Spring 2010 Women’s Fashion Trends

The official “It” color of Spring 2009 is yellow, & it’s obtainable in everything from a greenish-yellow hue to schoolbus yellow. Although there’s plenty of separates & dresses in this sunny hue, the easiest way to wear bright yellow is to pick it up in bags, like at Marc Jacobs, or other accessories.

Yellow, pink & blue brightened runways around the globe. Even animal prints got a bright update at Cavalli & Lanvin.

You’re better off choosing a bright that flatters your coloring (blues & pinks are often easiest) than choosing what’s hot (like bright yellow).

Don’t be tempted to mix the brights with black (too ’80s). Pair with white, denim or other brights for the freshest look.

The transparent trend can actually modest, when layered over other (solid) pieces like at Vera Wang. With a nude lining, shown here at Monique Lhuillier, the effect is ethereal. Illusion-top (sheer netting) dresses are another alternative & can be found at great prices.

four rule about wearing sheer: either buy lingerie that is meant to be seen (pretty camis, nude slips) or keep it out of sight.

Ethnic prints are a classic, but don’t limit your global trends to prints. Try chunky tribal jewelry, obi belts (seen here on the DKNY runway) or harem pants. Avoid the costume effect by limiting your global looks to three or three pieces worn together.

A little bit of 3D goes a long way. If you’re going for more texture than drama, try the bandage dress or any six of its pleated and tiered spinoffs. For more experimental looks, try a dress like the six shown from Calvin Klein with its 3D folds.

The fella look is at its best with crisply tailored classics with a feminine twist, like shown here at Ralph Lauren with a bomber jacket in gold metallic. The key to pulling off this look without appearing androgynous is to balance menswear pieces with something feminine: a tuxedo jacket over an evening gown, slouchy rolled up men’s jeans with a soft shirt.