Rain or Shine: The Ultimate Spring Game Day Style Guide

Written by: Tess Helbig

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Time to read 5 min

Spring game days are all about embracing the excitement of the season—rain or shine! 🌦 Whether you're cheering on your team under a cloudy sky or soaking up the sun, finding the perfect outfit is key to staying comfortable and stylish. ✨ From sleek rain jackets that keep you dry to bomber jackets that add a little edge, and elevating your classic tee to stay cool on a warmer day, we've got you covered. Get ready for spring game day, tackle unpredictable weather with ease and look good while doing it! 


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Style Guide: Spring Game Day

Rally in the Rain

Don't let rain on game day get you down! ☔️ Rain coats can hide your team spirit, but with a little intention you can step up your spring game day look and still rally in the rain! When opting for a neutral colored rain coat, you can tie in some team spirit with statement purses or colored shoes that highlight your teams primary colors. Or go for a rain coat that's in your teams primary or secondary color, letting everyone know who you're rooting for from the parking lot to your seat! 

WHEN STYLING:

  • To Elevate: off-set the sportiness a rain coat brings, add bold accessories with jewelry like rings or earrings or a statement bag. 
  • Use Color: Incorporate team colors by opting for a colored jacket, purse, or shoes in your teams primary colors.
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Chic, Cozy, and Covered

For those cool, cloudy spring game days with a chance of rain, a trench coat is the perfect balance of sophisticated style and function! A full-length trench keeps you covered and polished, while a cropped trench adds a modern, sporty edge. The perfect trench coat is easy to find and easy to incorporate into your with your game day apparel. ✨ Whether you layer it with your favorite game day tee shirt or crew neck, you’ll be ready to cheer no matter what the forecast brings!

WHEN STYLING:

  • Type of Jacket: opt for a classic, length trench for a timeless, sleek look or try a cropped trench for a trendy take on a classic
  • Additional Tip: make it a set! Pair your trench coat with color or hues in your pants or make it a set with a matching t-shirt and pants with a complementary trench overtop
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Jackets That Score

For cooler spring game days, you can layer up without sacrificing style! Think transitional wear with bomber jackets and technical jackets, rather than your winter puffer coat or just a crew neck. These jackets are not only on-trend this season but also the perfect way to stay warm while repping your team. 🏆 These sleek, buildable jackets pair effortlessly with tees or crew necks and offer so many ways to style. From a polished monochrome look to a laid-back but intentional look. With these jackets you'll be on trend and ready for transitional weather. 

WHEN STYLING:

  • To Elevate: To add a touch a femininity to a structured jacket, add bold jewelry through necklaces and earrings, a statement purse plus shoes like kitten heels and or flats. 
  • Play with Proportions: opt for an oversized bomber jacket with tighter fitting pants or try a fitted technical jacket and be sure align the bottom hem of the jacket with the rise of your pants for a cohesive look 
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Vested in Victory

Don’t overlook the power of a vest for those crisp spring game days! From lightweight quilted styles to cozy puffers, vests are the perfect layering piece to keep you warm without sacrificing style. For a sporty vibe, pair a vest with athletic sneakers and track pants. If streetwear is more your game, go for a neutral shade and layer with oversized jeans and a statement shoes or purse. 😊 Whether you're tailgating or cheering from the stands, vests offer endless ways to stay stylish and show off your team pride!

WHEN STYLING:

  • Texture and Proportion: add visual interest to your look with an oversized puffer vest or a lighter-weight fuzzy, wool textured vest
  • Use Color: to pull the look together, use colors that compliment your teams colors or opt for a vest in your primary teams colors
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Shorts That Win

When warming spring game days come around, it finally means shorts can come out too! 🎉 You can elevate your go-to denim shorts with statement shoes and bold accessories that make your outfit stand out. For a more polished look, try linen, pleated, or patterned shorts that tie in your team’s colors. Looking for a sporty edge? Biker shorts are a trendy and comfortable choice—just add an oversized team crew neck and sneakers to complete the look. No matter your style, shorts are a game day staple and with a little intention you can win from tailgate to final whistle!

WHEN STYLING:

  • Type of Boot:  Opt for a black boot for a more polished look, a neutral, tan colored boot to complement the spring season or have some fun with a patterned boot like cow print or snake skin.
  • To Elevate: amp up simple shorts with unique and bold accessories like a textured bag or sweater. You can also opt for boots for literal and still stylish elevation
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Tee Up Your Classic Tee

With an essential and classic game day t-shirt, don't go basic, try incorporating bold elements take that tee up a notch! Elevate your favorite team tee by pairing it with bold, patterned, or colored bottoms that show off your team spirit. 👑 Dress it up with a skirt, boots and statement accessories— think chunky earrings, a baseball hat and sunglasses. For a more polished touch, swap sneakers for sleek sandals or platform sneakers to take your outfit to the next level. Whether you’re keeping it sporty or chic, a classic t-shirt is the perfect base for a stylish and spirited game day fit!

WHEN STYLING:

  • Use Color: with a classic and understated tee, use color to amp up your look and show a little more team spirit. Try a hat, shoes, or a purse to pull your look together
  • Pair With: skirts add slight elevation, patterned pants add visual interest to a class tee, and have some fun with shoes when offsetting the simplicity of a classic tee
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No matter the weather, spring game day style can be both practical and stylish! 😊 Whether you opt for a classic tee and shorts combo for a sunny day or layer up with a sleek vest or technical jacket when the forecast calls for a chill, there’s no reason you can’t cheer on your team in style. With a little accessorizing and embracing the versatility of these transitional pieces, you'll be ready to tackle the day, rain or shine. With the right outfit, you'll stay comfortable, confident, and game-day ready from kickoff to the final whistle!

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