Selection: 20 clothes that make us look forward to spring

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

My wardrobe now has 4 colors galore: white, blue, gray and beige.

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

I've always liked pink, and it turns out that the color suits me well . I appreciate color in itself, but also because of its divisive nature, so much so that I feel like people are running away from it. Yet, it brings a touch of relaxed lightness and casual elegance , perfect for summer evenings. Nawal talks about it much better than me in her article on ideas about pink (and how to wear it with style) .

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

Coming back to the B&B t-shirt, I'm ultimately not going to keep it because its cut doesn't suit my body type, but it might suit yours! As an alternative, I have already found its replacement at Maison Cornichon , in “millennials” pink, the color of an entire generation.

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

We are also going to release a slub 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.

Besides, if you want outfit ideas, Jordan offers you pink to wear with Panache:

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

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

I like the work of Denim Custom Service:

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

• These white 180s that I can imagine very well in the middle of a beautiful flower bed , worn without fuss with slightly faded jeans and a pink shirt.

• A cream shaggy style polo shirt from AKOG :

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

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

For the road: to pair with hands full of dirt, dirty jeans and a fearless overshirt: 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 quite a bit from American heritage with real know-how. They are going a little further in creation these days. This is not simply a revival of US coins. Each time they rework the cuts or add details. 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 make a lot of noragis, traditional pieces. They have quite a few pretty strong patterns and prints, including some that transform the smiley face in interesting ways for example.

It is very little distributed in France. In store, you can find them at Jinji, the only place in Paris as far as I know.

There, for example, on this wide cargo bag, I really like the work on the pockets and the little detail on the belt. I was looking for a cargo ship with a vintage feel and this one really caught my eye! A small budget but my birthday is April 27th. I say it like that.

Seeing the extravagant outfits from the K&T e-shop, many would close the tab, put their phone in their pocket and go back to their lives saying “no, not for me”.

I think that when we are faced with such an exercise in creativity, it is precisely the time to dig deeper . To unearth the nuggets that 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 . Kitch stripes that make it charming but not ugly. We owe this to the harmony of colors and the reliefs worked on his knitting stitch. No one will be able to deny it, the latter brings something extra.

I see it worn 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 while traveling, it's “lounge wear”. Robert therefore wanted to make stylish pajamas, which could easily be mismatched, with some codes from the tailoring world .

He took particular care of the collar, and the edging on the sleeves, on the throat and the ankles give a lot of charm to this piece.

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

It's 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 quite 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's really an atypical and intriguing set, which perfectly mixes European elegance with the functionality of oriental tailoring art (the PT PJs are made in Kuwait, by the Wear Jabs brand, whose founder is friends with Robert ).

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

I talked about it in my good resolutions for this year : 2024 will be a more tailoring year. I'm actually starting to own quite a few, for the summer months.

I am therefore very on the lookout for proposals from brands, and especially new, slightly original forms of costume . You will find overshirts + pants (like our Nevada + Poetto set), kimonos + 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 ​​a suit without a jacket, just a vest. It's another form of elegance. This also helps keep the price down a little because a vest costs less than a jacket (less material used, simpler construction).

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

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

Boccia is an Italian family based in Naples that sold fabric in the 19th and 20th century for making custom-made 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 purchased these fabrics which had been lying dormant for over 50 years, to repurpose them.

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

And these are the end of the 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 costume with only a vest. From constraint comes creativity , as they say.

Talking about this costume 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 Scott Fraser Collection website). SFC) and customs fees to be paid in addition, Brexit requires .

So the £465 suit quickly becomes €600, or a little more, counting everything (VAT + shipping + customs). It's not cheap but more acceptable if we consider that the whole thing is made in London and to order, therefore with a certain level of customization (we choose the cut of the pants, the length, the presence of tightening tabs or no, etc.).

My mother always told me: in April, don't uncover yourself by 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 behind it.

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 the selections of Antoine and Edouard, who are ultimately my two greatest inspirations. I love you my dads! OK, kiss.

For my part, I chose balloon pants (one of my favorite shapes) from the Workware brand. Very light pants, important for me because they're super pleasant 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, which I want to put together for when it starts to get better in the spring. And even for the start of summer.

The Parisian gray cheers me up, it's time to bring some color into it all. I can't wait to bring out my colorful blazer jackets . Since my arrival in Paris, I started collecting them. Mainly in thrift stores, with structured, oversized cuts and pop colors, straight out of the 80s. For my new acquisition, I want a spring color.

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

For my part, I am impatiently 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 appreciate 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 easily adapts 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 shines. shows more generous. What I also like about this shirt is its practical side because I can tie it around the waist. Which allows me to adapt my look depending on 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 think 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 combined with sneakers for a classic look, with jeans of 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 the hair or as a belt for a more retro look.

While waiting for the sunny days to arrive, I can't help but anticipate the many occasions where I will be able to wear this shirt inherited from my father. With its retro charm and timeless look, it is the centerpiece of my spring wardrobe.

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