Spring Trends for 2007

What to wear? Every year fashion mags tout the latest trends and show us exaggerated looks from the runways that we could never pull off in the real world.

So we’ve sifted through the magazines and compiled a short list to simplify your shopping experience. Here’s what they say are the top trends for Spring 2007:

Silver
Shoes, bags, jackets and pants – silver is in. The runways showcased everything from head to toe silver to using it as an accent like a clutch or a sparkly pair of platforms. We like this bag (above) from Kathy Van Zeeland.

Animal Prints
African and earthy patterns are going to be popular, but with a cleaner more urban look. To avoid looking like a (shudder), Cougar, we suggest wearing it sparingly, one piece at a time or as an accessory.

We adore these cute fuzzy hair bands.



Short Dresses and Skirts
Baby dolls, bubble skirts, chemises or sacks – mini dresses, shorty-shorts and mini skirts are back! Wear them with a cute pair of wedges or platforms and show off those perfectly toned thighs you worked so hard for in the gym.

We like this one by Karen Zambos

A-line skirts are the most universally flattering since they are better at disguising thighs and booty and accentuating the good stuff!

Sexy 80’s
While most of us still think “Sexy” and “80s” is an oxymoron, it actually is going to be sexier this year. Designers have updated it to look less 80s Madonna-ish and more sexy-vixen er, ish. That includes belts, tights, PVC or patent leather, corsets and bustier inspired tops and sweetheart necklines.

We dig corset from Victoria’s Secret.



Jewel Tones
Royal blue, rich purples, fuchsia and canary yellow are going to be hot. Wear what works best with your skin tone. If you are very pale, stay away from bright yellow. It looks much better on darker skin tones. Never buy a color just because it’s in style.

We love this vibrant Emanuel Ungaro Dress.










Embellishments
Choose pieces with a little something extra like ruffles, stones or sequins. This black ruffled baby doll camosole with chain straps is sophisticated and modern without being too trendy.

It is made with 100% organic cotton by environmentally conscious brand, Ecoganik.







The Little WHITE dress
Though the LBD (Little Black Dress) never goes out of style, white is refreshing and keeps you cool in the summer heat. Pair it with a large bag and flats.

This Eyelet one is cute and fresh.

The most important thing is to be comfortable and only follow trends that work with your body type and your budget. Buy classic pieces with a modern twist rather than blowing your hard earned cash on a bunch of cheap trendy pieces that will only last you a season.

For more spring '07 predictions, read our shoe trends article.