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Time<br />

Spring<br />

for<br />

Written by Ivy Prosper<br />

Spring is in the air and that means new things are<br />

blossoming and fashion is changing. No more heavy<br />

layers or bundling up for a blast of arctic cold. It's that<br />

time of year when we embrace the sunshine and change<br />

of season. With so many choices you don't have to feel<br />

confined to one specific style trend. Many of the<br />

fashions you'll see in stores are not too far off what we've<br />

seen over the last few years.<br />

When it comes to the fashion industry it's always<br />

about transformation but, sometimes the more things<br />

change the more they stay the same. Skinny jeans and<br />

trousers have now become a staple item in almost<br />

everyone's wardrobe. They're easily paired <strong>with</strong> blazers,<br />

layered t-shirts, cardigans and light knit sweaters. This<br />

fashion item is not going anywhere. But, <strong>with</strong> the skinny<br />

dominating over the last few years it's only natural that<br />

fashion is now embracing the exact opposite; bigger<br />

silhouettes.<br />

The wide leg and flared pant has come back into<br />

fashion. This is a warm welcome for those whose figures<br />

are not so flattered by the skinny trend. The wide leg jean<br />

is currently the most popular of the new trend in retail<br />

stores. When wearing a wider pant it's best to balance it<br />

out <strong>with</strong> a close fitting top so you don't look so<br />

overwhelmed; especially if you're petite. With a flared<br />

pant you can also wear a long tunic top. This trend is part<br />

of the seventies vibe that's making a comeback. It's a<br />

mixture of New York City glam and the hippie bohemian<br />

flavour. There are plenty of light, flowing blouses,<br />

feminine floral patterns, and a definite trend in fluid<br />

peasant sleeves.<br />

Over the last few years we have seen the military<br />

trend in fashion year after year. This spring is no<br />

different. Utilitarian looks like double breasted jackets<br />

<strong>with</strong> extra hardware detailing and zippers continue to be<br />

popular. Wrap khaki dresses, slim fitting cargo pants and<br />

army green, muted shades of sand are all the rage. Add a<br />

pair of very strappy, caged, or studded shoe and you've<br />

got a leg up this season.<br />

First Lady, Michelle Obama is often seen wearing<br />

the classic shift dress that has become a staple for ladylike<br />

fashion. This spring it's time for a switch. The maxidress<br />

is everywhere. It was a big hit in major cities like<br />

New York all last summer and now makes its way into the<br />

mainstream. Jump start your spring wardrobe by adding<br />

this item as a staple you can wear at work or for a night<br />

out. Top it <strong>with</strong> a cardigan or blazer at the office and add<br />

jewelry to up the ante for a night out.<br />

Denim and chambray are also on trend this season. Denim button down<br />

shirts, worn <strong>with</strong> trousers and skirts are great for casual days. Lightweight<br />

chambray dresses and tunics are also popular items for a relaxed daytime look.<br />

Everything is in living colour for spring. The colour of the moment is<br />

honeysuckle. It's a mix of pink and red creating a bold rich tone that is sure to<br />

make a statement. Colours including bright greens, corals, regatta blue, oranges<br />

and neon shades are lifting up moods. It's very exciting to see that colours in so<br />

many vivacious shades have brought some life into fashion. With several hues to<br />

choose from you can't go wrong. The choice is yours. That's the wonderful part<br />

of this new season. Anything goes.<br />

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