I spent an afternoon with a stylist from Aritzia—my spring wardrobe has never looked as good.

I spent an afternoon with a stylist from Aritzia—my spring wardrobe has never looked as good.

      Aritzia has long been a go-to for fashion enthusiasts and editors. This Canadian brand is celebrated for its essential items: reliable basics, vibrant puffer jackets, and professional work attire. Stepping into one of their New York stores on a weekend feels like a struggle for survival in a crowded arena, with countless shoppers flowing through the gleaming bronze doors towards the sanctuary of tailored blazers and perfectly relaxed trousers. Usually, I’m among those shoppers, though I must confess I prefer to avoid the weekends due to the throngs of people—and I often find myself spending what feels like hours sifting through the new arrivals section and piecing together outfits solo.

      However, this spring, I pushed myself to be more open and spontaneous—specifically, by allowing someone else to curate my spring wardrobe. This is where Aritzia's team of fantastic style advisors comes in, offering personalized styling sessions one-on-one. Whether you're searching for a first-day-at-work outfit, vacation attire, or simply a seasonal wardrobe refresh, Aritzia's personal styling team is ready to assist. The best part? It’s completely free—there’s no minimum spending limit or tiered system to book an appointment with a style advisor. All you have to do is reach out to your local Aritzia store or request an appointment via Aritzia's app. Easy peasy.

      After connecting with Aritzia's staff and scheduling an appointment aimed at revamping my spring wardrobe, I headed to their flagship location in Flatiron, which was recently remodeled. This new store at 115 5th Ave was the ideal venue to meet my stylist, Emily. Emily shared that she has been with Aritzia for nearly five years, often collaborating with a devoted list of private clients she has built relationships with over the years. They sometimes text her about upcoming special occasions or drop by to check out new arrivals. For me, Emily opted for a straightforward approach: light layering pieces, playful colors, and uncomplicated outerwear like trench coats, after reviewing my personal style ahead of my visit. (I admit, I appreciate someone doing a bit of digital sleuthing to grasp my taste!)

      After ordering an iced strawberry matcha with oat milk from Aritzia's in-store café, my stylist and I got to work.

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      **Outfit 1**

      For this look, my style advisor and I aimed to experiment with layering, utilizing outerwear either worn or draped around my waist. I became enamored with these cotton Oberlin pants—so much so that I purchased them in every color. The bomber jacket is one of Aritzia's best-selling designs, so it was no surprise that I instantly fell for it as well.

      **Outfit 2**

      I must confess, I felt a bit daunted by the idea of wearing a short trench coat. Although I'm a fan of the trend, I never managed to style one in a way that I loved until my stylist recommended this straightforward ensemble: a cropped trench, a simple white top, and a blush lace-trimmed slip skirt. This outfit felt like the peak of all my favorite spring trends, and I have no doubt it will remain in my lineup for the season.

      **Outfit 3**

      The highlight of working with my Aritzia stylist was that she understood my personal style before I even entered the fitting room. This outfit showcases an elevated, effortless take on my favorite spring essentials: denim, long trenches, and quality jeans. Combining all these elements felt right to both her and me. Plus, I was instantly taken with the olive hue of the trench coat—a sure way to make a typically dull coat feel fresh and exciting. You can never have too many trench coats in my opinion.

      **Outfit 4**

      I tend to gravitate towards muted shades like white, cream, navy, and black, which is why chocolate brown was a natural choice for this look. My stylist suggested using texture as our focal point, combining satin trousers, my trusted Margaux suede ballet flats, and a cotton bomber jacket in harmony with the color scheme. The striped shirt provided a nice contrast to the mocha tones, and I would be surprised if my fiancé didn’t end up borrowing this shirt from me in the coming weeks as the weather warms up—it's such a great unisex item!

      **Outfit 5**

      As I've been embracing my bridal phase recently, I knew I had to try this effortless cotton poplin dress from Aritzia. I already own a similar, shorter version in black, which I wear for dinners with friends during warmer weather, but there’s something so convenient about slipping on a poplin dress when heading to the office or running errands on chillier spring days. Honestly, most of my favorite poplin dresses (and skirts) come from Aritzia, so I was eager to add another style that would suit

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