Apr 23, 2018

How 51 Cool Girls Are Doing Spring Style All Over Europe

by Hannah Almassi

As the mercury rises (okay, even a degree or two will do), so does our desire to step up the fashion game. Heavy winter coats are close to being archived (about bloody time), but jackets are still on hand because, well, it's not exactly the Costa del London out there. So when it's not entirely glacial and there's a chance of sunshine, we know you'll be feeling the same urgency to get going on the season's new trends in the most effortless way possible and head out for brunch/a drink/something cultural right away. That's why we trawled the Instagram feeds of our favourite European fashion lovers to bring you some realistic outfit action—no point in admiring the skimpy clothes our L.A. pals are wearing—so that this weekend can be a better-dressed one than the last.

Scroll through our top 51 fresh spring street style–inspired outfit ideas that will set you up for the months ahead.

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@slipintostyle

If you weren't convinced about lilac before—just see Ellie in this Tibi dress and Tara Zadeh bag.

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@adenorah

From the knotted cuff to the popsocks, everything about Anne-Laure's look screams YES.

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@alicezielasko

Alice and our entire fashion team agrees: Rixo dresses are the best investment dresses out there.

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@asos_lotte

Lotte's gorgeous floral dress is a winner from ASOS—this Tea Dress (£35) is still in stock.

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@asos_saralouise

Just because the '80s are trending doesn't mean the '70s are over: See Sara's skinny flares, frilly blouse and beret for a smart new take on the decade.

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@aude_julie

Aude's revitalised a classic black bomber jacket by just adding it to a pair of statement, super-bright trousers.

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@beatrice.gutu

Tonal shades of cream, camel and white are a trusted colour palette for any grown-up wardrobe. Beatrice always wears these hues and never fails to impress us.

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@beautynotsize

Charlotte's gingham top + jeans + red sandals = the three-part outfit you can lean on time and time again.

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@beigerenegade

If you aren't ready to bear your legs, wear your favourite dress over jeans ASAP—just like Jiawa.

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@brittanybathgate

Brittany's artsy, minimal concoction here really is an effortless way to look sophisticated.

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@carolchaii

Carol is a student at Lancaster uni with an unwaveringly cool closet—just look at that Burberry trench, please.

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@celmatique

Honestly, once you start wearing lots of red, you'll never stop. Celeste is our first stop when looking for colourful outfits.

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@charnellegeraldine

Charnelle's cosy-cute ratio has piqued our interest.

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@darjabarannik

Darja has kindly offered up a new way to wear your party skirt and shoes—with a white tee and slouchy blazer.

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@fannybourdettedonon

Fanny works for Dior Beauty, which explains why her face is as flawless as her bag choice. Also, we're enjoying the very '90s jeans and going-out top idea.

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@gxiayan

Nothing we don't 100% adore from this coolly casual getup from Gxiayan.

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@hannastefansson

Those aren't white knee-high boots, but white jeans worn with white ankle boots with a dress and trench over the top: clever stuff, Hanna.

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@hannahlewisstylist

Okay, Hannah, you've convinced us: Danse Lente's Mini Johnny Bag (£300) is the one we really really want.

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@iamalexa

If you've been wondering whether you can wear your white jeans already, please bookmark Alexa here.

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@irinalakicevic

Irina's sporty-meet-pretty mashup is ticking all the boxes for us right now.

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@wethepeoplestyle

Jessie knows the British weather is an unpredictable beast, so it's best to dress accordingly: a fun patent mac like hers (from Isabel Marant) will do nicely, thanks.

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@natashandlovu

Natasha is always a trusted source for high-street goods, and now she's led us to a very good pair of leather slingbacks from New Look—and they only cost £30.

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@karodall

Karoline's springy check trench is given the Scandi treatment with Dr. Martens's chunky boots.

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@itskaykayleigh

Kayleigh's created a perfectly accessorised look that even works for minimalists: sneaks, a woven tote and cat-eye shades aren't jostling for attention with her colour-coded beret and jewellery.

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@lindatol_

Linda Tol's posh velvet top (Magda Butrym, FYI) looks so nonchalant with stiff denim and some low heels.

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@lisa.aiken

Here's our columnist Lisa Aiken dishing out an expert class in layering.

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@thelondonchatter

The Shrimps Antonia Bag (£450) strikes again! This time worn with a '70s twist via Kelly's flared jeans and platform Swedish Hasbeens.

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@maria_bernad

Maria's solution to the "should I wear a coat or not" conundrum we're experiencing is a colourful jumper worn with a blazer. Beautifully assembled.

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@nnennaechem

Nnenna's lilac suit couldn't be more S/S 18 if it tried. Awesome.

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@marianne_theordorsen

This Ganni Julliard Jumper (£300) and Balenciaga's Triple S Trainers are the perfect rainbow accompaniments to Marianne's straight-leg jeans.

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@mariejedig

We've said it once, and we'll say it again: Marie is really good at pulling a colour palette together. You can still buy her Staud Bisset Bag (£265) too.

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@lifeofboheme

Marta is living proof of the mantra "less is more." We adore her simple black tee, sailor pants and mules getup.

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@monicaainley_dlv

Monica has our new Friday night outfit all teed up: a demure black dress, slouchy work bag, midi heels and gold earrings make for the perfect work-to-drinks ensemble.

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@syanafromparis

Syana's Gucci belt bag looks very weekend-friendly with a flippy mini dress and classic Vans Old Skool (£60) sneakers.

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@polliani

Janka's fun Saint Laurent Loulou Sunglasses (£265) make the world a brighter place.

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@monkih

Autumnal colours can actually work any time of year—Monikh makes her cosy jacket work for now with a slip skirt and slip-on sandals.

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@naomishimada

Yes, we want to wear a bright striped dress. Yes, we like socks and sandals. Hell yes we want to include more bunny rabbits in OOTD pics. Naomi, we salute you.

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@orneiineii

Orney's made us totally rethink polka dots. They don't have to be twee or cute—they really can be casual with a denim jacket and sneaks.

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@symphonyofsilk

When it doubt: loafers, a black outfit, a trench coat and a smart bag will always do. See Lorna and her simple-but-effective outfit as a strong starting point.

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@pernilleteisbaek

Pernille providing about 40 different lessons in style via one seemingly simple outfit. Basically, wide-leg trousers are back, layering shirts with polonecks is a thing and colourful satin shoes are the best shoes.

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@rikkekrefting

If you buy one thing this season, please, please make it a posh white blouse. Rikke found hers at… ASOS!

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@riyahamid

The perfect spring compromise: a roll-neck with sandals. Thanks for the inspo, Riya.

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@rosa_sofia26

Rosa's got the right idea: If you're wanting to wear that summer dress already and still feel cold, reach for the 30-deniers and a blazer. Done.

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@ruerodier

Marissa knows exactly what we'll be reaching for over the coming weeks: a trench coat, a basket bag and little pumps.

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@astylealbum

Emma proves that some formulas never get old—the white dress and cargo jacket (from Baukjen) still look as good as they did on Kate Moss many moons ago.

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@stylememos

A big thank you to Alexis for a) alerting us to this Zara wicker bag and b) proving that it's okay to keep wearing black when you've got a stunner of a trench coat to balance things out. Hers is from & Other Stories, but it's unfortunately sold out online.

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@tamumcperson

Only Tamu could create this unexpected clash to inspire us all: heads up on the affordable shoe brand her little courts come from—check out Charles & Keith for yourself.