Spring 2012’s Most Wearable Fashion Trends

The Temperatures are rising, Spring is just around corner Thanks to Glamour Magazine I can share some of the fun trends to try this spring, thankfully, they were oh-so-wearable. From statement-making prints to cool new color combos, discover tons of new outfit ideas for the warm-weather season ahead. Trust me, you will find something you just can’t wait to put on.

Spring 2012 Trend: Cheerful Color-Blocking Spring runways were more colorful than the crowd at a Lady Gaga concert. Bold, solid-color pieces—like a cardi and skirt, wrap dress or demure one-piece suit—make simple dressing look glam. 

Jason Wu, Edun, Tommy Hilfiger, spring 2012

 

Spring 2012 Trend: Anoraks

Spring 2012’s cool-girl anoraks—as seen at Tommy Hilfiger, Edun and Jason Wu—are a win-win as far as we’re concerned: They fit in with spring’s sporty vibe and promise to make your rainy days look chic. What’s not to love?

Cynthia Rowley, Derek Lam, Altuzarra, spring 2012

Spring 2012 Trend: Super Bold Prints

There are prints, and then there are PRINTS. All caps are necessary to describe the vibrant, swirling, styled-head-to-toe patterns that sashayed down the spring 2012 runways. While there’s plenty to choose from—oversize florals, mirrorlike geometric shapes, even parrot prints—

Nanette Lepore, DKNY, Jenni Kayne, spring 2012

 

Spring 2012 Trend: Pink Shorts Suits

Sure, this trend might not have been automatically filed under “wearable,” but we give this leggy-yet-office-appropriate look major props for its versatility: Wear the blazer and shorts separately for a whole new set of cute outfits! Smart dressing, indeed.

Carolina Herrera, Narciso Rodriguez, spring 2012

Spring 2012 Trend: Pastel Shades

If wild, look-at-me hues aren’t your thing, worry not: New York Fashion Week’s most esteemed designers have got your back.(And your front. And your legs. You get the picture). Spring’s sweet sorbet shades and pastel hues give off a low-key, ladylike vibe.

Rodarte, Thakoon, Cushnie et Ochs, spring 2012

 

Spring 2012 Trend: Peplum skirts, shirts and dresses

Flirt without saying a word in this season’s peplum skirts, dresses and tops, defined by a short flared ruffle that sits at the natural waist (that’s the tiny part!). High heels and your steadiest eyeliner flick will seal the deal on your spring glam plan.

Source [ Glamour Magazine]