Can't wait to sprint through summer in these cute (wear-with-everything) sneaks!

1. Rhode blouse,
2. Thatch Jewelry drop earrings,
3. Glossier makeup set,
4. Anya Hindmarch bag,
5. J.Crew sneakers,
6. M.i.H Jeans,

For my trip to New York last week, I packed two pairs of perfect everyday-running-around jeans (you can find them and ), but, weirdly, nothing inspiring to go with! So, one day, I cleverly converted this balloon-sleeve dress into a blouse, tucking it into my waistband and then I snapped up this striped top that I will work over and over and over again. Next time, however, I will be better prepared, thanks to 's Instagram account, rife with loads of jean-chic inspo. A mother of two and hard-working brand consultant, Leia does denim simply--in a way that's easy to pull off and pleases the eye. Mostly, she relies on minimalist sandals and cap-toe ballet slippers like (pictured above) and (not Chanel, but almost!), along with effortlessly chic blouses and button-down shirts from (below), (second pic down) and (third pic). But, it's also her preferred high-waist jeans that do most of the work. She opts for these by (above, on sale!), , and ($45!, pictured immediately below).

Ruffled, summery-floral, one-shouldered perfection.

This colorful sandal is going to add pep to my step--and any spring outfit!

How to make spring showers wildly more fun!

This kind of highly functional, forever-chic (Chanel-like) jacket never gets old.

For my everyday spring uniform, I am going to take a cue from my sister's London-based stylist friend and do it up simply but stylishly. All I need are three very versatile things: a delicate, lace-trimmed blouse (like , , , and ); crisp, high-waisted jeans (my faves from , and ); and barely-there, spring must-have strappy sandals. Alex's shoes are by . I also like these from , , and .

Thank you, , for making this typical jeans-and-top hump day happier with these $29(!) jeans, perfectly cut, ridiculously comfy, and super flattering in four different shades! I snapped up the black, above, and dark denim.

Cute and cozy compensation for this seemingly endless winter!