Add Spring to your wardrobe...

Style Theory: Stunning Spring outfits...dust off your 'capsule collection' clothes hanging in your wardrobe and pair them with a few gorgeous, thought out, 'on trend' items for fresh and Spring-like look.

Spring is most definitely in the air, the blossom buds are decorating the trees, the daffodils are starting to burst through the soil, the sunshine is making a much welcomed appearance.....and I am thinking about my Spring wardrobe!! It is so nice to be pondering that maybe, just maybe I can shed my thick heavy parka that has become like a second skin and instead wear something lighter, a lightweight parka, a bomber or my a pastel coat. The opportunities are endless.....!! So to start off here are a selection of the Streetstyle looks inspiring me this Spring:

The pink coat trend continues..

Pastel outerwear looks striking 

Pale blue shoes are having their season in the spotlight -  Zara has some beautiful versions.

Double denim still looks chic,  work a pale denim/chambray shirt on top with darker denim jeans for a flattering look.

The layered coat look is ideal for Spring the UK. 

Animal print slip ons are a Spring 'must have.'

Laid back cool look.

The black shift dress looks fabulous with the two colour brogues.

Isabel Marant gets it right every season, I love these trousers paired with the heels and delicately frilled top. 

Brogues feature for another year. 

A denim dress will last from spring (wear now with tights and ankle boots) through to Autumn. 

All images above via Pinterest

Here are some day outfit ideas for Spring, I have pulled together basic/ capsule collection pieces that I have in my wardrobe and added some new 'on trend' items in a new colour or shape to add a touch of SS14 to the look:

 SPRING PASTELS

The Capsule Item:
Skinny Jeans - Topshop Baxter Jeans £40

The 'On Trend' Items:
Coat - Similar @ Asos Vintage Cocoon Coat £110
Jumper - Topshop Bobble Jumper £75 
Bag - Topshop Suede Tassel bag £60
Shoes - Office

STRIPES vs CHECKS

The Capsule Items:
Trench Coat - Gap UK available in store £59.95
Breton Top - Boden £25
Skinny Jeans - Asos Ridley Jeans £32

The 'on trend' items:
Scarf - Topshop £18  similar here
Trainers: Urban Outfitters New Balance £60

THE DENIM DRESS

The Capsule Items:
Denim Dress - Topshop Moto Denim Dress £38
Leopard print pumps - KG for Kurt Geiger Lacey Shoes £110

The 'on trend' items
Lightweight Parka - Hooded Parka £60
Gold Cuffs - H&M £9.99
Backpack - New Look £19.99

CASUAL COOL

The 'Capsule collection' item:
Breton top -  Boden £25
Grey Jeans -Topshop Moto Super Soft Skinny Jeans £38
Navy coat -  Zara Wool Coat £69.99

The 'on trend' items:
Scarf - Accessorize £19
Bag - Zara £39.99
Trainers - Adidas Superstar £62

Now for My Style over the last couple of days, I haven't quite launched into Springwear yet but may have purchased a new spring like pair of New Balance trainers and a couple of the items above..more to follow!

For a trip to the London Aquarium with the littles..an amazingly beautiful day and a fabulous walk along South Bank..!

Jacket: Zara
Jeans: MiH
Polo neck: H&M
Trainers: John Lewis

Went out for drinks with University friends in London, it was a fab night and I loved wearing my new Primark bomber (it was £10 in the sale!) which the lovely Michelle from MyFashionable40s bought and I promptly copied!

Bomber: Primark (£10!)
Sweater: Whistles
Denim Jacket: Warehouse
Trousers: Topshop
Shoes: M&S

A night out for the last of my little sister's 30th birthday party's at the Farrs School of Dancing bar in Dalston, full of very cool, young trendy people, it is fair to say I stood out like a sore thumb..next time I need to think less is more..!

Shirt: H&M
Jeans: Gap
Shoes: M&S
Necklace: H&M

So there is my round up of Spring inspiration, outfits and my style....come on Spring we are waiting for you to truly arrive!

Next time..what to wear on a beautiful Spring evening, 

I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, till next time Frances x