The 10 spring staples every chic woman should own
Unfortunately, being chic is not as effortless as it looks. The best place to start? Your wardrobe. We’ve selected the ten spring staples that will instantly elevate your look and set you on your way to peak chic status.
This timeless loafer is perfect for spring’s unpredictable weather, and its classic shape ensures it’ll never go out of style. Driving loafers are great with jeans and mini skirts alike.
Tod's
Antique Rose Gommini Penny Loafers Size 35.5
£209.99
HEWI
-69%
Skechers
Womens Coast Drive Textured Slip-On Loafers - Grey - Size: 2.5
£18.00
£59.00
lovethesales
-21%
Cotswold
Combe Womens Leather Shoes - Grey - Size UK 4
£51.49
£64.99
Secret Sales
Tory Burch
pre-owned leather driving loafers - Brown
£211.00
FARFETCH
Indie Sleaze might be back, but baggy jeans still reign supreme. We love low-slung silhouettes that puddle over the shoes for the perfect effortless fit (except when it’s raining).
-30%
Tommy Hilfiger
Whiskered Mid Rise Loose Straight Leg Jeans
£98.00
£140.00
Tommy Hilfiger
Bogner
7/8 slim fit jeans Julie for women - Denim Blue - 26
£195.00
Bogner
-26%
3. The 70s-inspired shades
The sunglasses of summer 2024 are already here: enter 70s-inspired sunglasses. Key characteristics include yellow-toned lenses, square edges, and an oversized look.
Gucci
GG0034SN 002 Womens Sunglasses Black Size 54
£267.00
SmartBuyGlasses
-51%
Tom Ford
Womens Tom Ford Melody Dark Smoke Lens Shiny Black Sunglasses - Size: ONE size
£128.00
£260.00
lovethesales
Gucci
GG0327S 001 Womens Sunglasses Black Size 52
£276.00
SmartBuyGlasses
-31%
Gucci
Square Womens Black Grey GG1402S - One Size
£177.00
£256.00
Secret Sales
4. The boxy leather jacket
Leather jacket season is our favourite season! The leather jacket is the quintessential transitional leather outer layer, and therefore a fundamental piece in your spring wardrobe. This year, boxy silhouettes and distressed finishes are all the rage.
-37%
Fat Face
FatFace Leanna Black Leather Jacket
£125.00
£199.00
FatFace
Fat Face
FatFace Bethany Burgundy Red Quilted Biker Jacket
£199.00
FatFace
-15%
Infinity Leather
Womens Burgundy Biker Jacket - Delhi - Size 14 UK Red
£79.99
£93.59
Secret Sales
It might seem obvious, but the perfect white tee is the most important spring staple to invest in. Everyone’s definition of “perfect tee” is different, but with so much choice out there your search will be easy.
Asket
The T-Shirt White
£40.00
ASKET
Weekend by Max Mara
Multid Cotton T-Shirt, White
£85.00
John Lewis
Jigsaw
Raglan Cotton T-Shirt White
£60.00
John Lewis
Jigsaw
Textured Jersey Top, White
£60.00
John Lewis
6. The white sneakers
Spring is also the perfect season to rock white sneakers! Convenient and versatile, a good pair of white sneakers is guaranteed to take you very far (literally). We love New Balances for their retro/sporty look and comfortable sole.
New Balance
Womens 327 in Beige/White Suede/Mesh, size 3.5 Narrow
£110.00
New Balance
-50%
New Balance
Womens 574 in Beige/White Suede/Mesh, size 3.5 Narrow
£50.00
£100.00
New Balance
-40%
New Balance
Womens 327 in White Suede/Mesh, size 3.5 Narrow
£60.00
£100.00
New Balance
-40%
New Balance
Womens Fresh Foam Arishi v4 Tiralux in Pink/White Synthetic, size 3.5 Narrow
£54.00
£90.00
New Balance
Whether denim, cotton, gingham, or satin, midi dresses are perfect for spring, especially when paired with the aforementioned boxy leather jacket, driving loafers, or white sneakers. And when (sadly) winter makes its return, there are plenty of ways to keep wearing your midi dress even when it’s cold.
-56%
Fat Face
FatFace Mila Dark Purple Heritage Floral Regular Midi Dress
£35.00
£79.00
FatFace
Tommy Hilfiger
Denim Fit And Flare Midi Dress
£180.00
Tommy Hilfiger
-44%
Fat Face
FatFace Luna Red Regular Square Neck Jacquard Midi Dress
£50.00
£89.00
FatFace
-50%
Calvin Klein
Soft Lyocell Linen Midi Dress White
£90.00
£180.00
Calvin Klein
8. Black tailored trousers
It’s trench coat season! Along with the leather jacket, the trench coat is THE outer layer you need for transitional seasons. Classic, timeless, and water resistant, here’s your new spring best friend.
Tommy Hilfiger
Single Breasted Trench Coat Blue
£230.00
Tommy Hilfiger
-50%
Sandro
Belted double-breasted trench Beige
£349.50
£699.00
Sandro
Love it or hate it, the denim maxi skirt is still going strong, and therefore deserves a spot in our spring staples list. Effortless and super easy to style, you’ll find yourself reaching for it time and time again.
-30%
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
Tula denim maxi skirt Blue
£203.00
£290.00
Mytheresa
-42%
Guess Co
denim maxi skirt - Blue
£101.00
£175.00
FARFETCH
-30%
Ganni
Leopard-print denim maxi skirt Brown
£192.00
£275.00
Mytheresa
-67%
A Gold E
Astrid denim maxi skirt - Blue
£104.00
£312.00
FARFETCH
Mules, clogs, and open-back shoes are our favourite things to wear this season. Leather and suede are the materials to look out for: slip-on loafers for the office and Birkenstock Bostons over the weekend.
Clarks
Sivanne Sun Leather Womens Comfort Sandals - Black - Size:UK 6.5
£34.57
Legend Footwear
Ancient Greek Sandals
Womens Velvet Slippers Size: 36
£110.00
ABASK
Steve Madden
Cinnamon Sandal BNE RAFFIA
£129.99
Steve Madden
-30%
Sandro
Heeled metallic leather mules Gold
£153.30
£219.00
Sandro
