6 Casual Spring Fashion Trends

The air is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and you’re itching to go outside and spend time in nature. The snow is melting and you can see the sun shining through the clouds. Spring is here, and you’re in need of some casual spring outfits. Gone is the cold and dullness of winter, and gone are the bulky winter outfits you’ve been sporting. This is a time to be innovative and a little more daring with your clothing.

While you’re shopping and browsing for spring clothing, there are a few things to keep in mind. In some areas, the temperatures will remain cooler until the summer. Don’t throw out those knits and jackets yet! We’re here to help you define your spring style and identify some of the spring trends for 2023. Read through to find inspiration for casual spring outfits, learn about the newest trends, and how you can easily incorporate them into your wardrobe.

Comfort

This year is all about comfort. No matter what your style is defined by, 2023 is going to put comfort before anything else. We’re big believers that when you feel good, you look good. When your clothing is super soft and uses high-quality fabric, people will always notice. From cashmere-touch knits to warm fleece, your casual spring outfits should make you feel confident and comfortable.

Since spring temperatures can often remain on the cold side, it’s also important to wear layers as part of your spring style. You might wear comfy and warm jackets and hoodies, which are perfect for layering over lighter and thinner shirts on cool spring days.

Utility

One 2023 spring trend that we’ve seen growing in popularity is clothing that emphasizes utility. This can range in meaning – it can mean your clothing is useful and versatile, or it can refer to certain design choices on your garment. 

For example, pockets are a popular utility detail. Pockets provide visual interest, and they make pants and shorts super useful. With more room for your wallet and keys, your casual spring outfits can take you hiking, to the beach, and everywhere in between.

Neutrals

Most people might immediately think of pastels when they imagine spring style. Wear spring pastels if you’d like, but we think that neutrals will remain super popular this season.

From t-shirts and knits to activewear, neutral colors will make these items blend perfectly into your wardrobe and allow you to mix and match your clothing seamlessly. Create tons of casual spring outfits with just a few new pieces. Whether you’re devoted to a minimalist, capsule wardrobe or are an unapologetic maximalist, neutral colors make getting dressed simple. We love beige, black, navy, and gray, but there are quite a few neutral options you can choose from.

Strategic Color

While we love neutrals in the springtime, our favorite thing to do is add a few unexpected pieces to our outfit rotation. Those unexpected pieces can be structured, looser, or feature colors we don’t normally wear. When we wear colors, we want them to be strategic. Add a pop of green, red, yellow, or any color you prefer to make your casual spring outfits more interesting.

While your entire closet doesn’t have to be composed of colorful clothes, strategically adding different colors – even colors you might typically overlook! – makes the season, and getting dressed, more fun. Colors work great for long-sleeve shirts and accessories, like hats. If you use color for smaller items, it can be a bit less intimidating and help you express your sense of spring style easily.

Versatility

Our favorite 2023 spring trend is versatility. We love clothing that can be worn on tons of different occasions and with tons of different pieces. We also love casual spring outfits that are made with quality materials and fabrics, so we can wear them for this season and into the next.

Look for pieces that meld with your typical style and that you can picture yourself wearing year after year. You’ll get the most wear out of these items and they’ll become your closet staples. You can wear versatile clothing on a casual weekend outing – hiking, shopping, or eating – or to an after-work event. These pieces embody a casual but polished spring style.

Statement Pieces

Our staple pieces don’t have to be boring or fade into the background. If you like to stand out and have your casual spring outfits do the talking for you, be sure to find some statement pieces that communicate your sense of style. Your style is all about you and your individuality, so shop for clothing that will show how unique you and your perspective are.

Statement pieces can come in many different forms. They can be knits, t-shirts, pants, or accessories. When you shop for something new, think about how your outfit will come across to others and what items will really make a splash.

Shop California-Inspired Looks

If you’re looking for casual spring outfits that define your spring style and will look good no matter what the trends are, browse Fundamental Coast. Our designs and offers embody the casual and cool southern California lifestyle.

You can wear our men’s and women’s clothing everywhere. If you’re the kind of person who hikes in the morning and wants to look presentable (but still comfortable!) for drinks later, you’ll find exactly what you need with us. For spring, summer, fall, and winter, Fundamental Coast has the stylish, comfortable, and versatile wardrobe pieces you’ll want to put on day after day.

Learn more about us and shop Fundamental Coast today.