So many of our fashion influences come from what’s trending in the northern hemisphere, especially over Spring and Summer - i.e we get to enjoy full feelings of FOMO watching others live their best European lives while we’re wrapped in our woollies.

But the time has come.

Spring is here.

Which is why I’ve created a catalogue of vintage spring essentials: highlighting current trending must haves, and timeless wardrobe staples that will never let you down.

Let’s get started, shall we?

With the comeback of Y2k trends we’re seeing more semi-transparent lace dresses, patchwork asymmetrical skirts, and frilly femme blouses. They’re seen back on the runway and more importantly - out in the world, sipping coffees, reading books, and sightseeing. Fashion is made to be worn, after all.

Wearing lace became popular in the 16th century (lace collar, anyone?) However, the current popularity is a heavy pour of 1970’s boho and Y2K disorder.
This is the perfect time to dust off that vintage lace you’ve been storing away. No matter if you end up looking fabulously femme, country gal, or city chic!

Sporty Chic

What is that exactly? At a stretch it’s considered Athleisure, however in my mind athleisure is a word coddled in errand-running-comfort. Whereas this new trend is all about merging sporty tones in with your everyday and late night outfits. Think Adam Sandler meets Carrie Bradshaw…It falls somewhere in that (rather vague) fashion realm.

Whatever your initial reactions are, it’s giving “effortlessly cool”.

This trend is living for those Adidas stripes, Regardless if you’re throwing a track jacket over a carefully constructed outfit, matching it with high socks and a kitten heel, or pairing track bottoms with an oversized business shirt
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It’s the perfect excuse to pull out your vintage Adidas, Nike, Reebok, & Puma.

Matchy Matchy Spring Sets

We’re talking those flowy short sets and fitted co-ords - but are women in suits really an original idea? The reality is that women have been donning suits for over 150 years… so you might be thinking to yourself, why is this suddenly trending again now?

Style, Darling.

Easy dressing, all day comfort, that all-empowering-put-together feeling that comes from having a matching outfit.

More than ever we’re finding that stiff tweed suits are out and clean, tailored, light weight sets are the ticket for Spring & Summer.

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A Touch of Whimsy

Exactly as the title suggest, we’re seeing outfits become more audacious with whimsical touches throughout. It’s a style rooted in self expression. Its playfulness, imagination, and unconventional pairings. Which if you are looking for true uniqueness, vintage is the perfect way to start.

Regardless if it's in the form of b
old colours, b
ows, h
earts, s
tripes, e
mbroidery, c
lown collars,
or a mash of loud prints - you can’t go wrong.

This spring is the perfect time play with your clothing, try new styles, and find your whimsy!

TIMELESS

Spring-Ready Scarves

Audrey Hepburn once said “When I wear a silk scarf I never feel so definitely like a woman, a beautiful woman.” While wearing a scarf has moved far from needing to feel feminine or womanly, scarfs have proven time and time again to be the perfect accessory.

They are wonderfully versatile. From head scarfs to neck ties, over your hat or tied to your bag - It all look *Bonita* while adding benefits of wind and sun protection.
The best thing about scarfs is that you’ve got abundant options at almost every thrift shop, and it’s a vintage style that is here to stay!

90’s Minimalism

If you wan’t to get technical, 90’s minimalism is actually currently trending, but this staple style goes beyond being a short lived fashion craze. The 1990’s look is all about less is more. Classic pieces range from iconic narrow sunnies to chic ballet flats - and every mini dress, quality jean, and mid-length skirt carefully layered in between.

This style isn’t loud. In fact, it’s more like a hushed whisper yell.
Ensembles that seem simplistic at a glance, but really stand out with its clean silhouettes and polished profiles.
Which means quality pieces can be forever worn with an ever rotating wardrobe.

Denim Daze

Whether you love jorts (or love to hate them) denim is always “in”. I’ve said it before and i’ll say it again, quality cotton denim has the ability to out live you. So in this respect, how can it really go out of style?

This season, denim is all about those micro minis, below the knee jorts, jean vests, floor length skirts, and *Holds breath* Low rise.
While a classic jean will never look out of place, these revived styles are feeling fresh, yes, even those exposed belly buttons!

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Florals for Spring? Ground Breaking

Frankly, it would have been rude to neglect florals. Every single spring we see the return of blooming patterns in their most iconic form - The Dress. There’s a misconception that these dresses are only for women who like to feel feminine, and while there are plenty options out there, florals don’t have to be so “pretty”.