I wanted to start this post…even though it’s a fashion post, with a little inspiration! I’m trying to be very conscious of how I’m spending my time and purposefully creating memories in my life!

Now, on to Spring trends, my wishlist and another understated outfit idea for Valentine’s Day!

When I can’t think of anything else to wear…I put on a pair of jeans! I just keep buying them but I would like to expand my fashion options this spring and find other kinds of bottoms to wear. It’s so much easier in summer because there are pretty dresses to wear but I hate nothing more than to be cold.

I recently did a big closet clean out and let go of so many things, which does make getting dressed easier, but now I’m feeling the need to find a few really great “investment” pieces that are colorful and classic and that I will keep forever!

Keep scrolling for a few things I’ve been eyeing recently that might just show up really soon and also for details on this affordable look I’m wearing here!

The one part of this outfit that I would’t necessarily put in the “affordable” category are my Gucci shoes, but I would put them in the “keep forever” category. I’m sure I’ll wear them until I wear them out and they elevate any outfit I choose to put them with! When I bought these in Paris, I was looking for something classic that could be worn with a number of different looks! These shoes check all of those boxes plus they’re veryh comfortable. For the coming spring season, I’m dying over these retro pumps from Gucci, but I also found these that are much less expensive (although the heel is higher) and these from Tory Burch that are very cute!

The cute (and warm) faux fur jacket that I’m wearing is from Abercrombie and was purchased last season! It’s so neutral that I’ve worn it with everything and I think it looks much more expensive that it actually was! I’ve linked several faux furs in the boutique below that you may like! My jeans are new from Mother (the Hustler Ankle Fray) and they are more light weight denim making them perfect for spring! They don’t look ankle length on me so just remember that I’m 5;4” if you decide to order. I’m wearing a size 25 and they fit true to size.

The sweater is a cardigan from Loft and is on major sale right now! I love it because of the creamy color and just a touch of red and pink trim so it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day, or any day! I would also wear this sweater with off white jeans for a more spring time look!

Soon, I’ll be doing a full trend report for spring, but in case you’re wondering…the trends for spring 2023 include sheer fabrics, low rise waists (finally they’re back and I’m all in), sequins, cobalt blue, boudoir detailing (think corsets and lace), black for summer, heart motifs, (groundbreaking) florals, fringe and more fringe, candy pink, ombre in red, orange and yellow, tailoring in soft shades such as green and grey,

It seems that Covid is officially over when it comes to fashion and we’re going to be dressing up (in color) and going out!

Enjoy the boutique below (which is really my wishlist) if you’re looking to do a little closet refresh. Many of the items are reasonably priced with a few fun exceptions! I especially love the short trench coat from Abercrombie and the beautiful and very feminine sling back heel from Veronica Beard!

Thanks so much for reading! Leave a comment and let me know what trends (if any) you’ll be wearing for spring 2023!