More new trends!

As the snow continues to melt and rain washes away the last of the sandy, salty mess, I am reminded that spring is a time for revitalization, refreshment and new life. With that in mind, I think it is a perfect time to touch on a few additional trends for spring. These trends are both sophisticated and fun, making them perfect additions to a versatile spring wardrobe.

Metallics continue to be hot this year, especially in footwear. Metallics are great because they are so versatile. In a flat or wrap sandal, silver or gold are cool and casual. In a stiletto or peep-toe high heel, they are dressy and alluring. A top with a foil print or few metallic threads woven in can be casual with jeans or khaki walking shorts, while a draped top in a pale champagne gold dresses up a summer suit or pencil skirt. Colors like champagne gold, faded silver, and bronze are perfect compliments to the basic black and white that will also be hot.

Color plays a big role in spring fashion trends this year. Tie-dye and ombre fabrics are cheerful, bright, summery fabrics that liven up the season. Ombre, a dip-dye technique where color is graduated from dark to light, is a more subtle and almost elegant version of the bright colorful look, as compared to tie-dye. A very simple skirt or dress in an ombre fabric would be a great addition to any wardrobe! Or, if bold color is too much for you, try an ombre scarf or headband for just a touch.

Menswear is back in a big way this spring. Suits, trousers, blazers, and button-down tops are all hot, especially when feminized with nipped-in waists, lace trim, or ruffles. These looks are obviously perfect for the workday, with their tailored, professional looks, but they can be made more casual by use of linen or cotton fabrics or pale, pretty colors.

Greek-inspired dressing is a perfect look for evening this spring. Dresses are folded, twisted, pleated, and draped to hang gracefully on the body, skimming curves and adding shape. If you love the look, as I do, but don’t have anywhere to show off a fantastic dress, a wonderful draped blouse worn with loose black pants or even jeans would be a great compromise.

If you’re on the lookout for more great spring trends, stop by next week or check out a few of the links above. Until next week……