What Stylist Emily Michael Cohn Is Buying For Spring
Spring is finally here, and if you are anything like Emily’s clients, you are more than ready to pack away the heavy layers and breathe new life into your wardrobe. This season is all about ease, versatility, and having a little fun with your style again.
We asked Emily Michael Cohn to help us get ready for Spring and she didn’t disappoint! Below she breaks down a few of her go-to categories for a spring refresh and shares some examples of what she is buying. These are pieces that feel current, wearable, and most importantly, personal.
About Emily
Emily Michael Cohn spent over a decade in publishing, working with top fashion and beauty brands. As Fashion Director at Marie Claire, she partnered with clients ranging from CHANEL to H&M. While raising her young children, Emily became the go-to source for styling advice for friends and family, which inspired the launch of Styled By EMC. Today, Emily offers closet edits, personal styling, shopping, outfit planning, and curated packing, helping clients rediscover their wardrobes and feel confident getting dressed. A graduate of Colgate University, she lives in Scarsdale with her husband and two children. Follow her on Instagram @styled.by.emc.
What Services Does Emily Offer?
Personal Styling: Thoughtful, individualized looks that reflect your lifestyle and elevate your everyday wardrobe
Closet Editing: Streamline and refresh your closet so everything you own works harder (and makes getting dressed easier)
Curated Packing: Stress-free packing with versatile, polished outfits planned ahead of any trip
Outfit Creation & Planning: Complete outfit solutions for everything from daily wear to vacations and special events
Personal Shopping: Efficient, tailored shopping (in person or online) that saves time and ensures you invest in the right pieces
Basics: The Foundation of Everything
Spring is the perfect time to invest in new basics. I always tell my clients never to underestimate the power of a crisp white t-shirt or a cotton tank in a flattering silhouette.
These pieces are the backbone of your wardrobe and truly work overtime. You can start your day casually, layered under a sweatshirt or worn with denim, and then quickly transition into evening by swapping in a cardigan or light jacket.
Two of my current favorites:
When your basics are strong, everything else becomes easier.
Colorful Accessories: An Easy Way to Try Trends
Not sure how to incorporate bold colors or prints into your wardrobe? You are not alone. Many of my clients feel that wearing a bright color or print in clothing can feel like too much of a statement.
My advice is to start with accessories.
Accessories are a low commitment, high impact way to experiment. This season, I am especially loving pops of pink and soft, colorful neutrals.
A few standout options:
Accessories let you experiment without overthinking and often become the pieces that pull everything together.
Fun Footwear: Where Style Meets Personality
Spring is always such a fun season for footwear, and 2026 is no exception. We are seeing everything from ballet flats to jellies, loafers, and mules.
A few directions I am loving:
Shoes are one of the easiest ways to update your wardrobe without committing to a full overhaul, and they can completely change the feel of an outfit.
Transitional Cardigans: Your New Go-To Layer
I love a good cardigan. It is lighter than a jacket, easy to throw over your shoulders, and perfect for those in-between spring days.
After a long winter, my Northeast clients are especially ready to move away from heavy outerwear and lean into softer, more relaxed layers.
What makes a great spring cardigan:
Easy to layer over a tee or tank
Polished enough to dress up an outfit
Versatile from day to dinner
Some great options this season:
When styled right, a cardigan does more than finish a look. It helps define it.
Ready to Refresh Your Wardrobe?
If you are feeling inspired but not sure where to start, that is exactly where I come in.
Whether you need a closet edit, help building outfits, or a full seasonal refresh, I work with clients to create wardrobes that feel effortless, functional, and personal.
Spring Offer:
Purchase a 5 hour styling package and receive a 6th hour free
$750 ($1,050 value)
Valid for 6 months
To get started, email styledbyemc@gmail.com