How to Buy a Spring Jacket

Everyone looks forward to the time of year that they can put away their bulky winter coat and put on a spring jacket. Spring jackets are light designs that protect against the cooler days of early spring. Keep these things in mind when you buy a spring jacket.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a spring color. A spring jacket should be light colored; pastel reds, greens, yellows and blues are ideal selections.

2. Pick a jacket with a hood. An attached or detachable hood will come in handy for rainy spring days.

3. Buy a weatherproof jacket. Your jacket should withstand spring's unpredictable weather.

4. Consider a cropped or knee-length spring jacket. Longer coats and jackets are best left to winter coat styles.

5. Purchase a jacket with a fitted silhouette. The silhouette of a spring jacket contrasts nicely with other spring styles, like ruffled shirts and peasant skirts.

6. Stick with a classic. If you are unsure about the new spring styles, you can always pick up a denim jacket to wear during the spring. Denim matches with anything and the material is durable enough to withstand the elements.

Tips & Warnings

• You should always try on a spring jacket before you buy it. Make sure that it fits well and will not feel too heavy on warmer spring days.
• You can always purchase more than one spring jacket to wear during the season. Spring jackets cost a lot less than heavier winter coats.

Resources

• Columbia Sportswear has affordable and attractive spring jackets.