How to get an elevated casual wardrobe

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Written By Lisa Gillbe

Most of us want to feel comfortable in our outfits but also a bit dressed up adn pulled together too! That’s kind of the epitome of Smart/Casual, to look like you haven’t tried too hard but you still look like you’ve made an effort and you care!

However, a lot of people I speak to feel like they often slide into looking a bit too comfortable, reaching for the same things day to day and struggle to feel pulled together. It’s far easier to grab the leggings and a t-shirt when you are rushing around but it doesn’t make you feel great. After a while, you start to feel scruffy and that can really have an impact on your confidence.

There are some really quick and easy things you can do to switch up your style to get it looking more elevated for Spring 2025.

In today’s blog I have pulled together a few ideas to give some inspiration for your Spriung wardrobe.

I’ve also recorded a whole podcast episdoe to go alongside this blog giving some styling tips and talking thorugh the trends for spring/sumemr 2025. I also chat about how important it is to make sure you have a clear understanding of your style before you even hit the shops! It’s far better to be focused and get a good idea of what you need at the start of a new seaso before you splash the cash on new things.

Listen to The Style Stories Podcast here: How to Get an Elevated Casual Wardrobe This Spring

Ideas to elevate your wardrobe this Spring

  1. Barrel Leg jeans

  2. Wide leg jeans

  3. statement earrings

  4. Add a pretty blouse

  5. Add a scarf

  6. Belt your dress or blazer

  7. Add a tailored blazer to your wardrobe - a game changer

These Ganni jeans are a great barrel leg shape

Same shape but smart blue if you don’t like the leopard

There are selling fast - Summer wide jeans M&S

I always feel more polished when I add a lace blouse - this is Sezane.

Sezane does lots of lace blouses - look here.

Me&Em floral garden blouse

Love this leopard print pussy bow blouse - RIXO

Statement earrings are a really fast way to polish-up your look

There are so many choices out there so choose a colour you love - these are Sezane

Adding a scarf is a quick, easy update - Rixo

Frankie Shop oversized blazer in neutral

Mango pink boucle jacket

Swap your trainers out for some stylish flats to freshen up your look

Leopard flats Sezane, studded mesh flats Reformation, Gold braided flats Sezane, Red (almost) flats Sezane, Black studded flats M&S

Adding a different belt to a dress will instantly make you look ‘styled’ and considered.

Gold coin belt Rixo, Silver studded belt Hush, red and gold suede belt Rixo. All images from Pinterest,

I hope this gave you some Spring Style inspiration! Remember there is a podcast episode attached to this blog where I chat through the trends for Spring, give decluttering tips and suggest ways to elevate your style.

Hi I’m Lisa Gillbe, a personal stylist based in London UK. I have been in the fashion industry working as a personal stylist for over 15 years. I work with lawyers, bankers, c-suite executives and professionals of all kinds to help them update their wardrobe each season quickly and easily. If you would like to book a wardrobe edit or personal shopping trip this season please get in touch here. https://www.lisagillbestyle.com/get-in-touch

Lisa Gillbe
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