6 Chic Pieces That I Swear Take My Spring Outfits From Subpar to Sophisticated

There's no better time than the beginning of a new season to give your closet a stylish refresh. This spring is no exception. When getting ready in the morning, I have one main goal: to get ready with ease without sacrificing style. This year, I have found some key pieces that inject an elevated feel into the most basic of outfits. In fact, any time I incorporate one (or more) of these pieces into my look, I am guaranteed to get complimented—a very welcomed bonus.
To be clear, I always aim to curate a chic rotation of outfits that feel timeless and effortless all at once, but with the addition of standout options, the whole thing reaches the next level. This season, these come in the form of sleek slingback heels, elegant knits, classic belts, and more. Ahead, you can check out six chic pieces I swear by for taking my spring outfits from subpar to sophisticated without any heavy lifting.
1. Elevated Sweater Sets
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2. White Button-Down Shirt
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3. Trench Coat
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4. Black Slingback Heels
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5. Versatile Belt
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I'm obsessed with cuffed jeans.
6. Black Trousers
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Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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