Spring is Right Around the Corner

It has finally arrived! This morning I walked out of my room with only a light jacket on.  The sun is out, the snow is melting and the weather is above 40 degrees.  Life is good.

With this enjoyable spring weather come spring apparel.  Say goodbye to puffy winter jackets, gloves, scarves, hats, winter boots...should i keep going?  And say hello to jean jackets, dresses and WHITE.  Yes, I follow the rules of wearing white.  It is a fashion faux pas to wear white after Labor Day and before Memorial Day.  Now there are some exceptions to this rule of course and it can be bent.

Fashion Week occurred recently and all the new styles and trends were revealed for this upcoming spring.  Let's take a look at what we should be looking forward to!  

Trend #1:  Shirtdresses

Is it a shirt or is it a dress? It's both! This new style of a dress has the top of a shirt button down and collared while also being long enough to pass for a dress.  Add a belt around the waist and you've got a perfect outfit that is casual and cute.  

Trend #2:  Yellow

Okay, most people will say that yellow is not the color for them and it is usually not people's first choice for clothing.  But hear me out.  There are all different shades of yellow, you can find one that fits you.  Yellow is a a fun and happy color.  It will make you stand out this spring.

Trend #3:  Black and White

This is nothing new.  Black and white is a trend that will never die.  I personally always gravitate toward black and white clothes.  I will go shopping with strong intentions of buying a purple top or bright colors, but I will leave the store with something black or white.  This spring people are getting creative with these colors.  Make your black and white wardrobe interesting with textures and patterns.  Circles, polka dots and checkered looks are especially popular this year.  

Trend #4:  One-Shoulder Cuts

The new thing this year is showing shoulders.  I've even noticed walking through the mall that so many shirt are one-shoulder or off the shoulders.  These shirts are perfect for vacations or being outside in the warm weather.  And at night they make the perfect top for date night.  

Trend #5:  Obi Belts

For those of you who don't know what an obi belt is, don't feel bad i didn't know either.  It originated in Japan and was part of the Japanese fashion culture.  They would tie them around dresses, kimonos and they were even used in martial arts.  This is the new and one of the most flattering fashion statements of the spring.  They are worn to accentuate your waist and work best for dresses, jumpsuits and trench coats.   

Visit this Spring Couture site to see more of the best looks and styles for this season!