It’s time to spring clean your closet my dears! Luckily, this task is our type of cleaning- it doesn’t involve a dust pan or a broom. In fact, it’s more of a clearing out than a clean. You simply need to chuck what you no longer have use for and rediscover some of the basics that were probably hiding under your winter coats.

We’ve gathered five new takes on the wardrobe essentials that you’re going to want to rock this season – and we suspect you won’t even have to buy something new {unless you really want to of course}!

We’re not quite sure why we ever thought spring was a bit of a boring fashion season! It’s a transitional time to experiment and have a little fun by playing off of past season’s essentials a bit. We’re taking cues from Heist, a beautifully curated online shop that brings the slightest edge to classic styles- exactly what we’re craving in a pretty and pastel dominated time of year.

Out with a classic white oxford! Instead go a little girly and a lot sexy with a white lace button up. Treat it like a basic and pair it with everything – but we’re particularly smitten with the idea of toughening it up with a pair of camo cargos!

Patch up those holes in last season’s boyfriend jeans. Be ahead of the trend and instead of wearing the denim in your closet with the most holes, buy a pair with funky patchwork! By summertime, everyone will be rockin’ em.

Gone are the days that spring is only about happy, soft colors! Keep black in your regular rotation with a dolman-style, boat neck sweater. The loose and flowy shape breaks black’s hard edge. Add a light neutral coat to brighten the look even more.

Go organic! An organic cotton scarf in a gorgeous, muted tone {loving this ruby taupe color!} doesn’t look like much, but the texture will seriously make your outfit. This one has a sweet lace edge!

Black-ish is the new black. A transitional season means that things don’t have to be perfect- you can say goodbye to the crispness of winter with a worn in and faded boot– we love this must-have “black-ish” color!

Who says every season requires a whole new wardrobe. Don’t you love the idea of shopping your own closet? We can’t wait to reinvent our old standbys with this set of refreshed styles for our essentials! What about you?!

images via Heist