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The Perfect: Spring Starter Kit

What to wear when it's spring but not spring.

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Welcome to "The Perfect," ELLE.com's weekly roundup where we lay out exactly what you'll need for the perfect outfit, shopping list, Saturday night, or whatever it may be. In a shopping landscape where the options are endless, consider it a complete snapshot of must-haves.

The lunar calendar insists that spring is here and yet...Plenty of the country is still caught in that stubborn space between snow storms, slush, and sunny days. Since we know spring weather will arrive sooner than later, use the rest of your indoor time to get sartorially prepped: Update you closet, get your beauty routine ready, and put the rosé on ice. Here, inspiration for everything.

1

Bodysuit

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Classic stripes are a year-round yes, but a sleeveless style requires balmy days. A bodysuit is genius for tucking in to skirts or denim; layer under a jean jacket if it's still chilly.

G. Label Bodysuit, $175; goop.com

SHOP

2

Heel

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Optic white shoes are still the ace dresser's statement accessory. Low heels and an open back make this pick comfortable and ideal with both formal and laid-back looks.

Stuart Weitzman Mira Mules, $455; stuartweitzman.com

SHOP

3

Jeans

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New season, new jeans. Replace the darker hues of winter with a bleached-out, subtly torn pair.

Current/Elliott The Cropped Straight, $228; currentelliott.com

SHOP

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4

Sheet Mask

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By the end of winter, frigid weather has likely dried out your complexion to a not-okay degree. Give yours some TLC with a luxe mask dosed with algae and thyme.

Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mask, $12; sephora.com

SHOP

5

Sunglasses

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See things through rose-colored glasses: New shades are a fun way to mentally (and physically) welcome spring.

Karen Walker Mrs. Brill Sunglasses, $212; matchesfashion.com

SHOP

6

Champagne

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If your brain is pre-programmed to reach for a glass of rosé the minute the thermostat inches above 70, be prepped. Switch things up with a bottle of bubbly (celebrating its 200th anniversary, natch).

Veuve Clicquot Rosé, $60; veuveclicquot.com

SIP

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7

Lip Stain

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Vampy, dark berry hues can take a break for a bit. Put some springtime in your makeup bag with a pop of pretty pink.

Yves Saint Laurent Tatouage Matte Lip Stain, $36; nordstrom.com

SHOP

8

Bikini

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Don't be caught bikini-less when bathing suit weather really does arrive. Update your collection with one of summer's top swim trends: classic cuts in soft, t-shirt-like material.

Juillet Rae Top, $99, and Blohm Bottom, $99; juillet.com

SHOP

9

Sneaker

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A fresh pair of sneakers is an annual must. Instead of classic white, look for a pastel option in high-shine satin.

Alexachung Superga, $79; superga.com

SHOP

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Chair

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Spring cleaning goes hand-in-hand with spring redecorating. After you've streamlined your home, add in new bold pieces like a cherry-red chair.

Jetclass Grace Chair, $1,684 each; jetclass.pt

BROWSE

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