Selection: 20 clothes that make us look forward to spring

I recently made an observation in my wardrobe: I have been crazy about the beige/cream color in recent months . I have acquired many overshirts, chinos and coats in this shade.

My wardrobe is now stocked with 4 colors in abundance: white, blue, gray and beige.

For this spring, I decided to bring more bright colors into my life . And what made me decide was the recent acquisition of a pink cotton t-shirt from Berg & Berg .

I've always loved pink, and it just so happens that the color suits me . I like the color in itself, but also because of its divisive side, so much so that I feel like people run away from it. However, it brings a touch of casual lightness and nonchalant elegance , perfect for summer evenings. Nawal talks about it much better than I can in her article on ideas about pink (and how to wear it with style) .

I rediscovered this color that had been set aside for a decade with the Juno Bermuda shorts and then the fuchsia pink Soajo that we released in September 2023. I fell in love with it because the color was out of the ordinary, it gave a real retro feel . Over time, the patina and fading will make the color truly unique.

To return to the B&B t-shirt, I will ultimately not keep it because its cut does not suit my body shape, but it might suit yours! As an alternative, I have already found its replacement at Maison Cornichon , in “millennial” pink, the color of an entire generation.

I can already see myself wearing it with raw or bleached jeans, an ecru overshirt, or even a De Bonne Facture blazer in deep shades of gray. And of course, with white sneakers.

We're also going to release a flamed shirt in a beautiful pale pink. Soon on my shoulders. I can already see myself strolling on a beach in Brittany with my sunglasses wedged between two buttons.

By the way, if you want outfit ideas, Jordan suggests pink to wear with Panache:

Spring is that season with uncertain weather. Ultimately, not so different from this beginning of winter.

A time when we always end up with a piece of clothing in our arms, or realize that we are missing a layer. So we go for a sturdy 48-hour Tote bag, which we can have customized.

I like the work of Denim Custom Service:

Spring means renewal, colors and it makes me want to wear white.

• These 180 whites that I can easily imagine in the middle of a beautiful flower bed , worn without any hassle with slightly faded jeans and a pink shirt.

• A cream shaggy polo shirt from AKOG :

The material, the color, the polo collar, a very fine and slightly marked ribbing on the bottom, everything I want for spring .

• Our Poetto pants which will be released on February 15th, and to go with it this vest from Beige Habilleur (without looking at the price):

For the road: to be combined with hands full of earth, dirty jeans and an overshirt that fears nothing: these gardening shoes, made in France, in recycled plastic, from… Drake's !

“Originally designed for gardening, but are so easy to slip on and off you'll want to wear them for everything else. » The new Birks?

Kapital is a Japanese brand that I love, which draws a lot on the American heritage with real know-how. They go a little further in creation these days. It's not just a revival of US pieces. They rework the cuts or add details each time. It's this creative work that I appreciate, and which goes a little further than with other Japanese brands.

I also love their latest lookbook. They do a lot of noragis, traditional pieces. They have a lot of strong patterns and prints, some of which transform the smiley in an interesting way for example.

It is very little distributed in France. In stores, you can find it at Jinji, the only place in Paris to my knowledge.

Here, for example, on this wide cargo, I really like the work on the pockets and the little detail at the belt. I was looking for a cargo in a vintage spirit and this one catches my eye! A small budget but my birthday is on April 27th. I say that like that.

At the sight of the extravagant outfits on the K&T e-shop, many would close the tab, put their phone in their pocket and go on with their lives, saying “nope, not for me”.

I think that when we are faced with such an exercise in creativity, it is precisely the moment to dig . To unearth the nuggets that the deserters will never find, and whose aesthetic can still blend into our outfits .

For me, this is the case with this knitted shirt. Retro as I like them . Kitsch stripes that make it charming but not ugly. We owe that to the harmony of colors and the reliefs worked on its knitted stitch. No one can deny it, the latter brings something extra.

I see her wearing it in front of a spring sunset with a white tank top, a gold chain, beige chinos, black horsebit loafers and a western belt as a reminder. Close your eyes, I'm sure you get the idea too.

Yes, you see pajamas, from the brand The Observer founded by journalist/photographer/designer Robert Spangle , a man of many creative hats.

And he managed to make me want to wear pajamas at home!

Basically, he wanted to create an outfit to spend quiet moments at home or when traveling, it's "lounge wear". Robert therefore wanted to make stylish pajamas, which can be easily mismatched, with a few codes from the tailoring world .

He paid particular attention to the collar, and the edging on the sleeves, throat and ankles gives this piece a lot of charm.

As for the pants, they feature a generous elastic waistband, with long, very visual drawstrings.

It is a surprising but very elegant fabric that he used: a chocolate-colored cotton poplin from Caccioppoli.

And finally, the killer detail is this asymmetrical pocket with a system that allows you to slide your phone directly in without opening the flap. It's pretty easy to understand: the top of the flap is only sewn at its ends, leaving a hole for a smartphone. It "falls" into the pocket, and then you just have to take it by opening the flap, like any pocket.

You can't see it in the photo, but the popover shirt also has two pockets on the sides.

In short, it is truly an atypical and intriguing set, which perfectly mixes European elegance with the functionality of oriental tailoring (the PT PJs are made in Kuwait, by the brand Wear Jabs, whose founder is friends with Robert).

The more time passes, the more I like the costume.

I mentioned it in my New Year's resolutions : 2024 will be a more tailoring year. I'm actually starting to own quite a few of them, for the summer season.

So I'm very much on the lookout for proposals from brands, and especially new, slightly original costume shapes . You'll find overshirts+pants (like on our Nevada + Poetto set), kimono+pants (like at Universal Works for example) and, at Scott Fraser Collection, a 2-piece pants+vest set.

And it was this costume that caught my attention.

I like the idea of ​​the suit without a jacket, with just a vest. It's another form of elegance. It also allows you to contain the price a little because a vest costs less than a jacket (less material used, simpler construction).

I like the shape of the waistcoat on this suit, with discreet buttoning and two slanted patch pockets.

And I like the approach behind this outfit : it’s a so-called “Boccia” costume.

Boccia is an Italian family based in Naples who sold fabric in the 19th and 20th centuries for the making of bespoke suits.

The activity gradually stopped around the 1960s with the rise of ready-to-wear and the company found itself storing fabrics in its archives. Scott Fraser found and bought these fabrics that had been sleeping for more than 50 years, to revalue them.

In this selection of fabrics, you have winter materials (flannel type) but also more summery materials (linen for example).

And these are end of rolls, with little footage. There is not enough to make a real 2-piece suit (jacket + pants), but just enough to make pants and a vest. Hence the idea of ​​the suit with only a vest. From constraint is born creativity , as they say.

Talking about this suit really makes me want to get one. But be aware that Scott Fraser Collection is a British brand: if you order from them, in addition to the £/€ exchange rate (which is not in our favor), you will also have VAT (which is deducted on the SFC website) and customs fees to pay on top, Brexit obliges .

So, the £465 suit quickly becomes €600, or even a little more, if you count everything (VAT + shipping + customs). It's not cheap but more acceptable if you consider that the whole thing is made in London and to order, so with a certain level of customization (you choose the cut of the pants, the length, the presence of tightening tabs or not, etc.).

My mother always told me: in April, don't take off a single thread. So I'm going to get this very colorful little cardigan from Story mfg. Mine won't be blue but green. Well, I think I prefer blue in the end... Anyway, it's 100% organic cotton, the material is beautiful, it's well embroidered. I also like the message on the back.

With this sweater, pants from the same brand that I find incredible: a balloon cut, very loose, with a nice set of pockets.

These two pieces remind me of Antoine and Edouard's selections, who are ultimately my two greatest inspirations. I love you my dads! Come on, kisses.

For my part, I chose balloon pants (one of my favorite shapes) from the Workware brand. Very light pants, important for me because they are super comfortable to wear, especially when it's hot.

To go with it, I also selected a military-inspired vest from the same brand, which ties at the sides. Also in a fairly light gabardine.

To wear underneath, I thought of an oversized sky blue poplin shirt from Kaptain Sunshine.

It's a look with a lot of Japanese inspiration, that I want to compose for when it starts to get better in spring. And even for the beginning of summer.

The Parisian grey is getting on my nerves, it's time to bring some colour into all this. I can't wait to get out my colourful blazer jackets . Since I arrived in Paris, I've started collecting them. Mainly in thrift stores, with structured, oversized cuts and pop colours, straight out of the 80s. For my new acquisition, I want a spring colour.

This jacket from Make My Lemonade really lends itself to the exercise. I have a crush on the Lila color and its fitted cut that I rarely wear but which brings chic without being too much . It will go very well with slightly thinner sweaters and t-shirts from my favorite bands.

For my part, I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of spring. Not only to enjoy the first rays of sunshine but also to be able to wear this piece that I happily take out of the closet every year: a Levi's denim shirt found in New York by my father in the 80s. What I like about this piece is its versatility. It can be worn in many ways, open for a casual look or buttoned up to the collar for a more sophisticated look.

It also adapts easily to the weather, worn over a turtleneck, under a trench or blazer on cooler days, simply over a light t-shirt with a skirt or over a dress when the sun is more generous. What I also like about this shirt is its practical side because I can tie it around the waist. This allows me to adapt my look according to the temperatures throughout the day. It goes easily with several colors such as ecru, white, black as well as with prints.

The arrival of spring also allows me to wear the colors I prefer: pastel shades such as pink, yellow, sea green and sky blue. I find that denim goes wonderfully with these spring shades. A timeless and unisex piece, this shirt is suitable for all occasions. Whether I wear it tucked into white pants paired with sneakers for a classic look, with jeans in the same shade or raw with cowboy boots for a total denim look, with pleated pants and pointed pumps for a more elegant look, with a scarf in my hair or as a belt for a more retro look.

As I wait for the warmer weather to arrive, I can't help but anticipate the many occasions when I'll be able to wear this shirt I inherited from my father. With its retro charm and timeless look, it's the centerpiece of my spring wardrobe.

You can find this classic of the women's wardrobe in thrift stores or on Vinted for example. To do this, you can consult our second-hand buying guide and then watch our practical video session.