Is it spring yet? This winter has been so long and drabby, I cannot wait to bring my bright prints and short sleeves back into my closet. Stores are starting to bring in their spring collections, so it's hard not to think about throwing away my chunky knits and going for a bright two piece…. okay maybe I'm dreaming too big, we are still in a polar vortex. But that doesn't mean we Chicks can't start thinking about ways to take our dark winter closets and bring in some springsperation. 

The next few months are what I like to call the awkward stage in my outfit choices. I never know whether I should be wearing my tank top or if I still need to throw on my over sized chunky knit. Personally I'd much rather start busting out my spring wardrobe and that's what I'm going to do, so don't try to stop me or I'll throw some cropped trousers your way!

Here are five ways to say goodbye to winter and add some sunlight into your transition outfits. 

#1. Say goodbye to your beloved leggings and say hello to bright printed cropped trousers


Don't get me wrong I will forever be faithful to my leggings, but ladies, it's time for us to move on. Replace your leggings with a cropped pant, like a tapered colored trouser under your favorite winter tunic or sweater to lighten up your look.

1. Joe Fresh Slim Print Pant (C$39.00)
 
2. Forever 21 Classic Stiletto Pump (C$35.80)
 
3. TOPSHOP Formal Stepped Hem Tunic (C$70.00)

#2. Layering 101


Time to pack away that chunky cardigan and parka and add layers to your look like a leather vest or cotton button down over top your dark winter jeans and bright summer tank. It's the perfect way to stay warm and look cool. 

1. Old Navy Women's Boyfriend V-Neck Cardis (C$29.94)

2. Gap 1969 Always Skinny Black Jeans (C$79.95)

3. ASOS POP Cph Leather Vest ($151.88)
 
4. Old Navy Women's Jersey Tamis (C$10.00)
 
#3. Bring in the colour!


Add some bright patterns and pastels to your winter wardrobe to make that long season feel shorter. Throw on some pumps or a chunky necklace - the more colour the better! 

1. Jeffrey Campbell Solitaire Platform Pump Lavender Suede (C$140.00)
 
2. ALDO Natural Turrito Necklace (C$25.00)
 
3. Rebecca Minkoff Hudson Moto Mini in Mint (C$265.00)

#4. Booties + cropped trousers = true love


Booties are so essential for any season. Be sure to keep your favorite winter booties when transitioning to spring and pair them with your fave new cropped trousers or khaki pants. 

1. Forever 21 Cable Knit Sweater (C$18.99)
 
2. Zara High Heel Leather Ankle Boot with Fringes (C$99.00)
 
3. Zara High Heel Ankle Boot  (C$59.00)
 
4. J. Crew Factory Winnie Pant In Stretch Twill Wild Strawberry (USD $58.50)
 
5. Cute, not chunky, sweaters


Once again, we really need to say our final goodbyes to those dark knits and hello to some cute sweaters that can keep us warm while still looking fashionable. Fashion brands are dressing up their sweaters with prints and embellishments like beading. 

1. Banana Republic Textured Colorblock Zip Cardigan (C$110.00)
 
2. TOPSHOP Petite Crystal Necklace Jumper (C$84.00)
 
3. Levi's Mid Rise Skinny Styled, Print (C$36.94)

4. Spring Vananda Flat in Turquoise (C$35.00)

What spring pieces are you excited to bust out? Any other tips for a winter to spring wardrobe transition?