Normally when people talk about things being "transitional," they mean furniture. Or maybe that's just me, because we all know I think about decor 80% of the time. Today, however, I'm applying it to clothes. All of us are itching for spring to get here, but it's not exactly warm enough to go prancing down the street in a t-shirt yet. We still need to be covered up (especially those of us who are currently enjoying that winter storm), so we'll just have to bring the spring in other ways.
This first look almost came out a little beach-y, with the nautical stripes and sunglasses. Which is obviously fine. I will happily pretend I'm at the beach today. I still have jeans and a cardigan to provide the necessary warmth, but adorable polka dot sneaker-flats and a coral scarf remind me of the nice weather that's around the corner. Add in a striped bag and some shades, and boom! I'm ready for a day in the sun, if it ever decides to come back.
One other strange thing about this time of year is the temperature fluctuations. When it's 25 degrees everyday for two weeks, I get used to it and stop feeling cold after a while. But when it's 45 before it drops back to the 20s, I'm FREEZING. Thus, I can't really motivate myself to dress up. A skirt just isn't happening right now, so any "nice" outfits still need to revolve around pants:
Here are the same dark skinny jeans paired with a floral blouse. To keep the style from veering off into girly, I chose leather loafers with teeny gold studs on the toes. Green earrings add some brightness, while a wine-colored tote bag pulls out some of the darker shades in the blouse. I would absolutely wear this the next time I'm out selling jewelry.
So how are you handling the weather transition? Are you wearing anything springy yet? Should I try to buy that floral blouse even though the site is in Dutch and I'm not sure if they ship to America?
That coral scarf is a great way to bring a little Spring to your wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteI admit it- I bought 3 coral things for spring this year. MAJOR color for me. I am really looking forward to spring. I want to wear sandals again. It is hard when it starts to warm up because it seems like it's going to be warm, and then bam! Back to cold.
ReplyDeleteI think I stay cold all the time! My comfy black sweater that I wear inside would look good layered over the sweater in the top pic -- maybe I'd be warm then! But skinny jeans... that's another story!!
ReplyDeleteI like the coral scarf, and those studded ballet flats look great too. I have some H&M sneakers, that are surprisingly comfortable.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear you're feeling better.
I love that tote bag! Actually I love both of those tote bags. Let's learn how to make those. Maybe I'll steal my mom's sewing machine while I'm at her house this week. I can't wait for spring weather to come and take all my warm stuff out of storage...and then probably decide I don't like any of it...then buy a whole new wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteGood luck this weekend with the show. Details please. You know, in case I decide to come stalk you!
90% of my closet is spring/summer, and this weather is awful - so I'm beyond ready to start transitioning. LOVE the bag in the second image. Love.
ReplyDeleteI was actually wearing shorts and a tank top yesterday, but don't get too jealous, my summers are pretty miserable! I absolutely love the second outfit, and I'm glad you're feeling better!
ReplyDeleteI love those polka dot sneakers and the skinny jeans! Hope you get some rest after the show and good luck!!
ReplyDeleteCute looks! Ugh, yes, we're hitting the point where it's layers and more layers. Hard to figure out how to dress from day to day. I'm not really wearing many spring colors yet- it's been so dark and rainy out lately.
ReplyDeleteI like the totebag! Can never have too many totes. I haven't transitioned yet into spring although it hasn't been super cold in C'ville this year. Naturally, as I say this we got hit with a huge snowstorm last night and our power was out for a few hours. Now, it's back on and the roads are getting clear. It's suppose to be 60 this weekend so I'm guessing the snow will be melted.
ReplyDeleteLove these picks! Have a wonderful week! Xo, M&K at BT
ReplyDeleteI keep trying to wear spring clothes, but this year winter is like the mob - you think you get out and it pulls you back in! Ugh. I'm outside in 50 degree weather and 30 knot winds right now and it's a little brisk.
ReplyDeleteThat second outfit is gorgeous. And that plum/wine tote bag....I want it in my closet right now.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely ready to start wearing spring clothes more often. I'm wearing warm weather pieces as I can, but it's tough, especially with the temperature fluctuations. Hopefully we won't have to hang in there too much longer.
ReplyDeleteI like that second look! I'm still bundled up in lots of scarves and sweaters right now.
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haha - I managed to shed my hoodie, hat/scarf, and heavy jacket when I went out to feed the critters. LOL - I think the long sleeve shirt and sweat shirt with jeans are about as close as I am going to get to a spring wardrobe!
ReplyDeleteSo cute, especially love the bright scarf! I agree the fluctuations are not cool. I pulled out this dress to wear on a date with my husband the other day, but realized the temp. had dropped back to 20 and I'd be like an icicle. So it's jeans and cardigans for now :)
ReplyDeletehow funny - Ive been thinking about transitional clothes too since Im packing for our trip to California...so tricky as the weather seems to be all over the place and each city we're visiting is different! layers layers...
ReplyDeleteMost of my outfits revolve around jeans because I am just that kind of girl, but I love pairing cute flats and mixing solid colors with pops of pattern... cute outfits, I love them both! And, about that top, can you find it elsewhere online if you search for it by brand? xo!
ReplyDeleteI love that floral blouse! Spring to me usually means lots of (lighter) layers because it can be freezing in the morning when you leave the house but warm enough to go coatless by mid-afternoon. Sometimes I come up with odd combinations during this time of year with the layering, but it's much more interesting than winter that's for sure. :)
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Darn it! Can't wait till we have a Target here in Canada-land! Need me a Target dealer in the meantime to get me the polka dot sneakers...those are adorbs!
ReplyDeleteSo I've fully busted out the spring gear despite our freezing temps. I hustle my tshirted self to the car in a hurry! Sunglasses and my bright orange spring coat are making me feel springy...