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Ah, the warm, sweet air of spring. Whether you find it romantic or allergy-inducing
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Dressing for spring is kind of a pain: it can be cold and dry one minute, warm and wet the next. And goodness knows that buying all the latest fashion has a way of stretching even the most flexible of budgets to breaking point. Below are some tips for surviving this season with your sanity--and wallet--intact.
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Spring is a great chance for women to explore some really feminine looks, especially after the ocassional harshness of winter fashions. While last year we saw the rise of ruffles and frills, this year is a lot simpler, and dare we say...minimalist?
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Stark A stripped down, no frills, completely minimalist sort of aesthetic is favored by many designers this spring. Contemplate a solid white dress |
Long and Sheer An alternative to the previous trend, the focus here is on length and layering. It's all part of the continuing theme of wearing loungewear |
The Neutral Zone Neutrals are holding strong this season, so don't completely abandon last year's simpler pieces. But where last year you could wear a beige suit |
The fads listed above are all minor compared to spring fashion's main event! This year's big look is absolutely nostalgic. Having finally exhausted the sartorial supply of the 1980's, we've taken up some of the styles of the seventies, with a few modern twists, of course.
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Bell Bottoms are Back This year some styles are still in transition; basically, skinny pants |
Let It Flow When it comes to tops, look for fabrics that are loose and flowy. Cut is important too; cape blouses |
Platform Shoes Though not exactly the boogie shoes |
Earthy Jewelry Jewelry this season is more mineral-rich, with designers taking their cues from the local Natural History museum. Look for quartz |
Macrame I? When you just aren't in the mood for some of the season's more silky styles, try something with a bit more texture. Whether it's crochet |
The big colors this year are a bit warm for spring, but that doesn't mean they aren't lively. You're best bet is to wear "In" colors in small doses: a T-shirt here, a ring there, and so on.
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A range of jewel tones |
Citrus colors like orange and chartreuse are season standouts. A chartreuse dress |
A more casual look for spring that's getting a lot of attention: stripes |
Guys are also feeling the seventies trend this year, albeit in more subtle ways. Quite a few classics are back, but we aren't talking leisure suits.
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Return of the Masculine Cut Classic men's suits are getting a revival this spring. Broad shoulders |
Flared Jeans Don't panic boys, we aren't talking full bell bottoms just yet. The seventies-influenced designs for men have a hem that's only slightly wider than boot cut jeans |
Motorcycle Man Normally leather jackets are a fall mainstay, but this spring, designers have been all over biker jackets for men |
Show Some Neck Standard peaked lapels on dress shirts |
Casual Belts Classy leather belts |
Check out some of our other guides to help you plan your spring wardrobe, spring holidays, spring cleaning, and much more.
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