If there's one telltale sign that spring is approaching in the Who What Wear UK office, it's the sudden flurry of shared outfit inspiration. My folders are filling up with outfit screenshots, our Slack channels are dotted with links labelled things like "The perfect spring denim?" and "This jacket is very you" and my Pinterest boards have quietly shifted from chunky knits to lighter layers and breezy shirts. It's that time of year when every fashion editor I know starts mentally reorganising their wardrobe: what stays, what gets packed away and what gaps need filling, ready for the months ahead. Spring dressing is always a bit of a reset; we want pieces that feel fresh but still practical enough for the unpredictable British weather. Lately, the conversations between my fellow editors and me are about light outerwear, great denim and the kind of everyday staples that make getting dressed easier.
On my latest scroll through Whistles’ new-in section, I found myself pausing more than usual. I visit the site when I want pieces that feel current yet grounded in everyday wearability, and right now the selection feels especially aligned with what I want my spring wardrobe to look like. Think lightweight jackets you can throw over anything, relaxed shirts that work just as well with denim as with tailoring and shoes that quietly pull an outfit together. What I like most is that Whistles' spring pieces don't feel overly trend-led; they're the sort of items you reach for repeatedly throughout the year. As someone who spends a lot of time thinking about cost-per-wear (a hazard of the job), this is always the sweet spot. I bookmarked these pieces because I can picture myself wearing them to the office, out for dinner or packing them for a last-minute weekend trip without overthinking.
After a few rounds of back-and-forth in the group chat, a handful of standouts quickly emerged; some classic, some a little more directional, but all very wearable. Denim is a big theme for spring 2026, so it's no surprise that wide-leg jeans made the cut, alongside a few lightweight jackets that feel ideal for this tricky between-seasons period. Light tops are another category we all agree on; the right striped or relaxed button-down is an essential. Below, I've rounded up the 15 items that made it onto our shared spring wish list.
Shop My Favourite Spring Pieces From Whistles:
Every editor I know owns some variation of a striped polo shirt.
A bomber in dark camel is so chic this time of year.
Is it too soon to bring out skirts? I think not.
The fringe details on the sleeves sold me.
A Mary Jane, flats and mule hybrid? Yes, please.
This whole look is a vibe.
Expect to see a lot of cobalt blue this spring/summer.
Whistles jeans are some of the best I've tried, and this wide-leg cut is a fail-safe choice.
These trainers speak for themselves.
A light—and chic— layer for those breezy spring days.
An elasticated waist = guaranteed comfort.
The styling possibilities are endless all year round.
Is it even spring without a trench coat?
The matching trousers take it to a whole new level.
Chocolate loafers will always be a staple in my book.
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