Coat check: 5 spring outerwear ideas

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Spring has officially sprung. To celebrate, I pulled together a little guide for the season’s outerwear. Take what you like from this list and make sure it makes sense for the climate you live in and your own personal style.

First things first, a good raincoat is essential for a spring wardrobe as we wait out the

April showers that will bring plenty of May flowers to bloom. I got my raincoat from Zara on sale a few years back and still love it to this day. I wanted something classic and waterproof that had a hood. I also made sure that my raincoat was longer in length (to my knees), so I could get more coverage from rainy weather.

I would recommend getting a timeless and classic style for a raincoat like a trench (more on those below), duster or utility-style jacket so you can wear it year after year. I prefer a darker color just because it hides dirt and stains better, but do whatever color suits you and your style best. My favorite raincoat is olive-colored. I find it adds a nice pop of color.

Next up is a good old jean jacket — one of my favorite staples for spring and summer. This is a great jacket to have for that extra optional layer when the weather is in those awkward, in-between stages. I find denim jackets to be a bit more casual, so they’re perfect for a laid-back look.

Keep in mind your jean jacket doesn’t need to be a classic blue denim. There’s also darker denim, acid wash or blacks and grays. I personally have an oversize denim jacket that I absolutely love.

This one is for those of you who live in varied climates. I added this jacket to my outerwear guide a while back, but I think it’s essential in spring if you have wacky weather.

This is a jacket that’s thicker than a regular raincoat but lighter than a winter parka. My suggestion is to find something that can be dressed down or up.

A biker jacket is another edgy piece that flows perfectly into spring weather. This is a piece that really spices up an outfit no matter the season or occasion.

For spring, you could style your jacket with a cute summer dress and then pop on the biker jacket for a trendy vibe.

To me, a trench coat screams spring. This is an ageless piece that can be worn year after year.

I personally love the classic khaki beige color, but there are tons of other color options as well. Pair a trench coat with a pair of beige trousers, a cream sweater and some Chelsea-style rain boots, and you have the perfect spring look.

That wraps up my picks for spring outerwear. And of course, given our current situation, be sure to wear your spring outerwear while practicing social distancing if you venture outside for some fresh air. Or have some fun and wear your pieces inside if you need a boost in your day.