my spring basics

The rain has finally let up, here in dreary Seattle-land. The sun has been making an appearance which makes me very happy and dreaming of a real Spring…I so badly want to put away my dark winter layers and start dressing in happy Spring things. Here are some of my Spring basics, some I have in my closet already, some I am planning on adding… I love hearing what other people consider staples in their own closet, so what are your Spring staples?

1|  I have been wearing the same pair of aviators for about 3 years now. I love them. They are my go-to Spring/Summer essential. (especially when I don’t have time to do my makeup in the morning before running out the door, shhh don’t tell!)

2 |  I am going to add these sandals to my closet this Spring. They are a great feminine update to the gladiator. They are a great way to soften up a pair of rolled boyfriend denim or with a pair of patterned shorts (not that it ever gets that hot in Seattle, but a girl can dream!)

3|  I am on the fence about linen. I normally think it’s a horrible fabric because all you have to do is look at it and it wrinkles in a very unattractive way…so these exact pants are probably not in my future. But I do love the basic style of them. They are a modified high waist, I love the crop at the bottom and the tie at the top. So I will keep my eye out for something similar in a different fabric…

4|  I am still all about the statement necklace. It’s an easy way to change up an outfit. I know, I know…I keep hearing it’s all about the statement bangles for Spring. Sorry, I can’t do it! I need my wrists (I am on the computer all day long and those darn bangles just get in the way!) I love sea-foam color of this necklace. I think it would be great to wear dressed up or down for everyday. I love a great statement necklace…

5|  My normal scent is Michael Kors, but for Spring my soon to be sister in law turned me on to this Jo Malone scent and I am obsessed. It’s so light, citrusy (seriously so yummy!) I actually  feel lighter when I wear it. Here is a hint, go ask for a sample of it at the Nordy’s Jo Malone counter…my little sample only lasted a month I was so obsessed but it is a great way to try the scent out!

6|  This clutch is such a lovely peachy/coral color. I love. Practical for everyday? You bet! In fact carrying around a clutch (in my non-scientific opinion) has been better on my back and forced me to carry less plus I look so much more chic in the process. I really do think carrying around a colorful, lighter bag is the easiest, quickest way to update your look for Spring. (Especially if the weather is still crummy and doesn’t allow for sandals and sunnies!)

Image 1 via Nordstrom, Image 2 via Mod Cloth, Image 3 via Urban Outfitters, Image 4 via Oliphant, Image 5 via Jo Malone,  Image 6 via Clare Vivier

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