Everyday Spring Outfits to Wear Now: 14 Easy Ideas for Women Over 50

The weather continues to be up and down, wet and windy, sunny and overcast. But that’s the charm of spring. While the weather stirs, the flowers bloom and the ground and leaves turn green. Once we embrace the unpredictability of spring weather we can settle into dressing smart for it. I’ve got 14 everyday spring outfits for you to wear right now, in the throes of the season. These are easy outfit ideas that are perfect for women over 50 who want to look polished and pulled together, but also ready for all the day holds.

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I’m sharing a photo of me wearing each of the everyday spring outfits. But think beyond my choices to what’s in your closet. For each outfit I’m sharing the basic outfit formula I used so you can work that equation with items in your wardrobe in a way that suits your personal style, your everyday life and your body.

I’m still leaning into full length jeans a lot of days, but, while you will see me in booties further down our list, I’m opting for sneakers with my long denim most often. You’ll still look polished enough for lunch with a friend in a solid tee and feminine lady jacket.

Remember, if you see something in my outfits that would help you work your closet more easily, you can shop the look through the captions underneath the photo. Just click on the word and you’ll head straight to the retail site to shop. I sized up in those jeans, but everything else above fits true to size.

lightweight sweater + white jeans + booties + trench + scarf

This everyday spring outfit formula is a favorite of mine. It’s effortless but so effective to reach for a lightweight spring sweater and pair it with full length white jeans. Of course, you could also swap in blue or ecru denim.

Yes, after living in the Midwest now for almost 7 years I’ve learned it’s smart to keep a pair of light-neutral booties out when I pack away my other winter shoes. But one pair suffices for most jeans, including white.

Never underestimate the power of a simple sweater and jeans. I think the key for spring is choosing a pretty color and a lighter weight sweater. Add a pretty silk scarf to tie the look together. They’re so on trend this spring.

short sleeve sweater + white jeans + lady jacket + sandals

Speaking of sweaters, I’ve seen a resurgence of the short sleeved sweater this year. I’ve always enjoyed a good “summer sweater,” but I noticed they weren’t readily available for a while there, so I guess that means they also weren’t especially “in style.” But they’re back!

Wearing a short sleeve sweater like this pretty red cashmere sweater tee under a jacket is a smart way to face the day. This one does come in other colors and stripes, and it’s currently marked down a little bit.

I love how the red sweater pulls forth the red thread in the tweed lady jacket. The sweater and jacket run true to size; I sized up in the jeans.

cotton sweater + casual pants + flats

Moving on to another sweater option, I love the comfort of a cotton sweater and casual pants. This is a great everyday spring outfit for those times when you want/need to be comfortable, but also want to look effortlessly pulled together.

If you need to be able to shift this outfit as the weather changes over the course of the day, add a lightweight t-shirt underneath, so you can remove the sweater later and toss it over your shoulders.

wide leg track stripe pants + polo + jacket + sneakers

Don’t forget about those wide leg track pants. They’re so on trend this spring, and super comfortable. No need to keep the look too activewear focused. Instead of a common t-shirt, opt for a polo or Johnny collar top.

When you step out, add a jacket. If you can top your look with a jacket in the same color as your top you get bonus points. LOL. Just kidding. But you do get a powerful punch with that doubled up color in your top and jacket. It works every time.

jacket as top + jeans + slingbacks

Here’s another combination we might forget about if not reminded. I’m loving the ease and sophistication of a buttoned up jacket over a pair of trousers or jeans.

Work this everyday spring outfit formula in a way that works for your coloring. I kept the contrast in intensity low here because my personal contrast is low. Reflecting your personal contrast level in your outfit will always give you the best look.

button-up shirt + jeans + sneakers + jacket (as needed)

Here’s one of my favorite everyday spring outfits. But even I sometimes forget to use this simple but effective formula. I know that not all women enjoy button-up shirts. But if you do, now is the time to enjoy them.

The combination of a favorite button-up with a comfortable but polished pair of jeans just can’t be beat. Well, maybe it actually does get even better when you add a jacket.

I like to wear a denim jacket in a color that contrast with my jeans. So if I were wearing blue jeans, I’d probably opt for a white jacket. But you absolutely can wear the same color in your jacket and your jeans. Let me know what you prefer. I’d love to read your comments.

black pants + graphic tee + denim jacket + sneakers (or loafers)

I’ve enjoyed this everyday spring outfit formula for several years now. In fact, it works beautifully in the fall, too. Pull a pair of polished looking but still comfortable black pants from your closet – the ones you normally reserve for “nicer” outfits. These SPANXsupersmooth^™ WellSuited 360 slim straight pants work perfectly for this formula, but they’re office ready, too. (They come in regular, petite and tall lengths, and sizes up to 3x – I’m wearing a regular large.)

Next look for a fun graphic tee. I like to keep it simple, but fun. Because your pants are black, it doesn’t have to “match.” Then top your outfit with a casual but modern denim jacket like this denim chore jacket (also available in creamy white) and slip into your favorite fashion sneakers. This outfit always garners compliments!

athleisure pants + polo top + bomber jacket + sneakers

Here’s another fun option for days when you want to look a little special, but comfort is key. I wore this outfit out to lunch on a Sunday afternoon, but then we took a 20 minute nature trail walk, too.

My pants and jacket are from last year and no longer available, but think how you can create something similar with items in your closet. The key is to combine sporty elements that have elevated details. I think it would work nicely with these barrel pants and a jacket like this (even in the solid) or this. Oh, and here’s a plaid option and another solid.

fitted polo top + wide leg jeans or pants

Because wide leg jeans and pants have become so popular, we’re beginning to see more and more fitted top options to balance those proportions. If you enjoy the wide leg silhouette, I recommend snapping those body skimming tops up when you find them. Pairing a fitted polo top with a wide leg jean or pant is a smart option for an everyday spring outfit you can wear so many ways.

My Veronica Beard top above works this formula with the added interest of the asymmetric detail. But the J.Mclaughlin button-up ribbed top below works just as well at a lower price point. I wear both of these frequently because they just work beautifully for this trasitional season.

You can wear the fitted top over anything from dressier trousers to the lightweight casual option from Varley to jeans.

cinched waist button-up shirt + jeans or pants

If you don’t like tucking your top or wearing cropped length tops, this outfit formula is a great way to define your waist. I found this easy-breezy top at Aritzia and snapped it up because I knew so many of my readers would love it.

The top comes in two solids, as well, but both are almost sold out online. I prefer this pretty blue and white stripe anyhow. I’m wearing my usual medium for an oversized fit. This shirt would work nicely over other types and silhouettes of pants, too. Oh, and I found this similar top for you to check out, too. That one is a little more chic, but the same concept and very simple.

buttoned-up cardigan + jeans

This year button-up cardigans are trending. But the way we’re styling them is a little different than in the past. this year it’s popular to button it up and wear it alone as a top. Of course you could add a discreet tank if that makes you feel “safer,” but that’s up to you.

Pointelle knits are also very on trend and popular this spring. I see them popping up everywhere. So while my Tuckernuck cardigan is sold out in some sizes, you’ll find lots of similar options to create this simple everyday spring outfit.

Here’s an option at Lands’ End, one at Madewell, a lovely short-sleeve one at Nordstrom and another at Nordstrom that is super feminine and thin. I love this one at Evereve, but would probably wear a tank or camisole underneath like they did. Obviously you will look very current in this easy everyday spring outfit formula.

t-shirt + jeans + blazer + sneakers

Here’s a favorite of mine. I enjoy wearing blazers, and spring is the perfect time to layer one simply over a t-shirt and jeans.

This simple ribbed tee is a favorite. It fits true to size and is super comfortable and chic – great for layering. Finish off this modern classic outfit formula with sporty sneakers for the most current look.

top + casual pants + spring coat + loafers

We’re on the homestretch with the perfect everyday spring outfit for a day of shopping and lunch with a friend. Top a pair of casual pants (like my Talbots straight cropped pants) with a pretty tee or sweater top, tuck and belt. Then, as needed, add a spring coat.

You can wear a traditional trench or a more modern cropped length one. Or you could opt for a mac, which is what I would classify this twill car coat as. Everything here fits true to size.

Finish this outfit off with modern classic loafers. And don’t forget to accessorize. Have you seen my latest YouTube video about the 7 accessories you need in order to step out looking polished oh so effortlessly? Check it out below before you head off.

Thank you so much for stopping in. Let me know if you have questions. And you can check out the blog posts related to these outfits by simply clicking through the link in the captions below the photos. Have a great day!

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