10 fashion tips for spring
Here are 10 tips to freshen up your look for spring. The good news: You'll probably find most of the items in your closet.
Recurring pattern
Fashion will always be fascinated with the groovy 70s, it seems. This spring, flower power elements remain a source of inspiration. The colorful retro patterns, bold hairstyles and jewelry have been in trend for a few years already. If you see people wearing round John Lennon glasses, don't think it's a joke: They might be designer frames.
Cat eye glasses
Beyond round frames, another popular shape for eyewear this year is the cat eye glasses from the 50s. Ideally, they should be really big, with African animal prints. The contrast between the frames and the glasses is getting bigger and bigger. Sunglasses are more than an essential side-kick: They must be eye-catching.
The nude look
Heavy eyeshadow and light lips: The nude look is another classic that is still in. All designer brand cosmetics offer a wide range of nude tones, whether rosé, beige or light brown. Once you've found your color, one last decision still has to be made: glossy or matte?
Bold neckwear
They hopefully won't become a yoke around your neck, but this spring, necklaces are definitely large, bold and extravagant. You don't have to reveal whether yours is an expensive designer piece or on sale at the accessory shop at the mall. Either way, statement necklaces are simply a must.
Denim forever
Yes, they're back. Or were they ever out? Jean jackets are always a safe investment because they come back in trend every so often. Here's our money saving trick: Don't get rid of yours when you're tired of seeing it. We're guessing, though, that Giselle Bündchen's outfit isn't recycled.
Inspiration: Blossoms
Spring comes in pastel colors. Soft flowing fabrics in creamy white, delicate rose, soft beige, light gray, or muted blues and greens. All these colors may even be combined with bright shades, and of course with all kinds of patterns. Color trends haven't been this feminine in a while.
Culottes make a comeback
They hang like a skirt, but they're actually pants. Are you sitting down? Yes, "culottes" are in. After years of squeezing into your skinny jeans, these trousers will finally allow you to breathe a little. Culottes can either be ankle-length, in the classical style inspired by Marlene Dietrich, or cut at the knees and in denim for a more fresh and youthful look.
All white
Sneakers remain an expensive understatement in fashion this year. After the incredible success of the super colorful sneakers with bold patterns these last two years, new collections are dominated by white.
Ballerina flats
Even though many men claim they prefer sexy high heels to ballerinas, the flat shoes stubbornly remain on the must-have list this year. They are just too useful. You can fit them in any purse, which is priceless when those high heels start torturing you. This year's ballerinas have a pointed shape and bold patterns.
Claim your clutch
Handbags come in all shapes, colors and sizes. The giant pouch is still very popular, as it offers space for the previously mentioned extra pair of shoes. You'll need a fringe bag to go with your 70s look. And the ultimate hit this spring is the clutch bag. The little bag is a definite fashion statement, but you'll have to find another solution to actually carry stuff.