You're Only One Under-$400 Purchase Away From a Stronger Spring Wardrobe

fashion influencer @anoukyve wearing a cropped trench coat with black jeans

(Image credit: @anoukyve)

This spring's fashion is shaping up to be a good time, particularly if you're someone (like me) who's always on the lookout for cool and casual-yet-chic versions of classic items, plus some gently on-trend things to style with them. There's loads of room for those transeasonal staples you might have invested in already—and if you haven't, it feels like there's more on offer than usual in the way of wear-on-repeat spring pieces with the power to instantly upgrade an outfit.

In a much-appreciated continuation of the past few seasons, 2025's trends so far are feeling extremely accessible. Should you care to propel yourself into the realm of fashion-forward outfits, it's achievable with minimal effort, and perhaps more importantly, without spending a fortune. I've curated the below slew of on-trend apparel and accessories to prove it. Every single one of them is under $400 and ready to add that extra something to your spring wardrobe.

Fashion influencer @borislavasekova sitting outside at a cafe wearing a chic spring outfit for 2025.

(Image credit: @borislavasekova)

Fashion influencer @sylviemus_ wearing a chic spring outfit with a column skirt and skinny belt for 2025.

(Image credit: @sylviemus_)

Fashion influencer @lauravidrequin at a vintage market in London wearing a chic spring outfit for 2025.

(Image credit: @lauravidrequin)
Natalie Cantell
Contributing Fashion Editor

Natalie Cantell is an NYC-based style director, creative consultant, and fashion editor, who regularly contributes from Paris. She was the executive director of Who What Wear and Marie Claire’s brand studio until 2023, and now freelances globally on shoots, stories, and special projects.