If the word "sweatshirt" conjurs images of lazy weekend mornings or trips to the gym, prepare for a slight adjustment. One look at Kerry Washington [1] on the cover of Elle's April issue [2] will convince you that the time-honored wardrobe staple is, in fact, quite chic. Inside the magazine, Kerry models a range of perfect-for-Spring looks from designers including Versace, Chloé, and Altuzarra.

But we still just can't get over that sweatshirt. The one Kerry models is Shinola Women's Cassius Clay Sweatshirt [3] ($180), which she wears paired with Cartier earrings and bracelets by Van Cleef & Arpels. She got us mulling over the idea of the luxury sweatshirt, and unsurprisingly, it's a trend we can get behind. Read on to see Kerry's full shoot for Elle and to shop some other gorgeous tops right now.

Wearing an Altuzarra sweater with Collection jeans, Marina B. earrings, and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. and Pomellato bracelets.

Wearing a Chloé top and jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels.

Wearing a Versace dress, De Grisogono earrings, a cuff by Ippolita, and a Verdura bracelet.

Shinola Women's Cassius Clay Sweatshirt [4] ($180)