12 cute and casual outfit formulas to wear on repeat this spring
Spring is here. Nothing feels nicer than the first rays of warm sunshine on bare skin. Go for a long walk and devour all the newly sprung flowers and greenery. If you are wondering what to wear, look no further than these 12 outfit ideas. They represent the very best casual spring outfits for 2024.
1. Combine your black leather jacket with white clothes
Nothing says spring more than pulling out your leather jacket from storage.
You get the best casual spring outfit by combining your leather jacket with light-colored clothes.
This styling trick works even if your leather jacket is not white.
2. Show your ankles
When the world starts to warm up, the first thing you should let free is your ankles. Take a cue from these ladies. If your jeans are longer, just roll them up.
As you can see in many of the other pictures as well, exposed ankles are key to getting that casual spring look, whatever outfit you are wearing.
If you are tempted by the idea of a capsule wardrobe, do read my article How to Build a 2023 spring capsule wardrobe.
3. It’s time for a blazer
Switch your heavy wool coat for a lightweight blazer and go for a stroll in the spring sun.
Take a seat at an open-air café, sip your coffee, and listen to the birds sing.
When you want to look both sharp and casual, a blazer is the answer.
4. Wear a light-colored sweater with your summer maxi skirt
As spring progresses, it’s time to start incorporating your summer wardrobe into your outfits.
A neat, stylish trick is to put a chunky sweater over your favorite summer dress. This works equally well with your maxi skirt.
You get an outfit that’s both cute and casual.
Already thinking of summer?
Are you wondering how to dress this summer? Check out my article Build your 2023 summer capsule wardrobe in 6 easy steps.
5. Get a pair of baggy jeans
One of the biggest 2024 trends is baggy jeans.
Springtime is the time to try this trend. You will get a nonchalant spring outfit.
Take a cue from these girls and combine your baggy jeans with other spring classics, such as a tweed blazer or a striped sweater.
6. Try a ladylike jacket
The best casual outfits are created by combining high and low.
Take a cue from these ladies and wear a chic little tweed blazer with your most well-worn jeans. Add a pair of Chanel-inspired shoes, big sunglasses, and an equally classic bag.
You are ready for lunch, order a glass of white wine and be happy that winter is finally over.
If you want to know more about creating outfits, read my article What makes a great outfit?
7. Add a trenchcoat
If you want to add some polish to one of your casual spring outfits, I recommend getting a trenchcoat.
Study these girls to see how it is done. The trenchcoat looks particularly cool with suede boots.
8. Try a pair of wide-leg pants
Another big trend for spring and summer 2024 is wide-leg pants.
Start embracing this new silhouette already today by creating a spring outfit based on your new wide-leg pants.
They will look great together with clothes in neutral colors. Do try beige since that color is a big trend this year.
9. Bring out the white jeans
White jeans look as fresh as the first spring day. They instantly give you a casual vibe.
Wear your white jeans with a structured sweater.
White jeans look great both with boots in darker colors and with white sneakers. Take your pick.
10. Add a denim jacket
Nothing says casual and cool quite like the beloved denim jacket. Trow it over whatever you are wearing and you immediately achieve a casual spring look.
In the spring of 2024, the denim jacket is once again oversized. Now, you just have to figure out which color to choose.
If you are looking for ideas on how to style your favorite denim jacket, I suggest imitating these ladies and choosing jeans in a similar color. The accessories, on the other hand, should contrast against your “Canadian tuxedo.”
11. Skip the jacket
One of the best ways to get a casual spring outfit is simply to “forget” to put on a jacket. Combine one of your favorite sweaters with a pair of light-colored pants.
Or, as is the case with Kendall Jenner, with a short skirt.
Instant spring feelings are guaranteed.
12. Put on your baseball cap
Last but not least, to make your casual spring outfits even better, don’t forget to add a baseball cap. This trend is still going strong for 2024. You protect your face from the sun and you look sporty, a double win.
I love the subtle edge a baseball cap gives to more casual outfits.
Try a pair of flared jeans and add your favorite sweater for an instant cool girl outfit.
A final note on the best casual spring outfits – Spring 2024
Casual spring outfits are all about combining a piece of spring-appropriate outerwear with your favorite clothes. Welcome 2024 with style.
I recommend picking one new spring jacket and adding it to your wardrobe. That’s the best and fastest way to get a vitamin injection into your tired winter wardrobe.
Bring in the light
To shake off the winter even more and get into the sensation of new beginnings, I chose mainly light-colored clothes. A pair of suede boots will look great with your new jacket.
When you want to mix things up, add something from your summer wardrobes, such as a skirt or a pair of sandals.
Get out in nature and enjoy the rebirth of everything alive.
Moa Ailert is the founder and editor-in-chief of Her Brilliant Friend.
She has a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and plenty of insight into human psychology from traveling and living in different places around the world.
Moa is currently based in Portugal where she has a guesthouse; Villa dos Irmaos.
She has various websites, among others Ericeira Insider, but Her brilliant friend is her true passion project.
