Living in NYC, I don’t care what you say—the weather has not been very nice this spring so far. We had a few days of 70°F weather, and since then, I’ve been back in my fall coats and saying “I’m cold” again, so I’m very much excited to be going on a trip to L.A. with its consistently nice, sunshiny weather.
Since I’ll be there for an entire month, I’ve been thinking through what I want to pack. I tend to gravitate toward a more minimalist wardrobe that's comfortable but still looks put-together, and I love having outfit formulas to make things easier. Instead of throwing a random assortment into my suitcase, it helps make sure I bring combinations that actually make sense.
For inspiration, I started looking through photos—from L.A.-born and -raised Devon Lee Carlson to New York–turned–L.A. influencer Christie Tyler.
Below, I’ve put together a few warm-weather outfits inspired by ones I’ve seen people wearing in Los Angeles recently.
Quarter-Sleeve Top + Knee-Length Skirt
Of course, Devon Lee Carlson comes to mind when I think of Los Angeles. She paired a quarter-sleeve top with a knee-length skirt, which is as effortless as it gets.
T-Shirt + Pointelle Skirt
I had already planned on bringing my CDLP Ribbed Stretch Lyocell and Cotton-Blend T-Shirt and Cou Cou pointelle slip skirt in black, so seeing this outfit validated that. When it's warm, I love wearing pointelle since it's so easy and breathable.
Tank Top + Capris + Kitten-Heel Sandals
The three-piece outfit I keep coming back to for spring in NYC is a trench coat, capris, and kitten heels, so this is a similar concept, except with a strappy tank top.
Trench Coat + Capris + Ballet Flats
I definitely will still be bringing my Rue Sophie trench coat for when it's cool in the morning or evenings, styled with capris and my Carel ballet flats.
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