The Ultimate Spring Uniform: Transforming a White Tee &Jean Skirt for Any Occasion

By: Lucy Ugar

Sometimes, putting together outfits when getting ready can be hard or stressful. One thing that helps me is to develop sort of “outfit formulas” in my head. I’m a basics enthusiast, and while amazing, this often leads to days on end of wearing the same jeans and white tee. So, coming up with ideas of formulas that spice up my comfort zone pairing has done wonders and improved my sense of personal style. Being stylish doesn’t have to be challenging or expensive. Let me teach you my favorite formulas for styling my favorite spring basics combo: a white tee and jean skirt for class, going out, and for a lunch and shopping day.

The Basics

These outfit inspo formulas can work by beginning with various basics you probably already have in your closet. Grab your favorite white tee shirt or tank top and a jean skirt. I’m going to be using this jean skort from Free People. I love how it has shorts underneath, making it super easy to wear without worry. These formulas will work with any jean skirt and white top combo, so use what you have!

Going to Class

To dress down the mini skirt for class, I love to throw on an oversized crewneck. Wear it on or over your shoulders for a chic, effortless look. Throw on some comfortable but fun sneakers to really dress down the mini skirt vibe. Scrunched white socks are the most underrated accessory and key to making a short skirt look casual. Of course, blue light glasses are the best accessory for a class where you’ll be staring at a screen because they are functional and adorable. Complete the look with your school bag (adding a bag charm will get you so many compliments!), a statement necklace, and your spring drink of choice.

Night Out

What I love about a denim skirt is its versatility in dressing up or down. For going out, elevate

the white tee and jean skirt combo by adding tall black leather boots. These are essential basic shoes for nights out that you won’t regret investing in! Wrap tops have been super trendy lately, and I think they are fabulous with a white tee under and a personalized dainty lariat necklace on top. Matching your boots to your cardigan or wrap top will tie the look together perfectly. No night-out look is complete without piling on all your chunky bracelets and rings (the ring pictured is an amazing Spinelli Kilcollin dupe!). The statement bag jazzes up this outfit and matches the fun night-out feeling of the look. If you’ve also been obsessed with the Staud beaded bags ever since they came out, this dupe from Anthropologie offers the same look at a fraction of the price. Complete your look with your favorite cocktail (or mocktail!).

Lunch + Shopping Day

The final formula for this outfit combo can really be worn anywhere, but there is seriously no

better feeling than wearing a cute outfit, shopping, and grabbing some lunch or brunch. The best shopping day accessory is a chic shopper tote to carry all your new goodies. This huge striped tote from Etsy has the perfect spring vibe and is a match made in heaven with the denim skirt. Finding a pair of comfy boots will make the outfit both stylish and comfortable. Suede was huge for fall, but I have a feeling it will stick around this spring. This fantastic belt is a more affordable dupe from Madewell of the Khaite studded belt and will tie in with the brown boots. Finally, accessorize with some colorful jewelry and fun sunnies.