I am thinking ahead here, but I really got excited when I had a sneak peak at what's to come this year for the 2010/11 Spring Summer fashion. Here it is...
Denim Dressing
Runway: Designers rework denim into rompers, dresses and shoes for spring. The edgiest looks feature head-to-toe denim: previously a fashion don't.
Reality: Head-to-toe denim may work on trendy fashionistas as a fad, but in reality the denim-everything trend is one we all love. From denim tunics worn with leggings to great denim shoes (Tory Burch has a pair you'll die for), touches of denim worn in new ways -- as jackets, dresses, shorts and shirts -- instead of just jeans looks fresh for spring. Mix denim with white, brights and neutrals. Denim is a natural for big bold pieces of nature-inspired jewellery like wood or turquoise.
Military Influence
Runway: Army jackets, sharp-cut military jackets and olive green were all over the runway for Spring 2010.
Reality: Here's a trend that works for so many women, and it's as easy to buy into as adding a pair of soft utility pants or khaki camp shirt into your wardrobe. The key to keeping military looks feminine is to choose fitted shirts and jackets: it gives it more of a boy-meets-girl look than a sloppy army surplus look. Although camo is around, it's really the khakis and olives that look freshest. I happen to be a huge fan of olive, but if it's not a colour you can wear keep it on the bottom or just go with khaki.
Leggings
Runway: To shake up the basic black leggings that everyone has co-opted as a no-brainer look, designers took to crazy prints and fresh fabrics.
Reality: No need to go with wild ripped-up leggings or eye-popping prints to get a fresh take on leggings for spring. Contemporary manufacturers in particular have you covered: new acid-wash/tie-dye looks, khaki neutrals, cute zip-ankle details and especially denim leggings (JEGGINGS) will add to your legging wardrobe.
Jumpsuits
Runway: From dramatic wide-legged pantsuits to more utilitarian-type cuts, one-piece pants dressing was a significant runway trend.
Reality: It may be starting to hit the mainstream, but the jumpsuit is not the easiest trend to pull off. Many of the styles feature a slim-top silhouette paired with a really wide leg: a horrible combo for bottom-heavy women. Watch the leg width and you'll be fine: strapless looks are one of my favorites (I can't wait for a warm weather party to wear one!) and I even like the jumpsuits that feature a shorter, slimmer leg.
Coral
Runway: Soft oranges, especially coral, heated up the neutrals on the runway.
Reality: Pick a shade of orange that works with your skin: anything from coral to peach works on most women. This hue mixes beautifully with the softer neutrals like khaki and white; it also looks lovely with metallics like gold and silver and all the blues.
Shorts
Runway: Bermudas, leather shorts, bloomers, Daisy Dukes, walking shorts: designers re-imagined this summertime favorite in every way possible for spring.
Reality: My favorite edgy look for spring is definitely the leather short, but it's not for everyone. The city suit (short suit) is definitely another great look and a younger alternative to a traditional skirt suit. For most of us, a walking short or even a slim longer short that hits around the knee is a fun way to try out the look.
Statement Shoes
Runway: Eye-popping heights and elaborate details made their way down the runway on the feet of models around the world. The most dramatic styles were cage shoes, wedges and ankle boots.
Reality: Statement shoes have been one of the most significant trends going for seasons. Even pant lengths are being made to show off great shoes (cropped slim pants are my favorite way to show off amazing shoes.) Cage shoes are an update on the gladiator: they feature a cage-like effect made with straps and can either be casual or dress, high-heel or flat. Wedges -- a warm-weather favorite -- are updated with wooden heels and every fabric and detail available. Booties and ankle boots are still a very strong look and work well with leggings and shorter skirts.
Shirt-dresses
Runway: From softer draped shirt-dresses to sharply cut military styles, the shirt-dress was the silhouette for spring.
Reality: A favorite of working gals everywhere, the shirt-dress is one of my go-to silhouettes because it just looks so great on. A knee-length or shorter is the best look on most women, and a straighter skirt with a blouse top balances out curves.
Fringed Bags
Runway: Fringe and tassels add interest to handbags this season.
Reality: Here's a simple trend that is easy to incorporate into your wardrobe. Fringed bags add a western/boho feel to just about anything, but look especially great with denim.
Well time to start saving for all these must have's!
Bx
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