Spring 2010 Preview

Feeling a little Spring-Fever? You should! When November hits, so does a sneak peak of the upcoming spring trends. Retailers welcome a taste of what to expect in the coming new year by delivering a selection of spring styles with their November shipments. 

For Spring 2010, femininity isn't the big story in women's apparel like it has been over the past few seasons. Ladies, we are getting a hard, tough girl make-over. The Paris shows dubbed the Spring 2010 runway looks as "Practical Magic". 

Possible interpretation:  pragmatic, utilitarian looks with a "magically" original twist. You can easily break down the complexity of couture designs seen on the runway into sporty and versatile, ready-to-wear fashions. The simplicity behind these runway ensembles may surprise you.  Just because it's on the catwalk, doesn't mean it can't be easily interpreted for your wardrobe.

THE SCOOP ON SOME SPRING MUST-HAVES:

SPORTY.  Banana Republic takes the edge off their strict and serious focus and will introduce more laid-back, casual sportswear for spring. The trend is well-executed with light-wash blue jeans, cargo looks, bomber jackets, shirt dresses and a sea of basic colors with pops of greens and yellows.

BR's remix presents a modern-day safari vibe; a subtle nod to classic Banana Republic with trouser shorts and chino blazers (right).





Spring is bringing "SEXY BACKS".

Show off all your hard work at the gym with styles featuring back cut-outs, slits, and exposed zippers. Max Azria's "The Vertebrae" (left) incorporates the cut-out look with an exposed zipper along your spine, creating an extremely flattering presentation of your vamped up muscles!

GRAPHIC PRINTS are rectified each season to make fresh, intrepid statements. For Spring 2010 bold motifs litter the runway, most of them hand-painted and drastically graphic. From the Donna Karan New York (DKNY) runway (right) is an abstract floral motif presented in a palate of pleasing pop colors. This is a great interpretation of what's to be seen in the stores for Spring 2010.



Reflections of "BO-HO" CHIC will remain present through the spring season as well.  The unconventional and artistic style of the Bohemian trend has permeated fashion houses since the 1960's. Spring 2010 is no exception, however, those with modern-day Bohemian taste don't necessarily live the "bo-ho" lifestyle!


Spring 2010 fashions aren't limited to what's highlighted above. Keep an eye out for Slouchy T-Shirt Dresses, Flirty Caftans, Quilted Leather (ode to Chanel!), Lace Remix and Matchy-Match Hampton-Style Accessories. 

SUMMER SWIMSUIT SNAPSHOT:

Even more energizing trends will hit as Summer 2010 approaches!  Ladies, our swimsuits are going risque and tastefully provocative! Slashes, twists, tresse's and ties will keep all eyes on you. Pair your beach body fashions with woven accessories, square sunglasses and high-cut shorts.