When it comes to the season’s best accessories, no spring roundup could be completed without a trending loafer of some sort, chic city sneakers, and a woven raffia handbag. Bonus points if you add Anderson’s tassel-adorned belt to your cart—a spring trend we’ve been eyeing (and loving!) both on and off the runway. Crafting your spring capsule wardrobe has never been easier—or looked chicer—with these 10+ must-have style essentials. Shop our edit, below.
Elegant White Dresses
An LWD is a given in any spring capsule wardrobe, dressed up with a minimalist sandal or down with a chic sneaker. Sleek shirtdresses from Jil Sander, Staud, and Bottega Veneta make for effortless everyday dressing, while options from Matteau, Proenza Schouler, and J.Crew transition from commute to cocktail seamlessly.
Trending Loafers
Suede loafers, driving loafers, sleek smoking loafers, oh my! If there is one statement shoe to slip into this spring, it’s a loafer. Any loafer! Luckily, there are many outstanding options to choose from. Our favorites include Prada’s patent soft-toe style, traditional boat shoes from Vince and Aeyde, and Saint Laurent’s chic caramel-colored choice.
Spring Jackets
There wasn’t just one standout jacket silhouette this spring—there were many, and they can all be worn now and later. Key silhouettes to note—and sport!— include suede shackets, cropped trenches, nip-tucked blazers, sporty zip-ups, and non-classic leather moto jackets. Find one to suit your personality, below.
Easy Midiskirts
Add some ladylike flare to your spring outfit with an easy midiskirt. Vince’s classic khaki option provides instant polish, while floaty styles from Proenza Schouler and Ulla Johnson transition from spring-to-summer fabulously. J.Crew’s pleated midi deserves a top spot in your working wardrobe, while textural takes, such as Dôen’s sultry lace style or Haikure’s denim skirt, are perfect for the fashionably inclined.
Chic City Sneakers
Looking for an incredibly chic, yet easy way to master spring-in-the-city style? Simply turn to a pair of stylish sneakers—the true It item of any capsule wardrobe. Designer delights include those from Dries Van Noten, Miu Miu, and Toteme, while heritage heroes from Nike, New Balance, and Adidas remain classics for a reason. Wear yours with everything from white poplin midiskirts to tailored trousers and everyday denim.
Sleek Shirting
A sleek button-up or scarf-adorned shirt is the ultimate layering essential, adding a pop of polish to any outfit in mind. Carven’s take on a white tee features a fold-over collar—a certified classic, with a twist! Róhe’s artful, draped blouse is another twisted take, while simple striped options from Marie Adam-Leenaerdt or The Row’s flannel find are versatile menswear-inspired takes. Pretty in pastel, crisp shirts from Hommegirls and Toteme offer subtle color punches for the ultra-minimalist.
Cool Knits
No matter the season, a lightweight yet luxurious knit is a forever closet classic—and this spring the offerings are as cool as ever. It’s hard to beat Nili Lotan’s striped, coastal prep pick or Blazé Milano’s sleek slate grey polo. Then, there’s Toteme’s smart yet stylish V-neck and J.Crew’s fine-knit pale pink crewneck. Whichever you choose, we can guarantee total sartorial success.
Great Jeans
You may not need to hear us wax poetic about what makes a great jean, but we could go on for hours about the below lot. Take Agolde’s high-rise, wide-leg Ren jeans, for example. With a flattering fit, this silhouette goes well with everything from polished penny loafers to kitten heels. Similarly versatile, find Frame’s skinny—yes, skinny!—style or even Cos’s barrel-leg pair. Otherwise, opt for a non-blue jean, whether that’s Khaite’s baggy black pair or Citizens of Humanity’s bright white style. With endless options to choose from, there’s no better place to kick off your spring denim journey than here.
Timeless Tees
Sometimes you just can’t beat the basics. Case in point? A totally timeless T-shirt. This season, however, designers are turning up the sartorial dial on the staple, playing with new-and-proved silhouettes, bold colors and patterns, to more textured takes. Of course, you can also find the plain, but perfect white tee, below, too. Find some of our go-tos, from Madewell to Dries Van Noten.
Woven Handbags
You heard it here first: invest in the woven handbag for spring in order to strike a laidback, yet luxurious statement. Everyday essentials from Banana Republic, Dragon Diffusion, and Hunting Season add an air of polish to any off-duty look, while roomy totes from Hereu and The Row define workwear chic. For elevated evening attire, Toteme’s woven clutch is simply stunning.
Finishing Touches
No capsule wardrobe is complete without a fabulous finishing touch or two. There are elegant belts from Anderson’s and The Row, sophisticated jewels from Lié Studio, David Yurman, and Mejuri, just to name a few. Throw any of these on with a simple white tee and jeans this spring and expect a polished, put-together look each and every time.
