SPRING CAPSULE WARDROBE: OUTFIT IDEAS FOR WOMEN

Spring is arguably the trickiest season to dress for, but it doesn’t have to be. The key to curating tasteful, well-rounded outfits is to prepare a spring capsule wardrobe with essentials you feel confident wearing and experimenting with. Use this guide as your launch pad to build a capsule wardrobe that brings your spring outfit ideas to life.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• A spring capsule wardrobe is your rotation of go-to pieces to get you through the season that eliminates the hassle of searching for foundational pieces.
• Build out your spring outfit ideas by preparing ahead by downsizing your closet, storing winter clothes, choosing spring fabrics and colors, and keeping easy-to-peel layers.
• Core spring items include basic white tees, denim jackets, straight-leg jeans, bomber jackets, wide-leg jeans, and cozy, breathable athleisure.

WHAT IS A CAPSULE WARDROBE?

A capsule wardrobe is essentially a collection of staple items you keep in rotation to build out your spring outfits. Usually, you’ll refresh these by season, but most of your go-to spring pieces can be worn from spring to fall. Taking the time to sort out and select the basics eliminates the guesswork, rather than frantically going through your wardrobe to dig out the necessities when you need a killer fit in a pinch.

TIPS FOR BUILDING OUT YOUR SPRING CAPSULE WARDROBE

Every spring capsule wardrobe starts with a closet refresh. Follow these tips.

• Keep it smart, but minimal. Don’t feel the urge to stay restricted to a minimalist mindset but cutting down what’s in your closet can give you a fresh start to spring. Donate (or sell) those old shirts and other items that have been collecting dust in the back of your closet to make room for your new capsule wardrobe pieces you’ll wear.
• Store away heavy winter pieces and colors. Dark, heavy knits, wool clothing, and bulky winter jackets can all be stored away.
• Hold onto your layers. You know spring can feel like four seasons in one. While you should store away jackets made of heavy materials, keep layers you can easily peel off with wild weather swings through the day, including weather-resistant outerwear.
• Freshen up your color palette. Swap out wintry colors, like merlot, burgundy, emerald green, and amethyst. Look to springier, brighter colors rather than dark, wintry ones, like pastels: pink blush, baby blue, pale yellow, pistachio. Though navy and black are always here to stay.
• Bring out the light denim. Light-wash denim jeans and jackets are essential staples for spring. But black jeans also work with any season, as they contrast well with vibrant patterns on top.
• Look at the fabrics. Linen, cotton-blends, and viscose are all breathable and transition well into summer.

THE BEST SPRING PIECES WOMEN NEED IN THEIR WARDROBE

With a nice closet refresh, see if you already have these spring must-have pieces before you head on over to our Spring Collection.

WHITE TEE AND TANK

A no-brainer, but every closet needs this core basic. A white tee, baby tee, or tank can balance out your other spring outfits and layers, especially if you’re putting together a denim-on-denim outfit or rocking eye-catching outerwear, like a varsity or bomber jacket with stand-out details. This creates visual interest without overdoing it.

DENIM JACKET

Your denim jacket is the hero of your closet, and it’s timeless throughout the spring and up until fall. Pair your denim jacket with a near-identical shape, or with black jeans for a cohesive look.

BAGGY JEANS

Breezy and on-trend, add a pair of wide-leg or baggy jeans to your denim rotation to bring out your old-school cool. Throw on your combat boots for a rugged edge, or sport white sneakers for a quintessential look.

LIGHTWEIGHT KNITS

Spring is the perfect time to experiment with different knit tops to accommodate a variety of styles. Pair your oversized, lightweight knits with black skinny jeans or denim short-shorts, and wear knee-high boots for an alluring femme-fatale look that blends comfort and sultry style.

BOOTCUT JEANS

With a slight flare past the knee, bootcut jeans are a foundational piece that works all year-round and complements any silhouette. Keep it classic with a pair of bootcuts as your go-to, which universally pair with anything from fitted tops to lightweight knits.

BOMBER JACKET

The perfect layering staple. Bomber jackets come in all shapes and sizes and are usually made of light-to-midweight materials, perfect for unpredictable spring weather when you want something stylish to peel off throughout the day or to wear at night when you’re going out. Pick out different styles to keep you going through the spring, like cropped varsity bombers and styles that hit at the hips.

TOTE BAG

Tote bags transition well from late spring into summer and offer ample space for all your belongings when you need a whole lot of room without the hassle of digging through different pockets.

WHITE SNEAKERS

With hopefully no snow and sleet in sight, it’s time to bust out the white sneakers, which complement any denim and offer a hint of '90s flair.

STATEMENT SUNGLASSES

The days are growing longer, meaning more opportunities to flaunt statement sunglasses. Oversized styles and shield styles offer a touch of modern maximalism for street-ready styles. Stand out by pairing them with oversized jeans and varsity jackets.

ATHLEISURE

When you’re lounging around the house, headed to the gym, or just want to look casual-cool, keep athleisure on rotation. Track jackets and suits are perfect for staying chic and comfortable while paying homage to Y2K trends.

YOUR SPRING WARDROBE CHECKLIST

Have everything you need to bring your spring outfit ideas to life? Use this checklist as your guide.

• Heavy winter items, stored (winter jackets, wintry colors, heavy knits)
• Closet cleanout
• Spring color palette
• Spring-friendly fabrics (cotton-blends, linen, viscose)
• Essentials (white tees and tanks)
• Layers (bomber and denim jackets)
• Wide-leg and straight-leg denim
• Light-wash denim
• Statement sunglasses
• Tote bags
• Go-to comfort pieces (athleisure)
• Fashionable footwear (boots, white sneakers)

KICK OFF YOUR SPRING WARDROBE REFRESH WITH TRUE RELIGION DENIM

No matter the season, denim always has a place in your wardrobe. Freshen up your denim rotation with premium True Religion jeans and iconic stitching made to get you through the year in bold, timeless style.