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The Transitional Wardrobe Edit

As spring’s much-anticipated arrival inches closer, there’s no time like the present to start transitioning the contents of your closet into one more fitting for weather that tiptoes between warm one day and cool the next. Luckily for us, the ever-stylish street style scene has crafted chic transitional outfit formulas that feature everything from the latest It items to elevated wardrobe essentials, all of which tackle the in-between season with ease and elegance. Blazers and trench coats are a pre-spring mainstay, but this time around we’re also eager to welcome a new crop of outerwear options into our starting lineup—think sumptuous suede blazers, leather bomber jackets, and khaki chore coats. Classically cool corduroys are on the roster, of course; and same goes for worn-in pairs of denim and sleek black leggings. Knitwear is another given, and this season you'll find a slew of unexpected styles to elevate your layering game, from cashmere hoodies to preppy polos. Footwear-wise, driving loafers, kitten heels, and stylish sneakers round out the list. Other all-star accessories include hero handbags from The Row to Aesther Ekme. Below, 60 pieces of transitional clothing that will have you stepping into spring in total effortless style.

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Not Your Average Khaki Trench Coat

You can always count on Bergdorf Goodman’s Yumi Shin for a transitional outfit that’s effortlessly chic yet easily transferable into the everyday woman’s lineup. Take her latest look outside of the Paris men’s shows, for example. She opted for an especially roomy trench coat–the undeniable centerpiece of any in-between-seasons capsule wardrobe, layered atop Loewe’s checked blouse and a pair of crisp white jeans. The result has us counting down the days ‘til spring–and now, we bet you are too!

Altuzarra

Billie double-breasted belted wool trench coat

J.Crew

high-rise slim-wide jeans

Loewe

shirt in silk

Khaite

Nevada leather ankle boots

Veronica de Piante

Evelyn satin-trimmed grain de poudre wool blazer

Loewe

deconstructed skirt

Mango

knitted sweater with perkins neck

Liffner

Sprout tote

Bottega Veneta

belted intrecciato leather-trimmed trench coat

J.Crew

camp-pocket wide-leg pants

Ferragamo

Dorye leopard-print calf hair mules

Guest In Residence

long sleeve cashmere shrunken polo

Maria McManus

merino wool hoodie

The Row

Aralia cotton trench coat

Loulou de Saison

Ekare slit leather skirt

DeMellier

the Hudson bag

DEMELLIER LONDON

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Never Skimp on Suede

Suede’s still dominating the sartorial scene, and who can blame us? It’s just that sleek. Take a styling cue from this showgoer and layer your roomy suede blazer atop a lace-trimmed slip skirt for a total textural takeover. Underneath, a simple polo sweater and pair of kitten-heel pumps anchor this otherwise statement-making look.

Massimo Dutti

suede leather blazer with pockets

Stella McCartney

Iconic wrap-effect lace-trimmed satin skirt

Éterne

Brady cashmere polo sweater

Cos

square-toe court shoes

Massimo Dutti

cotton-blend trench coat

Citizens of Humanity

Annina corduroy wide-leg pants

Dries Van Noten

snake-print knitted sweater

Nike

LD-1000 suede-trimmed mesh sneakers

Khaite

Balser cardigan

Agolde

90s crop mid-rise straight-leg jeans

Nour Hammour

Althea belted suede coat

The Row

Zipped 1 leather ankle boots

Cos

technical hooded parka jacket

Zara

checkered midiskirt

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Countryside Core at Its Coolest

The countryside look isn’t just confined to corduroy-trimmed wax jackets and flannel trousers–or the city’s outskirts, either. Here, turn to this street styler for an urban take on countryside core. All you need is a bomber-like shell jacket, plaid midiskirt, and pair of pointed-toe knee boots. The finished result takes elements of the aesthetic and gives it a fashion-girl twist.

Another Tomorrow

embellished cotton-poplin shirt

Mango

leather loafers

Blazé Milano

Fox high-rise straight pants

Kallmeyer

Avery cropped jacket

Khaite

Davis boots in black leather

JW Anderson

fitted zip-up cardigan

Loulou de Saison

ribbed silk-blend midi dress

Nour Hammour

Birthday paneled leather coat

Zara

basic knit hooded sweatshirt

adidas

Tokyo leather sneakers

Toteme

two-tone shearling jacket

Favorite Daughter

Low Favorite pants

leather belt

Frame

striped cotton and silk-blend voile shirt

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Tackle Rainy Days With a Shimmering Sequin Skirt

Looking to cure your mid-winter wardrobe blues? Just slip into a sequin skirt to inject a bit of festivity (and welcome cheer!) into your everyday wardrobe. Like Vogue Italia’s head of editorial content, Francesca Ragazzi, pair yours with a cropped trench coat in black, ladylike top-handle bag, and a flat knee boot. In this case, all that glitters really is sartorial gold!

Toteme

shearling-trimmed recycled wool-blend jacket

Tory Burch

embellished slip skirt

The Row

Ingrid leather tote bag

Gucci

slim Horsebit boot

Mango

denim shirt with bow

Loewe

hooded parka

Victoria Beckham

pinstriped wool wide-leg pants

Neous

Polaris leather-trimmed suede loafers

Leset

Margo cotton-jersey T-shirt

Proenza Schouler

Track paneled suede-trimmed leather sneakers

Max Mara

the Cube Leo hooded quilted shell coat

Spanx

stretch-ponte stirrup leggings

Éterne

ribbed stretch-cotton and modal-blend turtleneck maxi dress

Zara

corduroy collar waxed trench

Aeyde

Harris leather boat shoes

Acne Studios

layered appliquéd cotton-jersey tank top

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Layer Up Like in a Slouchy Leather Bomber Jacket

Luxurious, yet lightweight outerwear reigns supreme during the in-between seasons–and the prized piece that’s a must-have in any cool-girl’s closet? A slouchy leather bomber jacket. Styling-wise, juxtapose yours à la this showgoer with a punchy printed skirt. It’s an unexpected outfit combination that were especially loving for right now. Finish off the street style-approved look with an easy, breezy knit and pair of trendy trainers.

Nour Hammour

Clint leather jacket

Dries Van Noten

floral jacquard pencil skirt

Adidas

SL72 OG shoes

Banana Republic

cashmere V-neck sweater

banana republic

Sporty & Rich

x Le Bristol Paris Faubourg cableknit cashmere zip hoodie

High Sport

Kick cropped flared pants

Gucci

embossed cotton drill bomber jacket

Le Monde Beryl

Luna shearling-lined ballet flat

Loulou de Saison

Temo long double-breasted coat

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Aesther Ekme

Sac mini suede tote bag

Citizens of Humanity

Annina wide-leg jeans

Brandon Maxwell

zip front striped knit cardigan

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A Sleek Scarf Coat Is Seasonless

You deserve to wrap up in something seriously chic and cozy this transitional season, such as this fashion-favorite scarf coat from Róhe. Pair yours with a tailored-to-perfection trouser, elegant leather belt, and suede driving loafer. With this transitional outfit in your pocket, your spot on any best dressed guest list is secured.

Róhe

scarf-detailed layered wool coat

Dunst

straight trousers

Toteme

thin trouser belt

Bally

Pathy leather loafers

Loulou de Saison

Lyra draped wool-twill blouse

Jil Sander

studded leather pumps

Jacquemus

Salon De-Nîmes pleated denim skirt

JW Anderson

oversized collar trench jacket

Banana Republic

short puffer coat

BANANA REPUBLIC

Legres

leather ankle boots

JW Anderson

twisted workwear denim jeans

Ferragamo

Star leather-trimmed leopard-print calf hair tote