Wondering What to Wear When It's 40 Degrees Out? We've Got You

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Now that daylight savings time has passed, it’s safe to say that spring is well on its way. However, while the temperatures may be rising, they’re not rising that quickly, which means that 40-degree temps are here to stay for the foreseeable future. What does that even mean dressing-wise? Before you can swap out your tights and cozy sweaters for breezy sundresses, we're revisiting what makes sense as far as weather-appropriate dressing.

To help remind you exactly what 40 degrees feels like (buh-bye, below freezing), we’re taking cues from some of our favorite street style stars who have aced dressing for the brink of spring. From a light puffer jacket and leather pants to a dressing up in plaid layers, you’ll be able to stay warm during this transitional time all the way until the flowers are in full bloom.

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Stay warm with a fur-trimmed coat and pair it with warm neutrals to bring in some extra color for spring.

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A '70s-inspired look with a bomber and wide-leg pants are perfect for dressing in slightly above freezing weather.

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A longline furry coat will keep you warm while also letting you wear some lighter pieces underneath.

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A jumpsuit is a perfect throw-on-and-go piece for any moment. Top it off with an on-trend beret that will keep you just cozy enough.

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Shearling coats are not only popular right now, but they'll easily keep you warm if the wind chill starts to kick in. Pair it with a pair of classic jeans to keep the look simple.

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A bright puffer is a great way to bring in color for spring. To give this athleisure trend some extra edge, a pair of leather pants will do the trick.

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If you want to play with mixing plaids, keep your ensemble grounded in some neutrals like a simple turtleneck paired with a more subtle pair of plaid trousers.

Before you know it, spring will be here!

Dale Arden Chong
Editor