5 essential styling tips for changeable April weather

5 styling tips for the dreaded shoulder season in April

It's that time again: April with its changeable weather is just around the corner. Lightning-fast changes in the weather throw a spanner in the works for even the most well-thought-out outfit - because suddenly the weather forecast, no matter how good, can no longer be relied on. There is always a problem somewhere and nothing really wants to fit in this month, which represents the transition between the winter and summer seasons. In order to still have an ace up your sleeve, we give you five styling tips for changeable April weather that are fun and unerringly accompany you through the transitional period.

April weather: A seasonal challenge for the outfit search

As if the morning "What to wear" wasn't difficult enough, April with its changeable weather brings another challenge for the morning routine itself. As soon as you have decided on a look, the weather changes and the game starts all over again. So that you don't stand completely helpless in front of your wardrobe, there are a few simple basic rules that you can follow during the transition period - the most important thing is a positive attitude. The weather is crazy? Treat it with a wink and don't let it bother you. And who knows, maybe you'll be rewarded with a little sunshine.

The final boss in April weather – these 5 styling tips will help you plan your outfit

1. Styling tip for the transitional period: April weather inspiration – opposites attract

If April can't make up your mind, let its indecisiveness inspire you. Combine the best of winter and summer wardrobe and surprise yourself and everyone else with skilful creations that are somewhere between airy and light and cozy and warm - this is how the thick winter coat can be perfectly combined with a spring dress without having to choose one of the having to decide between them.

2. Styling tip for the transitional period: Wild pattern mixes are anything but an April Fool's joke

If we've learned anything from Gucci and Alessandro Michele, it's this: you can never wear enough patterns and the more freely you combine them, the better better. So in April, to keep yourself and others happy, the following applies: mix patterns as much as possible. Whoever said that stripes and dots or certain colors don't belong together has never heard of color or pattern blocking. Go wild with styling while braving the April weather.

3. Styling tip for the transitional period: pantyhose dreams come true

There was a time when extremely delicate black pantyhose were the only ones that were allowed to envelop the legs in the transitional period - these times are passé and so can they be put on tights of all kinds in this transitional season. Monochrome to the rest of the outfit, appliqués made of lace or pearls or a knitted variant? Either way, great looks can be created with them, in which you can (perhaps) also wear one or the other open shoe.

4. Styling tip for the transitional period: start the light coat season

Spring, which heralds the official start of the trench coat season, is sometimes treacherous - especially in April and thanks to the (also due to climate change) increasingly unpredictable becoming weather. It pays to be bold here, so unpack your spring coats and add a rain jacket to your repertoire. Because this extremely practical and weather-resistant piece is now also available in trendy cuts and designs. The rain jacket is proof that practicality and fashion can be perfectly combined.

5. Styling tip for the transitional period: anti-tights? Sure, because that's what boots are made for!

It's no secret that opinions differ when it comes to tights, and so this styling tip for April is perfect for anyone who hates them . With the knee-high boots (or over-the-knees), which already had their fashion moments in the 70s and 90s, you can shorten the hem length without freezing. It's the perfect way to subtly show skin without having to suffer over outfit choices.

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By Miriam Nehring

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By Miriam Nehring