Tuesday, March 19, 2013

White Shoes

White Shoes

 Let white pumps be the exclamation point to a patterned or colorful look. It’s a neutral, so you can rarely go wrong.

Global Prints

Global Prints

 India, Asia, Africa…take inspiration from world cultures to inform your springtime garde-robe. Like florals, the more prints the better. If you’re unsure, rock a full on printed dress or match a top and skirt like Solange.

Gladiator Heels

Gladiator Heels

Get your fingers poised to lace up and buckle your sandals! Gladiator heels are back, but they’re more adventurous than ever. Most versions lace up to your ankles–some go up to your thigh. Rock ‘em with a short hem to truly let them shine.

Bold Florals

Bold Florals

Flowers in spring skews obvious, though this season, step it up a notch. Mix and match like Beyoncé or go full full on floral like Ashley Madekwe, slipping on a top and matching bottom.

Leather

Leather

Leather in the summer? Why yes. Yes, indeed. The sturdy fabric has carried over from fall to enter into our spring lexicon, thanks to lighter weights, brighter colors, and skin baring cut outs. To wear this well, go for perforated or sliced leather looks, or strapless tops that allow for a bit of ventilation.

Cropped Tops

If you’ve been up in the gym, working on your fitness, cropped tops are for you! Your best accessory would be flat abs. Go for high waisted to fudge it a bit.

Rihanna with 90′s Revival

90′s Revival

Get all your logo loving in with tops and pants emblazoned with labels. Not into free advertising? Overalls, tie dyed separates, and cropped blouses can help you get the look without being too obvious.

Ruffles Populars for spring 2013

Ruffles truly make a statement this year with scale–the bigger the better. Frills work best on cute cocktails or skirts, so grab a few if you want to fall in line.



Ruffles

Ruffles Fashion Spring 2013

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Whether sliced vertically or horizontally, stripes, some nautically inspired, will be sure to set off your wardrobe with panache. It’s all about bold combinations for Spring. Layer stripe on stripe, or take it easy with a lined dress. Note: horizontal stripes can make you look wide, while vertical stripes make you appear long and lean. Your choice!

Stripes

Stripes

Checkerboard/Diamond Prints

So the Fall 2013 collections have recently wrapped, and it’s high time to start thinking about getting prepped for Spring! Though it’s still pretty cold (and rainy!!) in NYC, the weather will be turning before you know it. Get ready for warm temps and bright rays with these Spring/Summer 2013 fashion and shoe trends:


10 Top Spring 2013 Fashion Trends (What They Are and How to Wear Them): Ruffles, 90′s Revival, Stripes, Leather, and more!