8 Elegant Winter-to-Spring Transitional Outfits for 2026

While stuck in New York due to a blizzard, I can’t help but think about Spring 2026 fashion. It’s no wonder my Instagram feed is filled with effortlessly chic spring outfits. I’m giving in and taking this as a signal that it’s time to shed the layers. Please unzip it if necessary.

The transition from winter to spring requires careful updating of your wardrobe. Swap cashmere or wool for lighter layers like linen or cotton. Purposeful color combinations mimic the dainty colors of blooming plants. Spring 2026 calls for an explosion of color. Think ballet and red. Cerulean and espresso. But don’t shy away from neutrals. Suede and khaki are still available, but be careful to pair them with stark whites or rich charcoals. Last spring, polka dots were the norm. This year it has been slimmed down. Combined with a love of animal print, the style set is head over heels for Dalmatian print.

The trick to transitional looks is to seamlessly combine spring staples like trench coats, kitten heels, and woven leather totes with 2026 trends (well, everything we mentioned above, plus things like high-vamp pumps and striped shirts). Luckily, we’ve found 11 of the best winter-to-spring outfits to wear in 2026. Scroll through for a chic update to your spring outfit rotation.

Classic trench + button down

Check out what it looks like: stone Trench coat + white button-down + black sweater tied around the waist + square-toe ankle boots + croc-embossed leather handbag

Dalmatian print + butter yellow

Check out what it looks like: Dalmatian print bag + butter yellow draped top + long black skirt + gold-tone signet ring

Cerulean + Espresso

Check out what it looks like: Icy blue silk blouse + espresso knee-length skirt + clutch + slingback heels

Sleeveless turtleneck + kitten heels

Check out what it looks like: Sleeveless white turtleneck + beige pants + open toe kitten heels + East/West bag + earrings

High vamp pump + column skirt

Check out what it looks like: Black button down + column skirt + High vamp pumps + woven tote

ballet + red

Check out what it looks like: Helsa Arlena Sleeveless Turtleneck + Arlena Knit Pants + Flip flops + suede zip bomber + clutch

Faux suede jacket + dark rinsed jeans

Check out what it looks like: Faux suede jacket + white T-shirt + Dark rinsed jeans + loafers + suede tote bag

Striped long sleeve + loafers

Check out what it looks like: Striped long sleeve + black jeans + loafers + leather clutch