What to Keep Out and What to Put Away for the New Season

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It's official, the new season is here. So it’s only logical that we put away our winter gear (hallelujah!) and free up some closet space for more warm-weather clothing. What can be less obvious, at times, is which pieces you can carry over into the next season and which should go deep into storage. As such, today we’re bringing you this handy guide on what to stash away and what you can continue to wear. Of course, if you're looking for bigger updates, check out our guide to what to wear in spring, and then come back here to see what you can still keep from your winter 2016 wardrobe.

Scroll through for all the details and, of course, to shop our favourite spring-friendly picks…

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Not only will you likely be way too hot in faux fur, but it also has a tendency to scream “winter”—which is the last thing you want to do in spring.

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Instead, wear suede.
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The Western theme is strong this spring, which means suede is here to stay. Plus, it’s much more lightweight than its furry counterpart.

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While we loved the blanket scarf for fall and winter, we think it’s time to retire it in favor of some lighter choices.

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Instead, wear silk scarves.
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This It girl approved accessory is a must for spring. Wear them around your neck, on your wrist, or even as a belt for an instant outfit upgrade.

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While harsh winters excuse us for wearing even the clunkiest of footwear, there’s no excuse in spring!

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Instead, wear sneakers.
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Sneakers are the casual shoes of the season. Plus, they are comfortable for commutes and can handle anything spring weather throws your way.

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Not only do you not need a big coat post-winter, but also, the puffy outerwear tends to take up a lot of precious space in your closet. Time to put them in storage!

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Instead, wear a denim jacket.
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Denim jackets are lightweight, compact, and always in style.

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Related: The 5 Easy Spring Trends That Will Instantly Update Your Wardrobe

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Turtlenecks may be great winter layering pieces, but unfortunately, they don’t translate as well into spring. The same goes for chunky knits, which also take up valuable closet space!

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Instead, wear lightweight sweaters.
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A lightweight sweater will look great both on and draped over your shoulders, as an added touch to any outfit.

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Related: How to Do Nana-Chic 2.0

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While it’s hard to part with our beloved over-the-knee boots, the full-coverage style is not what we’d call seasonally appropriate.

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Instead, wear mules.
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At any height, whether heeled or flat, mules are the go-to shoes this season.

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Similar to fur, shearling (or shearling-lined) jackets and accessories have no place in a warm-weather wardrobe.

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Instead, wear a bomber jacket.
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An on-trend bomber jacket can be worn across all seasons, and when layers aren’t necessary, all you need underneath is a T-shirt.

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Next up! The biggest spring/summer 2017 fashion trends you need to know about. 

Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour
Editor-at-Large

Since starting as a fashion intern in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles at Who What Wear. She is currently editor at large, and in her present work for the site, she focuses on a mélange of shopping content, including her new-arrivals and Trust Me—Buy This columns as well as her weekly Trust Me—Buy This newsletter. Her interest in shopping spans everything from decoding the best luxury investments to discovering on-the-rise brands to trend forecasting, affordable fashion, and more. She holds a business administration degree from USC's Marshall School of Business and has been based in New York since 2017, when she moved from her hometown of Beverly Hills.