I Want to Look Elegant This Spring—7 Easy Outfits I Know Will Nail the Brief
After hours of scrolling on my Instagram feed, I managed to find seven chic but classic outfits I'll be copying this spring. Scroll down to see them.
It's felt as if winter would never end; however, with spring just over a month away, the good news is that sunny evenings and warmer days will soon be upon us. And, of course, this means that I have my sights firmly on the outfits that I’ll be wearing next season. Now, as a self-proclaimed minimalist, I’m the first to admit that my outfits can sometimes feel too ”samey” and a little bit boring. So for spring 2026, I’m on the hunt for formulas that remain chic and refined, but feel slightly more elevated and have that cool London-girl edge I'm looking for.
Now, if you’re a pared-back dresser like me, never fear, as I have no plans to follow every fleeting trend or fad this season. Rather, for spring 2026, I’ve decided that I’m all about easy but elevated elegance, or in other words, the kind of outfits that seamlessly blend timelessness with on-trend appeal. And naturally, I turned to my favourite fashion people for inspiration ahead of the new season. After hours of scrolling on my Instagram feed, I managed to select the seven key outfit formulas I'll be borrowing this spring, all of which perfectly strike the balance between polished and effortlessly cool.
Keep scrolling to see and shop seven outfit ideas that I'll be copying from now and well into spring.
7 Easy but Elegant Outfits to Copy in Spring 2026
1. Suede Coat + Lightweight Knit + Tailored Trousers
Style Notes: One of my main resolutions for 2026 was to add more colour to my minimalist wardrobe, and a light teal knit will provide the pop of colour that I’m looking for without feeling too out there. I’ll be taking a cue from Chloe and styling it with neutrals such as the beige suede coat, black tailored trousers, and dark brown leather loafers above.
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A coat well worth the investment.
Such a pretty shade.
Lace accessories are in this season.
Reformation's Mason pants are.a bestseller for good reason.
So sleek.
2. Trench Coat + Slip Dress + Mules
Style Notes: I cannot wait for slip dress season to start, and to keep things looking even more elegant, I’ll be pairing a trending lace-hem iteration with a classic trench coat and low-heeled mules. It’s simple, sophisticated, and, most importantly, will never date.
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If you already own a classic beige trench, why not opt for this khaki hue instead?
Dress up with mules or down with ballet flats.
The ideal heel height, in my opinion.
I love the shape of this.
3. Leather Bomber + Jeans + Slingbacks
Style Notes: A sleek leather bomber jacket is just the ticket to keeping you warm on chillier spring days. Opt for straight-leg jeans and elegant slingbacks to complete this timeless look.
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You'll reach for this no matter the season.
An easy layering piece.
No one does denim quite like Agolde.
Simple, classic and easy to style.
This is high up on my luxury wishlist.
Truly iconic.
4. Leather Jacket + Lace Top + Midi Skirt
Style Notes: When you want something that's slightly more polished than jeans, an a-line midi skirt will do the trick. Me personally? I'd opt for a fully monochrome look and finish it off with leather accessories.
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Proof that faux-leather can look just as expensive as real fabrications.
How pretty is this?
Linen season is almost upon us.
The gold heels are a nice touch.
Top-handle bags will always get a yes from me.
5. Long Coat + Shorts + Boat Shoes
Style Notes: I, for one, cannot wait to get my shorts out for the new season, but we all know by now that spring is not synonymous with warm weather here in the UK. On those chillier days, I plan to throw a maxi coat over my shorts and tee combo and add some boat shoes to add some polish to the look.
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This sells out every year.
This will act as the base layer for so many of your outfits.
These come in eight other colours.
Everyone will think these are designer.
Roomy enough for just the bare essentials.
6. Blazer + Capri Pants + Mesh Flats
Style Notes: Capri pants split the fashion world when they had a moment last year, and these controversial cropped leggings have officially circled back into the spotlight for 2026. A relaxed blazer will make them feel dressed up, and mesh ballet flats give the outfit a cool girl edge.
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Great for the office as well.
A tank top will serve you well from now until early autumn.
The styling possibilities are endless.
An icon in the making.
We're big fans of DeMellier here at Who What Wear UK.
7. Lightweight Knit + Satin Skirt + Flip-Flops
Style Notes: I live in satin skirts all year round, but they really come into their own weather warms up. For spring, I'd opt for a lighter hue like cream and champagne and pair it with a tonal knit and contrasting black or chocolate brown accessories. This is a look that you can take from the office to an evening dinner with ease.
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This is perfect for chillier spring days.
This comes in so many other colours and patterns.
Tassel necklaces are trending again this year.
An investment sandal you'll reach for year after year.
No one will believe this is from the high street.
