Corrine StokoeSeasons are changing, spring is springing (for some of us) and we're looking forward to lighter layers, dresses and all the cutest things trending in 2023! Some of our team out in Florida is in full blown summer already and it’s brutally hot, some are in milder spring weather finally (that would be Corrine haha) and some woke up to 6 inches of fresh April snow. But no matter where you are, trends come and go, and sometimes it's hard to know what's in and what's out, so we put together the ultimate guide for you to reference as you're doing your spring shopping.
We've searched the internet high and low for all the greatest trends, and we're excited to share with you our top six favorites! And if you've been here for a bit, then you know we're a sucker for finding the best, cutest things for LESS. So we've done our research and found all of these cute trending items for literally a fraction of the price that you can get elsewhere, thanks to Walmart! Now let's get to it, because we can't wait to share our faves with you!
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In a hurry? Shop our picks below:
1. Button Down Sweaters
Button down cardigans are making a big appearance in 2023 again! This cozy, and fun layering staple is was included in the Insider's article “The 9 Best Cardigans of 2023”. Sweater weather isn't just for those fall winter months, but it's also a great item to bring with you to layer over swimsuits on a chillier summer night or during the transition to these spring months as the weather is just starting to warm up.
You might've seen this button cardigan sweater style carried by quite a bit of really popular high-end brands, and it's been a crowd favorite this whole last season and is still trending like crazy. No wonder it's so popular – it's perfect for layering and is so easy to dress up or down any time of the year. Plus, the fabric is so soft and it makes for a perfect staple piece in your wardrobe!
The color pictured is sold out but you can get it almost fully stocked in this beautiful blue color, perfect for spring!
2. Straight Leg Jeans
Denim jeans are a trend that seem to never go out of style! They're here to stay in 2023 and here is why: first off, they're the perfect blank slate staple item to pair with so many other outfit pieces you may already have in your wardrobe! We're even seeing a ton of denim on denim looks all over the internet on big celebrities like Hailey Bieber. And the celebrity-approved blue straight jeans are a universally flattering style that will never fail, no matter the season or year!
The hot topic controversial question is: are skinny jeans still in style 2023? And the answer is: no, they're being replaced by straight leg and even bootcut style jeans! These straight leg Levi's are a classic and are definitely a big trend right now. The fit of this pair is perfection, and the distressed look is really cute. The jeans are distressed holes on this pair of jeans is a little higher if you like that. It hits a little too high on Corrine because she's taller, but hit our Mint Arrow team member Kourtney at the perfect spot (she's 5'4)! Another thing to be mindful of is Levi's don't tend to be very stretchy, so size up if you're worried about them being too tight!
3. Denim Jackets
Denim jackets… what'd we say! Denim on denim on denim in 2023! If you've read in the latest Seventeen article, then you know “Western Y2K” is totally on trend in 2023, especially this spring! Yes, that means bring on allllll the denim – oh, and don't forget the cowgirl boots. Denim jackets are a tried and true closet staple that deserve a rightful place in everyone's closet. They're also a really great simple palette to add some fun color to… speaking of – classic greens and all the pinks are super fun and “on trend” colors to wear under your denim jacket to spice it up in 2023!
From Gigi Hadid to Taylor Swift, so many big celebrities are sporting denim jackets in 2023 and they're trending like crazy. There's no question why because they're an extremely versatile piece of clothing that can be dressed up or dressed down! Wear with denim jeans, over a cute dress or skirt, and even over a hoodie jacket. This is a denim jacket we found that's the perfect medium wash and the fray edging is such a cute touch. It's perfectly oversized, so we recommend ordering your normal size. It's so cute and only $29! You can even wear it with these Levi's jeans for that cute denim on denim look.
4. Drop Waist Dresses
These Henley dresses are super on trend in 2023, and here is why! The henley style is being sold in all kinds of stores from Aritzia to Target as the perfect basic piece. They've been a huge trend throughout the winter months because they're a great long sleeve layer to wear underneath coats and jackets, and this henley dress is now the latest trend as we're entering into these warmer spring months.
This henley drop waist dress is the easiest and comfiest outfit to throw on and head out the door, and STILL look cute. As seen all over TikTok, it's really popular to wear these cute flattering dresses and pair them with some sneakers in the spring months. It's the perfect mix of casual and cute outfit, and love that this one is long sleeved so you can wear it in the spring and fall without getting cold! The drop waist is very flattering and the collar is a super cute touch, too! And only $19!! A cute, everyday dress that's trending in 2023.
*NOTE: We're so sad that this dress is sold out in ALL colors! Here's a really cute and crazy comfy similar option, and we've added a couple more options below that we think you'll like, too.
5. White Sneakers
White sneakers are a timeless wardrobe piece! They've been a huge trend this past year, and they're not going anywhere in 2023! If you watched the 2023 Grammys, then you saw several white sneakers make an appearance. Stars like Meghan Markle, Jennifer Garner, Emma Watson and so many other stylish stars are wearing classic white sneakers with their outfits, and these ones are super similar and a fraction of the price!
You'll see so many people incorporating a pair of crisp white sneakers to a more dressed up outfit out to dinner or to work, and also casually out running errands. They're the everything shoe that is essential to have in your closet. It's the shoe you'll wear with so many different outfits! These would look so cute with either of these outfits we shared in this post, too!! This pair reminds us so much of a designer-inspired shoe but for a fraction of the price! It's a really cute and affordable option, and the gold accents are a fun and feminine touch. Size up half a size if you're in between sizes!
6. Black Tote
Black totes are in style 2023… and not just any and every black tote, but this MZ Wallace-inspired tote is trending like crazy this year! Big influencers on the internet are sharing this favorite tote while they travel and celebrities are seen wearing a tote just out and about running errands. We dare you to search “celebrities wearing MZ Wallace tote in 2023” and you'll be blown away by how many different images of celebs with (bascially) this tote pop up.
There's no doubt why this infamous style tote is all the rage right now – it's super spacious and can fit a laptop or even be used as a diaper bag, there are zippers and compartments on the inside of the bag, and it even zips completely closed! It's versatile, it's functional, and it's a sleek bag that can complete an outfit. We even fit everything we wrote about in this post IN this black tote, so that's how you know this bag isn't messing around! This black tote is almost identical looking to the MZ Wallace bag, and it's a fraction of the price. How could you pass up this fashion deal?!
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Our best kept “trend secret”!
Sometimes it's hard to keep up with all the cute trends because things can be so pricey! Especially when you know that some of these clothing pieces might not still be in style in a few years. One of our best kept secrets about staying up to trend with the latest styles, but not breaking the bank is shopping at stores like Walmart, where they are always in the know about the latest and the greatest. Everything is super affordable, cute AND on trend. Bookmark this post and use it as your own personal guide as you start your spring shopping and add trending pieces to your wardrobe!
