Spring Trends

I love spring. But not just for the warmer temperatures. It's the endless possibilities when it comes to getting dressed. Warm weather brings a veritable trend explosion, and makes me itch to spend my disposable income on equally disposable clothing. I'm not talking about wasting your money -- just adding a few elements that will up the ante a bit, and keep your look fresh. With that in mind I've compiled a list of key trends that are sure to hit critical mass this summer, and some tips for wearing them. Enjoy!

~~~ Charlly
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Outfit #1:   Classic
~ Dorian Wrap Sweater $148 www.anthropologie.com
~ Cherry Cami Top $14.80 www.forever21.com
~ Cotton Sateen Walking Short $118 www.marciano.com
~ Rapp and Posavek "Jillian" Bag $176 www.starsandinfinitedarkness.com
~ "Dacey" Linen Peep Toe Ballet Flat $78 www.bananarepublic.com
~ Large Pearly Earrings $3.80 www.forever21.com

Shorts -- It started with bermudas, then Johnson created mass hysteria with the launch of their uber-fashionable (and uber-expensive) "formal" shorts. Whether you go long or short, there's a look to suit every style & every budget.
Outfit 2: Work
~ C.Ronson Empire Cardigan $150 www.activeendeavors.com
~ Crinkled Lace Cami $21.50 www.ardenb.com
~ Alex & Trixie Grey Pinstripe Stretch Wool Pants $109.99 www.bluefly.com
~ Rachel Abroms "Lolita" Bag $700 www.testimoboutique.com
~ Cole Haan Collection "Simona" Pump $350 www.colehaan.com
~ "Griet" Bauble Necklace $158 www.anthropologie.com
Outfit 3: Casual
~ Bubble Shirt $118 www.fcusbuymail.com
~ Patchwork Bermuda Shorts $39.50 www.ae.com
~ Tiny Armour Heart Link Lariat $120 www.starsandinfinitedarkness.com
~ "Mary Ann" Toe Thong $17.99 www.payless.com
~ "Stuffed Olive" Handbag $528 www.anthropologie.com
Outfit 4: Casual
~ Rebecca Beeson "Breakfast in the Park Hoodie" $78 www.anthropologie.com
~ "Constellation" Shorts $25.99 www.gojane.com
~ Drifter "Forbidden Agenda" Duffle $86 www.80spurple.com
~ "Air Beau" Skimmer $155 www.colehaan.com
~ Adam Foster Skull Necklace $300 www.testimoboutique.com
Outfit 5: Funky
~ Emerge "Release" Wrap $116 www.label-la.com
~ V-Neck Cami $8.50 www.oldnavy.com 
~ Go Jane "Burdick" Shorts $31.99 www.gojane.com
~ Mix Puff Tee $58 www.fcus.com
~ "Kiwi" Slide $250 www.katespade.com
~ Rebecca Minkoff Camel Leather "Ma" Bag $455 www.satineboutique.com
~ AH Jewelry Dragonfly Necklace $98 www.luvcharlie.com
Outfit 6: Work
~ "Amanda" Shirt $69 www.bebe.com
~ Louis Verdad Plaid Tiered Skirt $145 www.shoplastyle.com
~ Maya Brenner Compassion Quan Jin Necklace $115 www.girlshop.com
~ "Calla" Perforated Peep-toe Pump $138 www.bananarepublic.com
~ "Tangiers" Large Triangle Bag $248 www.bananarepublic.com
Ruffles -- Girly girls, rest assured, spring and summer don't mean the death of the feminine styles that ruled the runways this fall. The stores are awash with flirty ruffled pieces.
Outfit 7: Work
~ Ca$hmere Navy Cardigan with Stripes $189 www.satineboutique.com
~ "Mimosa" Halter Top $78 www.anthropologie.com
~ 3.1 Philip Lim Relax Fit Cropped Pant $282 www.factorypeople.com
~ Rachel Nasvik "Patricia" Satchel $462 www.ravinstyle.com
~ Tara Subkoff "Ohma" Pumps $280 www.easyspirit.com
~ Chan Luu "Bowl of Sky" Earrings $98 www.anthropologie.com
Outfit 8: Funky
~ Charcoal "Portrait" Blouse $98 www.anthroplogie.com
~ True Religion "Jill" Super Flare Jeans $285 www.revolveclothing.com
~ Goldenbleu Leather Fringe Bag $595 www.intermixonline.com
~ C.Label "Banquet" Wedge $205 www.revolveclothing.com
~ Soixante Neuf Carved Bone Earrings $67 www.girlshop.com
Outfit 9:  Going Out
~ Ruffled V-Neck Blouse $68 www.ardenb.com
~ Joes Jeans "Honey" Crop $158 www.shopbop.com
~ Cole Haan "Ysabel" Sanda $188 www.nordstrom.com
~ Bambina di Cioccolata "Shandi" Clutch $132 www.ravinstyle.com
~ V-Draped Chain Earrings $5.80 www.forever21.com

Lace, Embroidery, and Crochet -- You could call it the remnants of last year's boho mania, but I prefer to think of it as the best parts of an overdone look. A few well placed items can make even the most ordinary outfit interesting when worked right.
Outfit 10: Going Out
~ Mason Lace Ruffle Blouse $275 www.blaec.com
~ Jill Stuart "Simone" Skirt $109.99 www.bluefly.com
~ Twelth St. by Cynthia Vincent "Zaire" Peeptoe Platform Pump $348 www.shopbop.com
~ Rachel Abroms Gold Scale Cinco Wrap with Peruvian Opal $98.99 www.testimoboutique.com
~ Stacey Lapidus "Wednesday" Clutch $440 www.testimoboutique.com
Outfit 11: Work
~ Mixed Lace Tie Front Top $78 www.ardenb.com
~ V-Neck Cami $8.50 www.oldnavy.com
~ Parameter Dark Brown Button Detail Pants $69.99 www.bluefly.com
~ Tasseled Leather Hobo $148 www.ardenb.com
~ Miss Sixty "Harold" Heels $170 www.urbn.com
~ Oval Hoop Earrings $3.80 www.forever21.com
Outfit 12: Classic
~ Anna Sui Creme/Blue Jacket with Embroidery $255 www.satineboutique.com
~ Mon Petit Oiseau Voile "Love" Skirt $108 www.melange4women.com
~ BCBG Max Azria Signature Stitched Hobo $444 www.nordstrom.com
~ Marc by Marc Jacobs Pumps $398.95 www.zappos.com
~ Argento Vivo 18k Gold Layered Green Cabochan Necklace $108 www.bluefly.com
Outfit 13: Work
~ Battenberg Lace Blouse $29 www.newport-news.com
~ Ya-Ya "Bugle II George" Pants $264 www.shopbop.com
~ Delman "Taboo" Pumps $147 www.bluefly.com
~ Wood Oval Drop Earrings $24 www.ardenb.com
~ Michael Kors "Santori" Tote $795 www.bergdorfgoodman.com
Outfit 14: Going Out
~ Gold Hawk Eyelet Cami $150 www.neimanmarcus.com
~ Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Printed Skirt $242 www.shopbop.com
~ Joia "The Bead Goes On" $45 www.anoseforclothes.com
~ Steve Madden "Amani" Pump $89.95 www.nordstrom.com
~ Versace Suede and Croc Clutch $1565 www.eluxury.com
Outfit 15: Work
~ Borne "Liberty" Blouse $210 www.blaec.com
~ Trina Turke "Pencil It" Pencil Skirt $218 www.anoseforclothes.com
~ Tara Subkoff "Frango" Pump $240 www.easyspirit.com
~ Celine Large "Dorine" Bag $1525 www.eluxury.com
~ "Ghost Rose" Cameo Earrings $24.95 www.anthropologie.com
Outfit 16: Casual
~ Bordeaux Tee $80 www.bleuclothing.com
~ Drapey Knit Pencil Skirt $48 www.urbn.com
~ BCBG Max Azria Blue Leather Medium Bag $174 www.bluefly.com
~ Studded Butterfly Heel $68 www.urbn.com
~ "Angelique" Necklace $170 www.lazulijewelry.com
Bubble Skirts -- If ever there were a trend destined to hit critical mass this year, the bubble skirt is it. The shape is surprisingly fresh and suitable for every occasion.
Outfit 17:  Casual
~ Karoo Ivory Knit To $92 www.bleuclothing.com
~ Crystalen Kae: Metier Handbag $135 www.starsandinfinitedarkness.com
~ Stitched T-Strap Heel $80 www.urbn.com
~ E Designs "Prissie Pearls" $265 www.anoseforclothes.com
Outfit 18: Going Out
~ Rachel Pally Strapless Bubble Dress $198 www.shopbop.com
~ Spring Cap Sleeve Jacket $22.80 www.forever21.com
~ Sonia Rykiel Large Studded Domino Handag $1175 www.intermixonline.com
~ Charles David "Basha" Sandas $158.95 www.zappos.com
~ Floral Cutout Swag Necklace $34 www.ardenb.com
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