Spring is finally here, and with it, comes the need to spruce—or spring—up your wardrobe. We canvassed a selection of local boutiques, stores and shops to find what’s hot for the season, from pastel colors to backpacks to new takes on old classics.
Classic Coat
No spring wardrobe is complete without a denim jacket, and J.Crew’s clean version is the perfect mix of old and new. $288 at J.Crew, 500 Route 73 S., Marlton, (856) 988-9046, JCrew.com
Stud Sparklers
These jeweled stud earrings from South Moon Under add just enough sparkle to any ensemble, and move effortlessly from day to night. $29.50 at South Moon Under, 500 Route 73 S., Marlton, (856) 988-0254, SouthMoonUnder.com
Stripe Your Fancy
Spring brings the newest take on this year’s “it” shoe, Valentino’s Rockstud T-Strap pump, in a fun multi-stripe pattern. And don’t worry about matching—these babies go with everything. $1,195 at Nordstrom, 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill, (856) 773-5600, Nordstrom.com
Back to Basics
The perfectly pink Jetsetter Mini Convertible Backback from Henri Bendel features Saffiano leather trim and a durable, water-resistant nylon construction. While the backpack is coming back in a big way this season, this designer bag can also be converted into a crossbody style. $228 at Henri Bendel, 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill, (856) 910-8006, HenriBendel.com
Bucket Bag
Moving past its start with floral and paisley prints, this yellow bucket bag from well-known brand Vera Bradley is the perfect example of the brand’s evolution. Fashioned from supple faux leather in a bright yellow hue, it’s also the perfect carry-all for spring. $88 at Fond Memories, 200 Tuckerton Road, Medford, (856) 596-6536, Fond-Memories.com
Personalized Python
Add the perfect accent to your outfit with these colorful clutches from Gigi New York. Crafted from high-end materials including python leather and natural grain pebble leather, these zippered clutches with a fun tassel pull come in a variety of colors, but our favorites are the salmon and fuchsia. They can even be personalized with up to three letters. All-in-One Python Clutch, $125; All-in-One Pebble Clutch, $155 available at the Pearl Clutch, 6 Mechanic Street, Haddonfield (856) 375-2677, PearlClutch.com
Mediterranean Muse
Up the ante on your ensemble with this Mediterranean-inspired silk scarf. Featuring a varied hue of blues with a pop of pink—but also available in other color combinations, such as pink and gray—this is a classic addition to any wardrobe. $59.99 at Zeyzani, 400 Route 38, Moorestown, (856) 439-6183, Zeyzani.com
Published (and copyrighted) in South Jersey Magazine, Volume 11, Issue 12 (March, 2015).
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