Is This The Perfect Wardrobe Essential To Welcome Spring?

Okay, we were a little skeptical of the "shortalls" trend at first. Seems like we just figured out how to wear overalls without channeling the farmer — and now, along comes a piece that threatens to make us look like a grade-schooler. But, with a little know-how, shortalls really can feel chic...we promise.

A luxe fabric like velvet can eschew kitsch for refinement. Plus, velvet has the rare ability to be beautiful, warm, and comfortable all at once — a pretty nice hat trick for this time of year. But, for tricky trends like this one, styling matters in a big way, too. Luckily, Teen Vogue has some genius tips that'll make your shortalls feel downright sophisticated..and not at all Romper Room. Click through to read their genius tips that'll transform this once childhood staple into your your new, one-piece wonder. (Teen Vogue)