Spring and Summer Trends and Fashions 2011
As always...Black and white fashion's defy time, and keep their well earned place as big colors for spring and summer of 2011.
Black and white fashion's were big on the runways this season, most fashion designer's showed black and white in some fashion or another . Let's face it - you can't go wrong with the traditional black and white outfit. The designer's know this little fact, and continue to cash in on it.
This season dresses, and skirts will remain must haves... But this season fashion designer's have also given us all kind of fun fashions, fashions that will offer wonderful vivid prints, stripes, and geometric prints... The main theme this spring is somewhat tailored, and classic, but with a touch of bold, and edgy.
Top Ten Fashion Trends For Spring 2011...
My ten best tips for spring...
Lets start out with Oh so trendy Preppy Inspired espadrilles... Think plaids, stripes, and nautical navy.
70's glam is back in the form of one piece jumpsuits ! With a smaller shoulder pad, to square off the shoulder line. Think of the days of Disco - "Studio 54, sequins, but add a bit shorte sleeve to this new souped uo version of the jumpsuit.
Do you Crochet? Well it's back... Crochet vests are big this spring, maybe you can look to the back of your closet . maybe you might have a bit of a crochet number lurking.
The color that jumps out at the head of the line for spring is orange! Less face it there is no other color that can make a loud fashion statement as orange. So need a new dress? Make it an orange.
Belt bags are one of the great big trends... However, I am not talking "fanny packs'...Stick to the new small square flat belt bags - so cute, and less weight to carry on that shoulder.
Feet need a rest This spring kitten heels are big... The kitten heel is a good choice this spring. They are feminine, and classic, as well as comfortable.
Creamy neutrals, all done up to give you a very feminine look. Flowing pajama - styles, tunics. All meant to be classical, and again comfortable.
Think whimsical pattrens. From bird prints to deers, fruit, feathers, you name it, tops with whimsical prints are big. You will see everything from blouses to dresses all sporting Whimsical prints.
Stripes - Stripes seem to hold a place in fashion year after year. You can't go wrong wearing stripes, from head to toe...
High-Waisted flare pants are so big this spring... The pant that Katharine Hepburn made so popular, is back... I suggest you pair this style of pants with a great heel, just to give the old look a bit of flare. The new flare pant as a rule have loops for a skinny belt, so you can flash up the look with a flashy thin belt.
Trends That You Need To Know About...
Designers this spring and summer are utilizing heavenly fabrics, light as a cloud so to say... - and putting out some wonderful heaven inspired designs. Soft and feminine dresses, and blouses, to make you feel like a bit of an angel.
Designers have not left all you little devils out. This spring and summer you will see a big come back in red! A bold color that is not just for you red hot gals.
Many fashions this season will be sewed up with the up most intricately, touting pleats, folds, and draping. Giving references to ancient Greece and Rome.
The oh so sexy one shoulder look is also big for this summer. Lots of designers have given the a two-sleeve look the cold shoulder ...
The Katharine Hepburn's influence as always still reigns. You will continue to see tailored blazers, cute fitted cardigans, and ties ...
As mentioned above floral's are so big this spring and summer...You will see the racks over loaded with wonderful floral's, from soft muted pastels, to South Pacific inspired with bright and bold floral's - just about in every shade you can imagine...
It seems more than a few designers are adding the sexy silk robes look to their line this spring. Not to mention drawstring shorts, and vertical stripes. The pajama party look with an elegant twist...
Spring fashions will burst out with vivid colors...
The Black And White Of It...
Color was everywhere on the runways for spring/summer 2009. But , many top designers mixed in black and white creation's, and also dull neutrals seem to hold on this season.
Photo - This great design is by Michael Kors. Note how he incorporated lace in the skirt, and mixed it all up with a sporty strip mix at the top.
Lace is big this season, it is being used as never before. It is popping up not only in evening wear and lingerie, but ready to wear- not to mention its covering shoes, and handbags, you name it...
Check out the fab handbag - bright white clutch with shiny chains. The biggest trend in handbags this spring/summer - short strapped oversized handbags or totally over sized clutch's... Another big trend in handbags that was evident on this springs runways, lots of shiny hardware.
Stripes
Check out photo above outfit of "Michael Kors" design - He used a very simple classical nautical striped top, and mixed it up with a long button cardigan, and flare a-line skirt ... The results - a chic casual look.
Lace Is Showing Up Everywhere...
Add a pair of lacey pumps to a tailored suit or wear them with a great pair of jeans... Anyway you look at it - you are going to add a bit of glam to an otherwise perhaps boring outfit.
Lace is a big trend for this spring and summer. Once only reserved for wedding dresses or formal wear, lace is showing up everywhere. Designers are adding lace to not only sporty shoes and handbags, but to everyday wear such as blouses, skirts, and dresses. Its trendy girls, but enjoy it while it lasts...
Pastel Leather Biker Jackets ... Are a big trend this spring
Leather Motorcycle Jackets - not just for biker babes this spring...
Biker Babes... This spring swap out that blazer for a oh so cute leather motorcycle jacket. This is a fast growing trend, keep in mind its not the typical black leather type. This year designers have put out some wonderful biker inspired jackets, pastels, bright classic colors, and yes some metallic jobs...
Skirt Lenghts This Spring and Summer - Mid knee...
Paisley... This Spring Enjoy This Wonderful Ethnic Print...
Paisley is surprisingly versatile - if you learn to balance the atention- getting graphics with a tailored piece to complete the look.
Pair your paisley with neutral hues or match to the darkest color in the print.
This spring and summer paisley will be big - so add a piece or two to your wardrobe.
Big This Season!
Another big trend this season -
High Waist Pants Have Become a Big Trend This Season...
What's New in Shorts This Season?
This summer look forward to being comfortable, and some what lady like... The high waist is back, not only in shorts, but skirts and pants, and even jeans.
In regard to length - You will see short shorts, to knee toppers, that just hit the top of the knee. The fit on a knee topper should be straight, not tight - straight. You will also see some great cuffed shorts, very tailored, and very cute.
The Most Popular Shorts For This Summer - Boyish Styled Long Shorts ....
A huge trend this summer will be the long to just above the knee boyish long shorts - paired with feminine tops. Add a great flip flops or heels, you are good to go...
Where are shoe styles headed this spring and summer?
Shoes this season are unique, and not all that practical. Can an ordinary woman pull off the wild new look in shoes? Well maybe... But perhaps the most wild designs should remain on the on catwalk? But shop around, there are some great shoe styles out there this spring - with perhaps just a bit of quirkiness. You at least need one pair of wild artistic shoes in your wardrobe...
Blooming tootsies...
Spring 2009 - you will see flowers popping up all over. Especially on our shoes. Floral applique's will embellishment loads of shoes this spring. Another big trend - prints, you will be able to find lots of patterns in subtle or as extreme as you desire.
Metallic all the way...
Zip it up or buckle it in... But get your feet ready to sparkle! Be ready to see hardware this spring , in the form of zippers, snaps and buckles. This hardware will be used in a abundance not only to adorn pumps, but everything from ballerina flats to fantastic sandals this spring/summer fashion season.
Cut-Out Booties
High-heeled booties are holding on strong for 2009 spring/summer fashion season. Most shoe Designers found a way to keep booties fresh and colorful for this spring. One way was to cut away parts of the bootie, leaving lots of skin showing through the cutout. Whether it's open-toes, cut-away sides, or cut-out heels, you can't go wrong with a pair or two of these in your closet.
Gladiator Sandals
Gladiator Sandals have battled their way back this year.... Yes - gladiator sandals will be bigger this spring/summer than they were in the summer of 2008. Believe it or not they will be bigger ! So what will be different the gladiator sandal will sport a heavily strapped heeled. You will find the gladiator takes on color this season . Bold colors will make them even more dynamic than ever before.
Fashions That Defy Time - For This Spring / Summer...
What's up with tops? The longer tunic, and blousons are all the rage! The look is all about layering a great blouson, and a tailored shirt. So Cute! Hey you must also add a great lace adorn top to this springs wardrobe.... Lace is being used in not only tops, but handbags, shoes - you name it!
The cardigan, so fun so flirty! Check out the new look in cardigans - the colors are what's new... Strawberry, deep lavender, bright blue, peach, yellow...the colors scream fun!
This Spring/Summers Little Black Dress - Screams nothing but class...
A little black dress (LBD) is a simple black cocktail or evening dress. The cut of the dress is kept very simple and length can vary, depending on the current designer trend. Originally the little black dress was made popular in the 1920s, by the well known fashion designer Coco Chanel. Little did "Chanel know at the time, but LBD was so wonderfully versatile, that it would become the number one style that defyed time... The little black dress continues to be a staple in most women's wardrobe some 70 yeard later.
It continues to hold its own on the top ten list of fashion's that defy time, and has become a steadfast "rule of fashion" every woman should own at least one or two seasonal elegant black dresses.
Classic Wrap... For A Classic Lady
Sheath - this springs LBD barrows from the Classic look of the 60's LBD
Again When purchasing this seasons LBD - Think classical lines...
The Big Trend In Casual Wear Is Layering ....
Oh - one more thing, the color blue is the biggest color trend in casual wear this season. Be it light blue right down to navy, buy blue, and mix your piece's up. Create a great layered look.
Let's face it most of us are feeling the resent economic recession.
Yes you can be fashionable on a budget. Weather you are looking for classic fashions that defy time or you love a good trend....If your on a tight budget, take time to check out my suggestions on a few great places to find wonderful spring fashion that won't break the bank...
This outfit is straight from Fashion Weeks Runway... I won't even go into the cost! But just below - check out how you can put this look together on a budget.