turn heads. Or, for a masculine take on the trend, pair your high-waisted briefs with low-rise pants for a cheeky peekaboo moment. 

Demi-Flare Denim

Somewhere between classic straight-leg jeans and the exaggerated wide-leg styles that have been trending lately exists the happy medium: demi-flare denim. With all the fit and structure of skinny-jean designs up top, and the stylish, statement-making flare at the bottom, this is the denim you’ll wear all season long. Wear them with platform boots, minimalist kitten heels, or sporty sneakers, and don’t be afraid to do a little dance and have a little fun in a lively pair, like these from Hudson.

Subtle Luxury

Redefine the look of luxury with stunning gold jewelry and simple yet eye-catching diamond details. Everyday jewelry gets an elevated twist with details like a bezel setting, as seen on this customizable Frank Darling pendant, or the Art Deco-inspired scalloping of these Gorjana Pavé Diamond Earrings. Give your classic clasp bracelet a 2026 makeover with the artistic gold chain Rolo Bracelet from Maya Brenner (which featured prominently in season 2 of one of the most stylish series of the moment, Nobody Wants This). Wear these sleek designs on their own or mixed and matched with other jewelry in your arsenal for layered looks. 

Your New Work Essentials

A great work wardrobe begins with a versatile blazer that fits like a glove. This blazer from The Favorite Daughter is named The Favorite Blazer for a reason: it’s a classic style that cinches in at the waist for a flattering look that’s both ladylike and powerful. Wear it with matching slacks or a skirt, or go more casual with relaxed denim. They even have an oversized version if you prefer a less structured jacket style.

And in the age of remote work and hybrid schedules, it’s time to officially welcome denim into the workwear rotation. Sleek, evenly-washed styles like Joe’s Jeans’ Hi Honey High Rise Curvy Bootcut in the matte black “Nightfall” wash are great professional denim options. 

East-West Bags

This is the purse style you’ll be reaching for for all your upcoming occasions. Structured, intriguing, and a break from the traditional, the east-west bag is the it handbag for the modern lady. They typically feature straps long enough to be worn on your shoulder, in your hand, or even in the crook of your elbow, which makes them more practical than other structural styles. Songmont’s Yore Toast Bag is a sleek option that can go from business meetings to after-work cocktails (the minty Celeste is a gorgeous pastel shade for spring), or Baggu’s Small Recycled Leather Bowler Bag is a practical—and sustainably-made—everyday style that will withstand any activity.

Green & Gold

For an eye-catching spring color combination, mix up your classic gold jewelry with pops of green. Dark emerald hues make for a stunning and naturalistic contrast that works wonderfully for evening events, like the Roberta Ring from Mountain & Moon. The brand also features a necklace of soft green beads and gold links for a sweeter, daytime-friendly color combo that will make onlookers green with envy.

Elevated Embroidery

Embroidered details are made for the sunny days of spring and are a delightful addition to any piece. For this season, gravitate toward embroidered trims and clever detailing for a lovely contrast look. Take this Ciao Lucia black cotton dress with contrast white embroidery: it’s the ultimate “throw on a dress and head out the door” piece for when you want to look put together but don’t want the fuss of too many outfit components. It’s also a fabulously versatile piece to pack for your next getaway, as you can wear it as a cover-up, exploring a quaint town, or dressed up with heels for dinner. For a bold, avant-garde take on the trend, you can also wear the fuchsia Adele Midi Dress from ASTA Resort. With abstracted embroidered lace detailing and a scallop lace hem, this bright slip dress is a stunning statement maker. 

Originally published for Iconic Magazine