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It’s officially in-between season: one day it’s winter, the next it’s full-on spring. The key to always being prepared? Layers, layers, and more layers. Here, find FFC’s 4 unexpected ways to combine your winter and spring pieces into easy, super chic looks for any day of the week.

Look #1

Take a springy silk slip dress and use it as a fun top layer over a pair of skinny denim and a cotton turtleneck. If the temperature rises during the day, you can ditch the turtleneck, or if it cools off, just toss on a long cardigan sweater to top it off.

Look #2

Mixing tailored and casual pieces in one look can veer towards appearing messy if not done right—the key to staying polished is keeping everything tonal. This gray-scale ensemble is the perfect example: distressed black denim on the bottom balances out well with the long gray pinstripe blazer with heather gray V-neck sweater and lightweight white cotton T poking out underneath. The icing on the cake? The dove gray cashmere scarf.

Look #3

The tweed sheath dress is an essential spring and fall piece, and it’s not too early to break it now right now. Simply toss on a chunky wool sweater over the top and pair with boots. Have a mid-day presentation? Lose the sweater and swap the boots for a pair of heels, instant polish.

Look #4

For a super cozy look that’s both relaxed and put-together, take a lesson from this insouciant pairing: sweatshirt maxi skirt + chunky knitted sweater + oversized cashmere scarf. Just add a pair of sneakers and go.

Velvet is one of spring’s most sough-after fabrics, no longer reserved only for fancy affairs and holiday dressing. Here, Fashion Fabric Club’s roundup of 5 simple-yet-impactful velvet pieces that you can wear right now, and straight through to summer.

Button Up

The button up is a wardrobe essential—it’s a timeless basic that works both off duty and on; whether the office dress code is business casual or just plain old casual. In velvet, the button up has an almost chameleon-like way to go dressy or super laid-back, depending on the pairing.

3/4 Length Tee

A classic crew neck T is a part of arsenals of nearly everyone, from clotheshorses to the sartorially stunted, but in a plush, shiny velvet it gets a totally new look; even being able to go to more formal affairs with the right accessories.

Long Bomber Jacket

Velvet is the just-right weight for in-between weather, perfect for a long bomber: it can be worn as a light jacket on warmer days, or as added layer when the temperatures are low. Added bonus: it’s an easy, no-brainer way to transform a go-to look of jeans and a T into a full-on look.

Oversized Blazer

The “borrowed-from-the-boys” moment is still going strong, so mixing in the velvet trend is an obvious (and incredibly right-now) choice. To play up the menswear vibe, try a solid velvet in a muted or neutral color like this rust brown.

Raglan T

If you’re looking to just dip into the velvet trend, rather than diving all the way in, you can use velvet as an accent material on traditional pieces (take this raglan T, for example)—it’s an easy way to upgrade tried-and-true favorites while also rocking the hot trend.

Valentine’s Day may be over, but Fashion Fabrics Club Online is still spreading the love. 4 free patterns, with links to fabrics to bring them to life (that all happen to be on sale right now). Lovely, indeed.

Fit & Flare Dress

The all-so-flattering fit and flare dress hugs all the right places, offering a shapely silhouette for nearly any body type, especially when done up in a slinky jersey knit (FFC’s favorites: cheetah print, Moroccan print, snakeskin print, shown here). Get a free pattern from sewing blog: So Sew Easy (picture shown is also from their blog).

Wrap Dress

The wrap dress is a girl’s best friend: effortless, dependable, timeless, and versatile. (DVF, we thank you for your design prowess and bringing us this gem of a garment.) This pattern (and picture shown) is from the blog of Confessions of a Fabricaholic, it has the perfect year-round mix of ¾ length sleeves and a knee-length hemline. She used a solid, thicker knit, but in a drapey, printed jersey knit (like a floral print, or black + white rose print ) it would have a more flirty appeal.

Maxi Skirt

Maxi skirts are closet essentials, no matter what time of year. Check out Crazy Little Projects maxi skirt sewing tutorial to craft your own (picture shown, from her site). She suggests a stretchy knit fabric but if you’re looking for something a little dressier (and if you know your way around a sewing machine and can handle more slippery fabrics), try a poly/chiffon fabric in fun print like floral or chevron.

Gathered Top

This versatile top (pattern and picture from the divas at So Sew Easy) would make a great addition to any wardrobe; under blazers, paired with jeans or skirts or even shorts. In order to achieve the best drape from the gathered design, opt for a stretch knit fabric, asymmetrical patterns like FFC’s multi cheetah plaid, or multi oval cluster would work best.

On the chilliest February days, it’s important to remember that spring is just around the corner, and Fashion Fabrics Club’s has just the thing kick those winter blues. Here, 5 linen looks to evoke spring.

Tunic

It’s just perfect for spring, but the linen tunic is also a great partner for now, too. Simply pair with leggings or skinny jeans and add a pair of boots and a chunky knitted scarf.

Wrap Skirt

A great travel partner, whether window-shopping down Paris’ Champs-Elysées or soaking in the rays poolside in the California valley, a linen wrap skirt is a great, effortless piece to add to any collection, especially of those with a particularly keen sense of wanderlust.

Caftan

A linen caftan is one of those pieces you will reach for again and again, year after year. Wrap up in it fireside with fuzzy socks and a good book, or use it in the summer as an easy bathing suit cover-up.

Blazer

In linen, the classic blazer still maintains its inherent put-together appeal, but has a more casual, effortless vibe—cleverly combining business and pleasure, a.k.a. it’s both work and vacation appropriate.

Button-Up

While the traditional cotton button-up is stiff, tailored, and rather boxy, the same piece in a light linen is totally transformed, all of a sudden becoming a cool, laid-back piece perfect for off-duty with a favorite pair of jeans.

In celebration of the current silk sale on Fashion Fabrics Club online, here are 5 fun ways you can wear this luxurious, flowy, light fabric even in the depths of winter.

Pleated Silk Skirt

Try a neutral shade of silk for a pleated maxi skirt, it may seem more on the formal side but with the right pairing, like a chunky knitted sweater, it makes for a perfect everyday article.

Button-Up

Instead of the traditional structured cotton button-up, try it in a soft silk. The unstructured nature of the fabric transforms the classic piece into something much more effortless and at the same time elegant and more feminine looking, thanks to its slouchy structure and slight sheen.

Neck Scarf

Channel your inner Parisian and try a patterned silk tied around the neck, it’s an instant way to transform an easy go-to like jeans and a sweater into a full-on look.

Slip Dress

Yes, you can wear a silk slip dress in the winter! It’s a current must-have; having taken the stage in fall it shows no signs of fading from the limelight any time soon. To make it cold-weather right, all you have to do is toss on a cotton turtleneck and a pair of tights underneath.

Bomber Jacket

Leather jackets are just perfect, but in silk it’s so much more of-the-moment, and gives it a more feminine and dressed up appeal, pairing well with everything from distressed denim to a maxi dress.

Velvet, satin, silk—meet the fabrics of season, if not year. These typically dressy materials are breaking out of their formal form, making their way into the everyday wardrobes of style mavens everywhere. Fashion Fabrics Club has rounded up some easy and oh-so-chic ways to make everyday pieces out of these favorite luxe materials.

T-Shirt

One of the easiest ways to rock this trend is using velvet in the simple, and classic, t-shirt. Wear it exactly as you would your favorite cotton T—with jeans, with skirts, under blazers—and watch your outfit magically transform into a statement look. (Pro tip: Use crushed velvet for an even more laid-back vibe.)

Camisole

Those silk camisoles, once reserved for strictly underwear, are coming out of the boudoir and onto the chic streets. This piece is best paired with laid-back, textural pieces like distressed denim to offset the risqué appeal and to make it everyday-worthy.

Slip Dress

Take that satin slip dress you lived in last summer out of storage—with the right pairing it will carry you right through winter. Simply toss on a cotton long-sleeved T underneath and a pair of cool sneakers to keep things casual. (Cold weather? Simply swap the sneaks for a pair of boots and add tights.)

Blazer

The easiest way to make your go-to jeans-and-a-tee into a full-on look: the addition of a lustrous velvet blazer and killer set of heels. That’s some serious no-brainer chic.

Button-Up

The traditional button-up is a forever wardrobe essential, but in a silk it has a whole new vibe. It’s at the same time more relaxed and more refined with its slouchy structure and luxurious sheen.

Kick those winter blues by channeling summer in your outfit—sophisticated floral patterns are just the ticket. Here, Fashion Fabrics Club’s 4 ways to bring a fresh crop of chic style to your cold-weather look.

Bomber Jacket

Bomber jackets are an essential winter piece, to give it a fun twist try it in an elegant, silky floral print. The key to keeping it winter-appropriate is making sure the colors are on the darker side.

Pleated Mini Skirts

Pleated minis are a year-round wardrobe must-have, their pairing ease and ability to go dressy or casual makes it a sartorial all-star. In a satin floral print (in deep, muted tones), it gives it just enough oomph to be eye-catching, but not overdone.

Leggings

Transform a look from leisurely to look-at-me by swapping your favorite pair of black leggings for ones with a playful floral print. Again, keep the colors on the darker side of the spectrum to keep things winter-right and pair with an oversized sweater and tall boots (to temper the busyness of the print).

Hoodie

Florals in a sweatshirt? Yes! All the comfort of your tried-and-true hoodie favorite, injected with fun style. Just pair with a favorite pair of denim, and go.

It’s official, the color of the year (as dictated by THE fashion color experts, Pantone) is a playful yellow-green. Here, Fashion Fabrics Club’s favorite ways to bring the “it” color of 2017 into everyday looks right now.

Tone-On-Tone

If you’re looking for a really high-impact look, you can capitalize on the eye-catching nature of this electric shade by layering pieces all in the same color. The key to keeping it classy is making sure each piece is of a varying shade (luckily, Fashion Fabrics Club has hundreds of options to choose from).

Color Pop

For a more laid-back look, use the bright hue as the focal point and keep the rest of the outfit neutral. Using the color in a flowy piece like a chiffon maxi skirt tempers the vibrant nature of the electric green.

Over Coat

This color has an inherently youthful element to it, but that doesn’t mean it can’t look sophisticated—try it in a structured piece like a classic over coat in rich, textured tweed.

Color Block

Try pairing solid-colored pieces in the same shade but of a different color, like this royal blue midi skirt. The color-blocked result has a clean and refined effect, despite the incredibly vibrant color scheme. Of course, the fabrics play a major part, too—opt for elegant materials like cashmere or satin.

New Year’s resolutions usually revolve around leading healthier lifestyles, so this week Fashion Fabrics Club takes a close look at workout wear and offers multiple ways to make chic ensembles with athletic pieces for everyday adventures.

Sweatshirt

A plain sweatshirt paired with jogger sweatpants and sneakers are fine for en route to the gym or laying around the house, but you can extend the life of this super comfy cozy outfit by transforming into a full on look with the simple addition of one very impactful piece: the leather (or faux leather) moto jacket.

Hooded Sweatshirt

With the right pairing, that hooded sweatshirt you live in all weekend long can make for an effortlessly easy ensemble. The key is in the layering: put a long cotton T underneath and then toss a cute quilted or patterned vest on top. Keep the bottom half streamlined to even out the bulk of the top layers—skinny denim or stretchy leggings are just the ticket.

T-Shirt

Workout tees don’t have to be reserved only for the gym. Toss on a pair of distressed denim, heels, and layer a structured or otherwise streamlined jacket on top for the perfect balance of dressy and casual (read: ready for anything).

Leggings

Yes, it is possible to dress up leggings without ditching your beloved sneakers. Focus on the top pieces: the more tailored, the better. Try a crisp cotton button-up under a streamlined wool topcoat.

Fashion Fabrics Club breaks down four uncommonly cool ways to add a little sparkle and shine to your look—for this weekend’s NYE celebrations and well into the New Year.

Sequin Sweatshirt

Sweatshirts don’t immediately come to mind when sequins are mentioned, but it’s the unexpectedness of the pairing that gives it such an allure. Added bonus: it’s even easier to style than your favorite sweatshirt; not only does it go perfectly with denim (tailored to distressed) but it’s also a great partner with dressed up pieces like a pleated accordion skirt.

Velvet Bomber Jacket

The men’s-inspired bomber jacket is perfect (and obvious) in leather, but in a luxe fabric with a slight sheen like the ever-popular velvet it takes it to a whole new, and super feminine, place. Try it in a crushed velvet to heighten the lights-and-darks effect for extra sheen, and added visual dimension.

Satin Trench Coat

Most commonly found in a neutral shade of strong twill, in satin, the conventional trench coat gets a whole new, totally of-the-moment look. If you really want to play up the celebratory New Year’s angle, opt for a gold or silver shade—these metallic hues act as neutrals, so you can pair them with nearly everything.

Sparkly Tulle Skirt

The season’s tulle skirts have been mostly plain in color but a sparkly tulle is a total game changer. There’s just enough sparkle to add shimmer without going overboard, especially when cut into ruffley layers in a mini length like this one that’s perfectly paired with a slouchy knitted sweater.

From present exchanges, to fireside get-togethers, to ringing in the New Year—metallic fabrics are an easy and festive way to shine over the holidays. Check out Fashion Fabrics Club’s breakdown on the best ways to incorporate metallics into your holiday looks this year.

Luxe & Laid-back

The pleated skirt is one of the biggest fashion items of the season, and in silver it gets a shimmery, festive twist. Pair it with an oversized silver sweater knit to temper the dressiness for a not-trying-too-hard look that’s still totally put-together.

Glitter & Glitz

A gold sequin skirt transforms a simple T-shirt and flats into a full-on holiday look. To heighten the sparkly appeal, gild the lily—so to speak—and layer on the gold accessories and jewelry.

Classy & Feminine

Pair a simple sweater and pair of heels with a silver tulle skirt for an easy yet incredibly high-impact look. (Pro tip: Since there is no hemming involved, you can easily cut the layers to whatever length you’d like.)

Dressed Up Jeans

You don’t have to ditch the denim to dress festive—in metallic gold denim, any style of jean from skinny to wide leg, is perfect for the holidays. Keep the pairing minimal so as not to make the overall look too busy, the jeans should be the focal point.

The holidays are nearly upon us, and once the wrapping is done, the next thing to prepare for is what to wear to the many festivities. Here are 5 easy and festive outfits from Fashion Fabrics Club that could work anywhere from a cozy fireside party to a full on holiday fête.

Tulle Skirt + Striped Shirt

A tulle skirt injects instant holiday cheer to a look no matter what color you choose. Pair with a simple cotton long-sleeved T to make it more casual, or pair with a silky top and statement necklace to for a more formal affair.

Velvet Dress

The rich sheen (and inherent coziness) of velvet makes it a perfect pick for the holidays. Velvet tends to veer toward the more dressy side, but opting for a simple silhouette like this short-sleeved mini makes it much more laid-back while still being elegant.

Lace Pencil Skirt + Cashmere Sweater

Monochrome looks are always incredibly sophisticated. Add lace and cashmere to the equation, and things get seriously refined. Try a lace pencil skirt paired with a chunky cashmere sweater, all in shades of winter white.

Buffalo Plaid Skirt

Not only is buffalo plaid a very of-the-moment pattern right now, it also has a feel of winter and holiday about it—making it a great pick for holiday dressing. Try it in a full volume skirt (pro tip: add a layer of tulle underneath for extra body) paired with a simple long-sleeved cotton T or sweater on the tip.

Pleated Maxi

Pleated chiffon maxi skirts are perfect all year round, but for the holiday season, try it in rich jewel tones like garnet red or emerald green for a festive twist. It’s a surprisingly versatile piece as it can easily be dressed up (with a pair of heels and a nice blouse) or down (with sweater crop top of casual cotton T).