Spring 2018 shopping list

The pieces in the Spring capsule have been especially chosen to bring freshness, colour and some pattern into your wardrobe. The colours are reminiscent of a spring morning when the sunshine peeks through the clouds and the bulbs are displaying their pretty flowers.

The capsule pieces

There is subtle pattern mixing and alternatives selections offered in both the brighter and lighter muted tones to work with your personal colouring. At a transitional time of year, this capsule allows you to add in extra layers as the weather dictates. Just click on the main image for each piece to go directly to it. You will find the alternative suggestions below the description for each capsule piece.

Your shopping list

Floral duster coat

Free People floral kimono coat

Spring is a great time to inject both pattern and colour into your wardrobe and a knee length floral duster coat is a fresh and fun lighter layer to add to your spring outfits.

Alternatives: Orlain floral jacket - Free People half moon printed jacket - NY Collection kimono jacket - London Fog polka dot coat - Romwe suede duster jacket - State open face jacket - DVF dress/tunic Plus size: NIC+ZOE Traveler cardigan - Evans bell sleeve kimono Petite size: Halogen linen cardigan - Eileen Fisher cardigan

Fray edge statement sleeve jacket

Frayed Bell Sleeve Jacket

Why have one trend in your basics when you can have two, or even three? This jacket is black so works as a neutral but it has texture in the tweed and the frayed edges, and also has the statement sleeves that are still current for Spring 2018. This is a three season piece that will be wearable for autumn and the milder winter months too. Alterbatives: Pookie and Sebastian tweed jacket - Anthropologie tied sleeve blazer - Vertigo Paris tweed blazer - Boden sylvia jacket Plus size: Talbots chambray blazer - Fringe tweed jacket - Kumer 3/4 open face blazer Petite: Calvin Klein one button blazer - Auline solid color knit blazer

Teal long length handkerchief hem cardigan

Meanor's women's long sleeve asymmetric drape maxi cardigan

Teal is one of those fabulous colours that works for both warm and cool skin tones and has a timeless quality to it. The uneven hemline avoids adding harsh horizontals to your outfit so it helps to skim over any bits that may not be your favorite. It can be worn open or belted as you wish. Alternatives: Brochu Walker belted cardigan - Courtyard cardigan - NIC+ZOE spring knit cardigan - Lieth dollman sleeve cardigan - Topshop puff sleeve cardigan Plus size: Generic women's tweed jacket - Any Day women's cardigan Petite: Free People all washed out cardigan - Caslon relaxed cardigan - Nic+Zoe white sand dunes cardigan

Cropped Flare Denim Jeans

Organic cotton blend flare pants

Crop flare jeans are an easy transition choice for Spring when the weather can be changeable. They work well with sandals on warmer days and still look good with boots when the sun is not shining. Alternatives: Halogen flare jeans - Hudson skinny jeans - Crop mini boot jeans - Carolyn crop jeans - Halogen wide leg crop jeans Plus size: - Universal Standard tapered ankle jeans - Curves 360 straight leg jeans - NYDJ boot cut jeans Petite size: Topshop black flared pants - Halogen flared leg denim - Fleetwood crop flare jeans

Chino Trousers

Ellos chino trousers

Alternatives: Tommy Hillfiger cuffed trousers - Tie waist gingham trousers - Tommy Hillfiger printed chino trousers - Wayf orchid crop trousers - Topshop luca trousers - Rachel lavender blue chino pants Plus size: NIC+ZOE ankle strap pants - Sejour straight leg ankle pants - Louben suit pants Petite size: Lee midrise essential chino - NYDJ women's relaxed chino

Yellow print a-line skirt

Printed cotton a-line skirt

Alternatives: City Chic floral embroidery skirt - Cece point wrap skirt - Emerson tie skirt - Foxcroft double knit skirt - Tori lace skirt - Boden emboridery skirt - Ermonn printed skirt - Dasbayla printed skirt - Ann Klein asymmetrical skirt - Cos linen skirt Plus size: Talbots a-line waist tie skirt - Alfani printed pencil skirt - Talbots tweed wrap skirt - Lace stripe pencil skirt - Taydey vintage pleated skirt Petite size: Toad & Co oblique skirt - Taydey vintage pleated skirt

Classic Denim Skirt

Lexi women's stretch denim skirt The knee length denim skirt is just as classic as a pair of jeans and yet works so well when the weather warms up and we long to feel the sunshine on our skin again. Use these as an alternative to a pair of jeans and break the jeans and t-shirt cycle. Alternatives: The Mogan denim skirt - Zeagoo's split front button skirt - Ice Cool dark blue denim skirt - Kaachli women's calf length pleated skirt - Gooket high waist a-line skirt - Anna Kaci chambray skirt Plus size: Lauren Ralph Lauren denim wash skirt - RWN dark pencil skirt - Lexi perfect fit denim skirt - Bargain Catalogue women's denim skirt Petite size: Unknown regular fit denim skirt - Halogen front tie denim skit

Teal dress

Zara teal textured ruffle sleeve dress

A simple dress and yet it has the ruffle sleeves to add interest. At knee length you can wear it lose or belt it shorter and wear as a tunic so it becomes a versatile piece. Alternatives: Lost Ink tie waist denim dress - ECI paisley dress - Ali and Jay midi dress - Dress the population midi dress - ASTR lace midi dress - Boden posey shirt dress - Anthropologie wrap dress - Anthropologie vivid stripe dress - Zola midi dress Plus size: Eliza J ruffle shift dress - Lafayette teal dress - Adrianna asymmetrical chiffon dress - Lost Ink tie waist shirtdress Petite size: Felicity & Co bell tie dress - Eliza J blush bell sleeve dress - Tahari sheeth dress

White scoop neck top

Stella Carakaski white scoop neck top

A good quality soft white top is a staple basic which works with warm and cool skin tones. A simple top that works to support hero pieces. Alternatives: Boohoo peplum red top - Free people olive tee - Vince Camuto tie-sleeve top - Michael Stars flutter tee - Caslon ballet neck tee - Karen Kane bell sleeve top - Caslon eyelet trim top - Gamisote women's long shirt Plus size: Ava and Viv scoop neck top - Heirloom ruffle bell sleeve ribbed top Petite size: BP peplum tee - Vince Camuto ruffle sleeve top - Eileen Fisher ballet neck top

Asymmetric long white front print blouse

Asymmetric long white front print blouse

This is a white shirt that packs in the interesting features. The hem is asymmetric and there is a statement pattern to one sleeve and and down one side. A great distractor for those with a tummy or who like to treat their basics more like hero pieces. Alternatives: Unibelle long ruffled hem sleeve - Jessicalove hi-low ruffled blouse - Geometric print button down top - Yesno loose button down shirt - LaCouler asymmetrical hem blouse - Yes No Q18 women's loose button down shirt - Cos waisted shirt - Cos peplum cotton shirt Plus size: Foxcroft serena knotted tunic - Eileen Fisher asymmetrical hem chiffon tunic - Foxtrot chambray blouse - Talbots popline side-tie top - Flounce seeve pop-over stripe blouse Petite size: Zeagoo shirt dress - Felicity and Coco tie waist shirt dress

Coral cowl kneck top

Caslon knit top Coral, like teal is a universal colour as it is a combination of both the cooler pink and the warmer orange and hence looks good on many different skin tones. It is a colour that evokes springtime bulbs and has a feminine edge to it. This top is super versatile as it can be worn either off shoulder or as a cowl neck insteadStriped white and blue Breton style top

Alternative: Anthropologie fleece top - Vince Camuto bell sleeve- Sheln off shoulder striped blouse - Affani v-neck poet sleeve top Plus size: Foxtrot tie sleeve chambray top - Foxcoft wrap top - Dantelle lace hem top - Melissa Keyhole top - Caslon bell sleeve top - NC print long sleeve top Petite: Style and Co front knot tie top - JM Collection crochet sleeve top

Multi layered print top

Muti layered print top

This piece is a subtle hero. It has pattern but is not too loud and the range of colours within it means you can take it down either a muted or a brighter pathway, depending what you add to it. It works well on its own without a layering piece too, and can be worn out or is thin enough to be tucked, without adding lots of bulk. Alternatives: Clottile off shoulder top - Fresco Petals ruffle blouse - Vince Camuto tiered sleeved top- Mordenmiss abstract print pocket blouse Plus size: Michael Kors diuble hem top - Poplin side tie top - Talbots embroidered scallop edge top Petite: Caslon eyelet bell sleeve top - XTX polka dotted flared sleeve top

Striped white and blue Breton style top

Striped white and blue Breton style top

Stripes are such a classic and they add freshness to spring colours. They are the neutral of the pattern world and are an easy piece to use if you are new to experimenting with pattern mixing. Alternatives: Anthropologie striped tie blouse - Maeve embroidered blouse - Madewell soft stripe blouse - US GreatGorgeous bell sleeve pinstriped top - POGTMM striped shirt top Plus size: Sejour drawstring blouse - Vince Camuto tiered sleeve blouse - Ellos boat neck tee Petite: Vince Camuto side drawstring tee - Sanctuary eyelet stripe contrast top

Denim Sandals

Denim Sandals

Denim is both a neutral or colour but these sandals add versatility to your outfit. They can make you casual items like jeans looks a little dressier or make the dressier items look a little more casual. Alternatives: Sole Society loafer - Kate Spade flats - Bella Vita ribbon tie block heel - Splendid block heel sandal - Sam Edelman woven block heel - Boden navy sandals - Boden tisha heels

Pair of floral scarves

Pair of floral scarves

Two lightweight floral scarves that work across the capsule. The coral in both scarves adds femininity to the more masculine pieces such as the denim and black tweed jacket, and provides the opportunity for subtle pattern mixing to other key items in the capsule such as the floral duster coat.

Alternatives: Onnea lightweight square scarf - Charmeuse slik scarf - Charmeuse butterfly shawl - Mantero square silk scarf

White canvas sneakers

White canvas sneakers

A classic and versatile shoe that can go with many outfits in this capsule.

Alternatives: Nataly ballet choked sneakers - Caslon embroidered sneakers - AGL lace sneaker - Kate Spade floral embroidered sneaker - Prada sneaker

Teal Handbag

Teal handbag

A teal suede handbag that works for both day or evening, casual or dressy. It creates a statement being in an unusual colour and yet is very versatile as it works with both warm or cool colours. Can be carried over the shoulder or carried as a tote.

Alternatives: Vince Camuto elva satchel - Renee shoulder bag - Kate Spade leather shoulder bag - Selena faux leather backpack - Alyssa three compatment handbag

Yellow daisy print scarf

Yellow daisy print scarf

Fresh as a daisy, this scarf adds light near your face and brings the sunshine into your

spring outfit. Alternatives: WS lightweight shawl wrap - Kimloong butterfly wrap - WS black bohemian shawl wrap

Star chain drop earrings

Star chain drop earrings

A subtle piece that will add a touch of elegance to your look.

Alternatives: Baublebar disc drop earrings - Lana hoop earrings - David Aubrey stone disc earrings - Baublebar venus drop earrings - Kendra scott open drop earrings

Pendant necklace

Pendant necklace

A simple statement necklace to elongate your figure and add both colour and interest to your outfit. AternativesL Kelitch beaded chain necklace - Rock Paradise agate stone necklace - Izaro teal enamel pendant

Bangle/Bracelet

Target mixed bead bracelet

Alternatives: IsaacSong healing gemstone bracelet - Chico's ellie magnetic bracelet - ZX double wrap bracelet - Canvas Jewellery 5 piece semi precious stone - Tory Burch double wrap logo bracelet - A new Day coil bracelet - A new Day thin bracelet with channels

Belt

Leather belt

TFJ high waist belt - Gurscour vintage skinny belt - Rebecca Minkoff suede belt - Halogen velvet belt - Ted Baker hanoy teal leather belt

Coral lipstick

Milani Color Stay coral lipstick

A coral lip colour to suit most skintones. You can always layer your lipstick to make it more warm or cool using a pink or orange, or deeper with a red or brown. Alternatives: Smashbox cheek color and lipstick - Elizabeth Arden neoclassic coral - Butter London brilliant lip color

10 featured looks that you can share as part of the #spring2018 challenge

This outfit provides a mix of refinement levels so you can put your best foot forward in elevated day wear. Perfect for running errands and still looks good enough for a lunch date afterwards.

This outfit shows layering in a modern way with short over long. The jeans ground the outfit, yet the fray edge jacket and denim sandals elevate the basics, and these in turn support the long-line print white shirt which is the hero piece. Add the teal handbag and a pair of earring and you have enough to make a stylish outfit.

keeping it light and bright today with the coral top paired with the neutral chinos and the white pumps. You can use the coral and white poppy scarf as a headscarf or around your neck or handbag today.

This is like the daffodils of spring in an outfit. Fresh and fun and you have brought the sunshine to your own day. Tuck the top or wear over your skirt (whatever looks best) and feel free to combine with one of the outer layers if you need extra warmth.

This gives a relaxed outfit that has an elevated level of casual style. None of the pieces are bold; this is more of a softened and approachable look.

This is smart casual with a bit more attitude. The denim basics are elevated by the statement fray edge jacket and the unusual handbag colour which adds lift to this.The yellow scarf makes this feel like spring season.

Today is about creating a monochromatic look from the various shades of teal. It has layers of interest created by using different shapes,textures and fabrics. Add a coral lipstick to draw eyes back to your portrait area.

Take the hero piece white shirt and support it with a simple pair of chinos and the denim sandals. A simple look that has a stylish edge.

Another relaxed outfit that is comfortable and yet has a level of polish to it due to the accessories. The floral teal and coral scarf works with the teal cardigan and mixes easily with the striped t-shirt.

Casual looks can be elevated by pattern mixing in the floral duster coat and the floral scarf. The white pumps and soft white top keep it relaxed; whilst the teal handbag adds texture and picks up the colours in the scarf and duster coat.

All outfits and many other options!

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