Transition Winter Clothes for Spring

Ah… Spring is finally here and with it comes warmer weather and a break from all that bundling up for the frigid weather. Before you pack away all your kids’ winter clothing, see what you can use as part of their spring wardrobe. Whether you are dressing the kids for school or day care or for a weekend at the park or playground, some winter items can be transition pieces as part of a stylish spring outfit. Read some ideas you may want to try as the temperature rises.

Scarves

A scarf is an important winter staple, but your kids can wear scarves even as the weather warms up. Kids can tie a scarf around their waist to make for a colorful belt. Instead of a cardigan, a scarf can be tied low around the shoulders for a preppy look. A scarf in a lighter weight fabric can be used for a girl’s headband or even as a skirt or sarong. While inside the house, scarves can be hung as tapestries or used as small blankets while playing with dolls or other toys.

Thermals

Before you pack away those Long Johns and thermal underwear for the season, rethink those long-sleeved thermal tops. A fun trend is to layer a T-shirt or tank top over the thermal top for a spring look. You can mix and match colors and styles, and if your child gets too warm, he can remove the thermal and just wear the T-shirt and tie the thermal around his waist. The thinner Long Johns can be worn as comfy PJs or for lounging around on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

Furry Boots

Winter boots like UGGs® can be worn well into the spring, even with shorts. What began as a surfer trend has made its way into the wardrobes of basically anyone looking for snuggly comfort on their feet. They are easy to slip on and look super-cute with leggings, jean shorts, and light-weight jeans. Otherwise, furry boots are fun to wear instead of slippers and are quick to slip on to walk the dog or for an evening walk outside.

Flannel Button Down Shirts

Flannels aren’t just for winter. Repurpose those thick shirts into light jackets. Kids love the patterns and they match with just about anything. The good part is that unlike the average jacket, the flannel can be tied around the waist if your kid starts to get too warm. Plus, the sleeves can be rolled up to cool off and add extra style. You can also use button down sweaters for the same purpose.

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By: Melissa A. Kay