10 Spring Trends for 2014

There’s good news and bad news. The bad news is that winter is over meaning shorter nights and longer days. The good? IT’S SPRING!!! Meaning, less clothing and therefore less laundry too. Here’s a list of how to stay on top of trends this spring.

1. Full Skirts

The voluminous ladylike silhouette is here to stay. Pair the tea-length skirt with tights and boots during the winter.

2. White Blouses

The classic white button-down was reinterpreted on the runway. Look for a necktie detailing, embellishments or asymmetric cuts for a new spin.

3. Luxe Sweatshirts

Sweatshirts are no longer relegated to the gym. The slouchy silhouette gets a makeover for spring, with brighter hues and splashier patterns.

4. Suits

Look like a boss in a power suit—but with coordinated colour separates. Brave a bold pattern or colour. Too intimidating? Tread waters with a lighter shade.

5. Pastels

Speak to your sweet side with pretty pastels in mint green, lavender and blush pink. For winter, lend some edge with jewelled tones and leather.

6. Black & White

No shades of gray here—look crisp and cool in contrasting colours.

7. Athleticism

An athletic aesthetic clearly took over the runways, most notably, baseball caps, tennis-inspired dresses and varsity jackets. Wear them separate or all together.

8. Geometric Prints

Flashback to geometry class for next season’s print craze: grids, triangles, concentric circles and more.

9. Bold Lip Colour

Nothing says spring like a bold lip. If you’re on too sure how to go about it, try out a few lip colours and you’re sure to find your match.

10. Crop Tops

With the weather starting to warm up is okay to show a bit of skin. Though it may not be for all body types, it can be paired with anything from jeans to high wasted pants or pencil skirts.

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