The weather forecast for today, March 12, 2012, calls for a mix of sunny and cloudy skies with a high of 74 degrees. It has seemed like winter barely existed this year, at least here in South Carolina. It's no wonder that Spring fever has hit especially early this year. I have already begun to slowly retire and pack away my heavy knits and bulky coats and restock my closet and drawer space with floral prints, colorful bottoms, light and airy fabrics, and so on. I admit that I do not find much enjoyment in the hassle of packing, folding, and boxing away clothing. However, I find overwhelming enjoyment burying myself in the top fashion magazines [InStyle, Vogue, Elle, and Marie Claire] to admire the hot new trends of the season. Giving my wardrobe a fresh update with some trendy and versatile purchases is always something I look forward to.
Spring 2012 brings brightly-colored dresses and bottoms, nature prints, big floral and graphic prints, mixed textures--an endless variety of colors, prints, and patterns. I've had a hay day creating all sorts of trendy Spring sets on Polyvore. I love creating trendy sets while adding my own personal touches along the way. Check out four of my sets below that display some of my favorite elements of Spring 2012:
I am so enthusiastic about the hot colors of the spring! Tangerine is the shade I'm especially loving not only for clothing separates, but also for lip and nail polish shades.
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Solid separates in bold colors look great when paired together to master the art of color blocking. Midi length and maxi skirts are everywhere and are a refreshing sight to see after years of emphasis on the mini skirt and uncomfortably short dress hems.
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You can never go wrong with floral prints in the spring. Just as the eyes smile when watching the barren lawns of winter become flourishing gardens with colorful blooms, floral prints and accessories produce the same reaction. Daffodils have always been my favorite flower because of their cheery yellow disposition and also because my birthday falls during the short time of the year that they're in bloom.
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Why is it that nautical-inspired outfits never get old?? Perhaps the reason this theme has become a timeless classic is because of the popular primary colors (blue, yellow, red) and neutrals (black, white, navy, gold, beige), colors that are made appealing to us starting at infancy when we learn about shapes and play with building blocks. Especially on the East coast and our frequent exposure to these objects that inspire the nautical details in fashion, we seem to have an innate taste for an anchor pendant necklace, rope-handled tote bag, Sperry boat shoes, bold stripes, sailor collars, and the classic nautical prints and patterns. Playing around with the classic pieces and adding your own twist to your sailorly getup is also what keeps this theme coming back. I'm in love with bold stripes, whether black and white, red and white, navy and white, etc., you can never go wrong pairing stripes with a bold, neutral, or metallic piece. Add some accessories, mix and match, and you're guaranteed to hop on the boat looking sharp.
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There is quite a variety out in stores this spring and I presented a few of my favorite things. Whatever you're wearing and whatever your style is, make it your own and express it with confidence!
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