SPRINGING INTO FASHION

Today officially marks the beginning of spring break for Alik and I. Along with the beginning of spring is also the beginning of many new spring fashion trends. Some of my favorites would have to be the military influenced look, plaid styles, ripped jeans (yes they are back and bigger than ever), jumpsuits, floral & tribal prints, big bows, and many other trends but I had to narrow it down or I could have went on for days. So let's take a look at MY top six fave trends.

1. Military: This army inspired look is going to be hot this spring and this summer. When I saw Rihanna's video "Hard"  I knew this was going to be a trending fashion topic. This trend could go both ways for males and females, and you could also do alot of different looks with this, like making it more girly with different accessories and jewelery or handbags. You could even wear a dress or heels with this. I love a mix of masculinity and feminity.

Beyonce and Rihanna Both wearing Balmain Military jackets.

           2. Plaid: At first I wasn't too sure about this look but it grew on me. Plaid is so versatile thats why I believe I like it so much. You could pull anything off with plaid now. Button down shirts, skirts, jackets, pants, dresses anything. It could also be dressed down or styled up.

  

Marc by Marc Jacobs (left) and Just Cavalli (right)    

    3. Ripped Jeans: This probably would be my favorite style out of all of them. There's nothing like a good pair of ripped jeans for any occasion if you ask me ( not ANY). For the most part this is a casual look but you could put on some heels with the right pair of ripped denim jeans and pull it off for a night on the town or just for simply going out.

Christopher Kane(left) and Maison Martin Margielas (right)

     4. Jumpsuits: This trend makes me feel like a little kid all over again...I love this style especially the short jumpsuits. It's so simple but stylish at the same time. You could belt it, wear flats or heels, accessorize it and your on the go. It doesn't take much to make this style work and I'm sure a lot of people will be rocking it this season!                                             

Rachel Comey

       5.  Floral & Tribal Prints: Big flowers and bright prints make any outfit more fun and springy, just as earthy colors and geometric prints. I am seeing both of these styles everywhere I go. Solids are so out of here, its time to print your wardrobe up! With things like tribal and floral scarfs, handbags, clothing, jewelery, and even shoes.

Marc by Marc Jacob (top left) Naeem Khan (bottom right)

     6. Big Bows: Last but not least the big bow trend. LOVE IT!....Save the little bows for the children but the big bows saw fashion all the way. This goes for head bows and bows on your clothing. The key to this style is big big BIG...Oversize is necessary the bigger the better..Go big or go home!  Luella Bartley Fashion Show

Lady GaGa wearing a bow made of hair and a big bow on her outfit. (top right) Lady GaGa sporting a classic oversized bow. (bottom left)