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Early Spring Outfits Recap

early spring outfits | Texas Petite Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

Spring fashion is all about feeling fresh and light, and this season, outfits featuring white jeans, floral prints, dresses, and sandals are perfect for embracing the warm weather.  I have a quick outfit recap of some of my early spring outfits featuring all the spring fashion favorites plus a few styling tips as we head into the spring season.

For petite frames, white jeans are a flattering choice that elongates the legs, especially when paired with a tucked-in blouse or a cropped top. A floral print adds a playful and feminine touch—opt for smaller patterns or a monochrome floral design to avoid overwhelming your proportions.

Denim jeans, a classic wardrobe staple, also shine in spring. Petites can choose a slim or straight-leg cut that sits at the ankle to create the illusion of longer legs. Pair these with a tucked-in floral shirt or a slightly cropped top to keep the look balanced and flattering.

To complete your spring ensemble, sandals are an essential. Whether flat or with a slight heel, they add a relaxed, effortless feel. My petite gals, consider sandals with a bit of height, like a wedge or platform style, to add some extra lift while keeping the outfit comfortable and stylish.

This season’s must-have pieces are all about balance and versatility, making them perfect for you to wear confidently and comfortably. Ready to spring forward in style?

Everyday Jewelry: c/o Tennis Choker Necklace | c/o Initial Pave Necklace | c/o Link Bracelet | DY Birthstone Bracelet | DY X Bracelet | DY Center Station Bracelet | DY Classic Bracelet | c/o Gold Hoop Earrings

spring outfit | easter dress | floral print maxi dress | TexasFashion Blog Lady in Violet

floral print dress | similar sandals

spring outfit | white sleeveless top | straight leg jeans | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

sleeveless white top | jeans

spring outfit | pink striped bow front top | flared jeans | Over 40 Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

pink bow top | flared jeans | tan booties

spring fashion | floral print top | dark blue bootcut jeans | Texas Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

floral print blouse | bootcut jeans

casual spring outfit | black short sleeved top | white sneakers | Mom Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

black short sleeve top | straight leg jeans | white sneakers

spring business casual outfit | brown gingham blouse | black mary jane ballet flats | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

brown gingham blouse | bootcut jeans | black mary jane flats

cold spring outfit | black oversized sweater | straight leg jeans | American Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

black oversized sweater | jeans | black mary jane ballet flats

early spring outfit | white cropped sweater | petite flared jeans | Petite Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

white cropped sweater | flared jeans | similar sandals

spring outfit | white cropped flowy sweater | straight leg jeans | Texas Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

white cropped sweater | straight jeans (extra short length) | tan sandals

spring outfit | sleeveless knit top | blue straight leg jeans petite | Houston Fashion Influencer Lady in Violetsleeveless knit top | straight jeans | slide sandals

spring outfit idea | dark denim sleeveless top | white straight leg jeans | Over 40 Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

sleeveless denim top | white jeans

spring fashion | varley knit top | white petite jeans | Texas Style Blog Lady in Violet

sleeveless sweater | white jeans | similar sandals

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Winter Outfit Recap

winter outfit recap | winter outfits with sweaters | petite fashion blog Lady in Violet

Fingers crossed we have had our last bit of winter weather, and we can start sailing into Spring!  We had a rare snow day down here in Houston last month.  My sweaters were getting lots of use these past couple months that is for sure!  I have a winter outfit recap for you featuring many of my favorite sweater outfits, plus a little spring teaser at the end.  I styled a few sweaters different ways, so I included both outfits.  With spring fashion starting to hit stores, keep an eye out for winter sales to start!

If you are ready for spring, I shared some sandals under $35 and fabulous spring dresses over in the LTK app.

winter outfit | olive green sweater | snow day outfit | rain boots | Petite fashion blog Lady in Violet

green sweater | black leggings | rain boots

winter outfit | red quilted jacket | dark blue petite jeans | Lady in Violet Petite Fashion Blog

red quilted coat | dark blue jeans | black booties

winter outfits | black fitted sweater | petite jeans | Lady in Violet Houston Fashion Blog

black sweater | dark blue bootcut jeans | black booties

winter ootd | black oversized sweater | petite flared jeans | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

black oversized sweater | flared jeans | black booties

TOPS STYLED TWO WAYS

winter outfit | striped cashmere sweater | flared jeans | Petite Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

striped sweater (also here) | flared jeans | tan booties

winter outfits | burgundy pink striped sweater | relaxed fit jeans | Texas Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

striped sweater | relaxed fit jeans | white sneakers

spring outfit | red sweater vest | petite flared jeans | Houston Fashion Influencer Lady in Violet

red sweater vest | white tank top | flared jeans | white sneakers

spring outfits | red sweater vest | tan booties | Texas Style Blog Lady in Violet

red sweater vest | striped tee | similar jeans | tan booties

winter outfit | black fitted sweater | relaxed fit jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

black sweater | relaxed fit jeans | black boots

black fitted sweater | dark blue bootcut jeans | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

black sweater | dark blue jeans | black flats

COMFY AND WARM

casual winter fashion | striped pullover halfzip sweater | black leggings | Petite Style Blog Lady in Violet

striped pullover sweater | black leggings | brown boots

casual winter outfit | light gray sweater | black sneakers | Mom Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

light gray sweater | black leggings | black sneakers

SPRING TEASER

spring outfit | floral print maxi dress | light blue cardigan | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

floral print maxi dress | light blue cardigan

spring outfit | pink striped bow front top | straight leg jeans | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

pink striped top | straight leg jeans

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Business Casual Outfit | Purple Floral Sweater

winter outfit | astr the label saira floral sweater | Texas Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

winter fashion | astr the label purple floral sweater | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

winter outfit | dark blue flared jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Happy New Year friends!  I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and rang in the new year in style!

As we head deeper into the winter season, I styled a business casual outfit for you today.  I paired a dark purple floral sweater with a pair of super dark blue flared jeans.  For my petite gals, these jeans require a heel to hit the perfect graze the ground length. I paired them with my new black western style booties, but heels would work too.  These booties pair perfectly with dresses too.

OUTFIT DETAILS
dark purple floral sweater | dark blue flared jeans | black booties

winter outfit idea | dark purple pullover sweater | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

winter business casual outfit | dark blue flared jeans | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

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Pilcro Cable Twofer Sweater

winter outfit | anthropologie twofer sweater | flared jeans | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

anthropologie Pilcro Cable Twofer Sweater | petite fashion blogger Lady in Violet

winter outfit | cable knit sweater | abercrombie flared jeans | Texas Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

I’m a big fan of the twofer style top.  This Pilcro cable twofer sweater is a ivory cable knit sweater on top with a white button down top attached to the bottom.  I think the twofer styles can be more lightweight than wearing these two top styles layered together.  It’s a great option if you run warm or live in a warmer climate.

I styled it with my flared jeans for a chic casual outfit.  For  a workwear outfit, I think a brown faux leather pencil skirt would be the perfect compliment.  Since the top is ivory and white, you could also pair with a colorful pencil skirt too.

Have you tried a twofer top?

OUTFIT DETAILS
cable knit twofer sweater | flared jeans | similar mules

beige and white twofer sweater top | winter fashion | Texas fashion blog Lady in Violet

fall outfit | ivory cable knit sweater | petite flared jeans | Petite Style Blog Lady in Violet

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