Taking winter pieces to spring

Summer dresses aren’t just for summer. Bring your summer frocks into spring this year by layering on your favorite winter cardigan or open-front sweater. Add a belt at the smallest part of your waist for an instant hourglass shape no matter what your figure. If Katie Holmes is doing it, you know it’s chic.

PBP

Forget the little black dress. This winter, you were looking for the perfect black pants and you found them. Now that it’s spring, don't shelve them to focus on your brighter spring colors. You can wear black year 'round; just go for lighter accent colors -- a fun top, belt, shoes or all three -- when you rock the black pant during the warmer months. Check out actress AnnaLynne McCord, who has warmed up her perfect pants with funky shoes, a light top and wow-factor belt
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These boots were made for walking… anytime

Don’t push your boots to the back of the closet because the weather is above freezing. Just wipe off the salt stains and get them ready for springtime wear. Boots can look super chic and springy when they’re paired with a flouncy skirt or dress. Katherine Heigl is rocking the look here, and she gets bonus points for the sweater. She’s totally mixing up her seasonal wear to hit the right level of warmth and style.

Sharp chic

Blazers are a classic for spring style. They work as a light spring jacket and add a tailored look to casual wear. Olivia Palermo exemplifies effortless chic with this blazer and skinny pant combo. If you’ve been wearing the same black suit all winter, take the jacket and use it as your spring blazer. Just remember to dryclean the entire suit together to keep both pieces the same color.

Peel off a layer

You know that jean and sweater go-to outfit you’ve been sporting this season? You don’t have to give it up just because it’s too warm for wool. Instead, ditch the sweater and replace it with a vest. Anything you layered under you sweater -- t-shirts, button-downs, even tanks -- will look good under a structured vest. Take a peek at Blake Lively pulling this basic undershirt and jeans into an outfit with a vest.

We can’t wait to get back to picking outfits based on style and comfort instead of pure warmth. We’ve been counting down the days since the first hint of winter. Whoot, whoot for warm weather!