Spring Styling, How To Transition From Winter To Summer

Spring is just around the corner, and this means that fashion conscious people will have to gradually start the transition from winter to summer attire. For most people it is easy to differentiate between winter and summer clothing, but challenges arise when trying to dress fashionably for the transition from cold to warmer weather, and that is why we are going to work with you by outlining a few key pointers that will help you preserve your composure and fashion sense in the upcoming weeks.

Winter Armour

Start to store your winter gear (i.e. parkas, winter trenches, puffer jackets, flannel or wool coats) and bring out jackets that are constructed of lighter fabrics such as cotton, serving to keep you adequately warm for the spring weather. It isn’t quite summer yet so it’s not time to bring out the sandals but you can definitely store the boots for the next few months and opt for lighter tennis shoes and loafers. Depending on where you live you may be able start wearing short sleeved shirts. If it is still a bit chilly in your locality, cashmere sweaters are always a very stylish option for this season, but we have to tell you a little something about colour choice...

 Pack away your heavy wool winter coats in favour of lighter cotton spring jackets.

Colour Matters

During the bleak winter months we see people wearing a lot of blacks, shades of grey and brown, conversely the summer months can easily be identified by pastels and warm vibrant colours such as starburst yellow and tangerine. Wearing such bold colours during the springtime may seem a bit bold, and that is why it is advisable to stick to earth tones (particularly greens), muted reds and darker shades of the colour blue. As the daylight hours increase and we push our clocks forward, you can slowly start to bring out the pastel colours which you so lovingly packed away in your closet.

A Word on Accessories

It’s time to store your heavy duty scarves and let them hibernate in favour of those fashionable scarves that are constructed of lighter materials. Pack away your hats and winter gloves, and bring out your leather driving gloves and stylish sunglasses.

One of the most important skills is to learn how to layer with confidence because this is what will differentiate the stylish from the unstylish person! Dress with many light layers that can be gradually removed during the day as the cool morning temperatures gradually eases into a more tolerable range. On a final note make sure to purchase a shoe protecting spray from your local shoe store that will protect your precious footwear from the mud and puddles that will be created from the melting snow, and an umbrella is always a handy idea in case of April showers! So let us know about any other tips that you have that help you make the transition from winter to summer. Leave your comments in the comments section below!



 

Gothenburg's Guardian Of Style

Style is dynamic, ever changing, always fluid, never static. The master of a fashionable image has the ability to effortlessly piece together a host of different looks with a few basic pieces in his wardrobe. Our focus on individual style will be taking a closer look at Andreas from Gothenburg, Sweden. Andreas has a very manly style because he can often be seen wearing structured blazers, and form fitting leather jackets. that serve to accentuate his natural physique. From the sixteen images depicted below, one can get an idea of how he tailors the latest trends to suit his individuality. Notice how his tapered pants, and leather jackets jive well with the recent 1980s revival, but he still manages to exude the confidence of his own personal touch by doing things such as adding a large textured scarf (picture 8) or creatively wearing a denim jacket underneath a blazer (picture 7). This creative approach to fashion creates a style that is varied and not monotonous. Even with a quick glance from a distance, a close friend will easily be able to identify Andreas because of his trade mark stylistic qualities.

From the pictures above we can gather that Andreas uses classically tailored blazers and jackets as the canvas for his style, and then adds unique items of flare to draw attention to his personality.  Jackets and blazer form the core to most of his looks. Uniquely styled items such as scarves, bags, and boots quickly amp up the personality of any outfit! Let us analyze one of his outfits to learn some of his stylistic properties. 

This is a very utilitarian style that is extremely adaptable because it is as equally effective for a night out with the boys, as it is for attending college classes. His jeans are not excessively tight, nor baggy, and this allows for them to fit nicely into his boots when tucked in. The grey hoodie is perfect for winter and spring months as it provides added protection from rain or snow. Grey is a neutral colour and adds an edgy badboy appeal to this outfit. Andreas finishes off the look with a nicely tailored black leather jacket. It is important to note that when purchasing a leather jacket, the tighter the fit, the better. A good fitting leather jacket serves to amplify the natural contours of your body.

 

So in order to attain this particular look displayed by Andreas you will require the following key pieces.

For more inspirational looks such as this one, visit Andreas’ blog: http://blogg.veckorevyn.com/andreasstil/

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