From a shopping perspective, March is most definitely my favourite time of year. Yes, it's still pretty chilly out, but the shops have started to receive their new spring 2023 collections meaning heavy knits and dark winter coats are being switched out for more uplifting colour palettes, new-season footwear and lots and lots of denim. It’s also the first time we get a teaser for the warmer months ahead and start to believe that we won’t really be stuck in the deepest darkest depths of winter forever... Dramatic, me? Never!

When it comes to shopping, I think its always important to buy pieces that you love and make you feel good, instead of purely focusing on what is in fashion right now. However, I’ve put together a little run down of the key trends for spring 2023 that are already available to buy in high-street stores, so you can keep an eye out when browsing and maybe use as inspiration for new-season dressing. There are always so many iterations of each trend, making it super easy to find something that suits your style.

If you’ve had a chance to read our Spring/Summer 2023 trend report, then you will already know that there is a return to Y2K trends such as denim maxi skirts, cargo pants and grunge, all given a much welcomed grown-up and wearable spin. And whilst this is a key focus for many designers, there is also a host of more delicate, pretty pieces such as ballet skirts, 3D florals, and lingerie-inspired bralets and lace take centre stage this spring. If walking down the street in your bra with a sheer skirt sounds a little OTT for you, rest assured that these are all done in such a way that you could easily incorporate them into your everyday wardrobe.

So, I headed out this week to see what has already landed in store and found my 8 favourite trends you can buy into right now. 

1. Polished grunge

Style Notes: March is the typical time you'll see trench coats in stores as it is a really easy transitional coverup to take you through to spring, however, grunge is back and this faux-leather trench coat from Zara is a really simple (and wearable) way to buy into the trend, but still feels timeless and polished.

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2. Boudoir Detailing 

Style Notes: Underwear detailing and corsetry were key details on the catwalk for spring 2023 and Mango has just dropped its new Selection range which features elevated pieces that fit the bill and will feel special in your wardrobe. Case in point, this bodice dress in a soft shade of mint green. It looks way beyond its high-street price tag and would be perfect for spring weddings and other special events. Styling a strapless midi dress over a shirt like this is not only a key look for spring but shows just how versatile a piece like this can be.

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3. Destination Denim

Style Notes: Unless you have been living under a rock (or not reading your Who What Wear newsletters) you will know that denim is huge for Spring. I don't actually recall a season when there was so much denim on offer across all price brackets. In my last story I said if you buy one piece of denim this season make it a denim skirt and I stand by it. If a maxi skirt feels like too much of a statement then why not try out this wrap skirt from Zara. It ticks a multitude of trends thanks to the utility pockets and a less structured shape, but is such a wearable piece. 

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4. Head-turning texture 

Style Notes: From fringing to sequins and metallic finishes designers have been heavily influenced by how visible their clothes are when photographed on social media of late. This resonates across the board from more statement dresses to everyday pieces such as knitwear. It might also be due to our continued love affair with cream bouclé and monochromatic looks that continue to fill our IG feed, that has meant more textured knitwear is here to stay. H&M are pretty good at quality knitwear, whether you invest in their more classic cashmere pieces or try out their more trend-led items like this cream co-ord. It is most certainly a really great trans-seasonal piece that will keep you cosy on a chilly day and balance out a bare ankle. 

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5. Modern Utility

Style Notes: It all started with the Frankie Shop cargo trousers and skirts last autumn and for spring 2023 designers from Miu Miu to Louis Vuitton have cemented this trend as one of the most sought-after for the season ahead. What is so great about the utility trend is you can be as adventurous with it as you like, with subtle pieces like this satin bomber from Good American or more OTT pieces like this a-line mini skirt from Anthropologie. 

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6. Sheer Notes

Style Notes: Sheer fabrics and details are huge for spring and are a more intriguing way to amp up a look. Forget mini hemlines and plunging necklines, layering a more revealing slip underneath a sheer top or skirt like this piece from Arket will show more confidence and maturity in your styling. And it just so happens that balletic influences were seen all over the catwalk, with full skirts making a return, which means this skirt is ticking all the boxes for SS23.

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7. Y2K Revisted

Style Notes: Bershka is known as one of Inditex's (the Spanish parent group of Zara, Massimo Dutti etc) younger brands, so it's not somewhere I shop from that frequently. That said, their store displays always catch my eye, hence why I tried on these cargo pants and shirt. This is by far one of my absolute favourite looks for spring. The denim cargos had a really nice volume and weight to them (something you only tend to see with a higher price tag) and the shirt was reminiscent of some of my favourite tops from the noughties. 

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8. Home-spun weaves 

Style Notes: Despite the season, knitwear featured heavily on the catwalk this spring but in more playful colours and textures. Spider weaves and jumbo fishnets are something to keep an eye out for as we move further into spring, but already brands like Kitri (which you will find on the high street but at a slightly higher price point) have made crochet weaves a key part of their new season collection. As you can see by how I've styled this skirt, it most definitely doesn't have to been a trend that is restricted to beach holidays and festivals! 

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Waking up, pouring a cup of coffee, maybe hopping in the shower, or hitting the gym; we all have our own unique routine when it comes to kicking off a new day. But one thing we all have no choice but to do is to get dressed for whatever lies ahead. With our constant daily to-do lists, it's not unusual to spend an entire day running from responsibility to responsibility, which is why in 2017, there's nothing more important than a wardrobe that works with you.

It will come as no surprise then that when it comes to the dos and don'ts of getting dressed, the women who inspire our style have one thing in common: They choose comfort and versatility when picking out their outfit.

Whether that means never wearing heels, or staying away from anything too restrictive, six chic women shared exactly what they do and don't do when getting ready. Armed with their advice, we hope getting up on the right side of the bed will feel just a little bit easier. 

Read on to learn the major morning dos and don'ts of stylish women, and then shop pieces to help you nail getting dressed at the beginning of the day…

Don't: Wear Anything That's Not Versatile Enough to Survive the Whole Day

If there's one word that describes Walker's morning outfit decisions, it's comfort. "I never feel uncomfortable. On a normal day, I may attend shows, but I also have buying meetings and I need to feel comfy." For Walker, this means she never starts the day in heels, "I can't work in high heels because my feet always hurt. I tend to wear platforms, and I love that sneakers are so on trend."

When it comes to getting dressed, Mejia has one important rule, "no visible panty lines!" And while picking the right underwear for the day ahead is crucial, she also notes she has one other big no-go when getting dressed. "Being too matchy-matchy (except for denim on denim)." 

For the stylist, dressing is all about dressing in pieces that make her comfortable. "I try not to dress too young," she says. "A good friend once said to me 'if you wore it the first time around, you shouldn't the second time around.' This doesn't apply to clothing that has a nod to a trend but it can't be too literal in design… it won't work." She also notes that when it comes to dressing for work, she avoids pieces that are restrictive or uncomfortable, "it will just irritate me within an hour."

When she's getting ready in the morning, Sabharwal says there's one thing she'll never do, "put my makeup on before I'm fully dressed." And when it comes to picking out what to wear, she says unless she's off to the gym, shiny leggings are to be avoided. "Keep a little to the imagination," she notes. "And if you are going to do it, make sure to avoid underwear lines."

Since her busy schedule leaves her constantly on the go, Lee knows that it's all about clothing that can get you through anything. "Entrepreneurship has left a lot less time for everything else in my life, so versatility and comfort became increasingly important filters for my personal style," she says. "I avoid anything that distracts me from focusing on what's important; so I gravitate toward beautiful clothes that I can live and work in."

When it comes to morning rituals, the designer has one that's pretty darn important, "I never get dressed without checking the weather forecast." Nonoo notes that walking to work every day means that being prepared is key to making through the day unscathed. "Every good New Yorker lives by the weather forecast or faces the consequences at their own peril," she says.

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