TRENDY THURSDAY: SPRING 2011 KEY LOOKS

I find the peak of each season refreshing as I watch the new trends and key looks come alive on the runways of fashion week. Many of us are more caught up in what is for dinner vs. who strutted what style down the catwalk! And since my hubby is not exactly enthusiastic about what Versace, Valentino or McQueen (Alexander that is, not Lightening) have created this Spring so I get to share the Spring 2011 Key Looks with you!

As we shed our heavy fabrics and dark jeweled colors of season’s past Spring prepares us for an exotic journey filled with bright colors, infused with touches of pastels and traditional warm & neutral inspirations. Adding zest to the season are aesthetically appealing floral prints, stripes, lace, macrame and crocheted fabrics. Fashion is reinventing 70’s glamour with sprinkles of Boho sophistication, striking an edgy side with biker chic looks; punk fashions are hot as are silhouettes of the late 50 and early 60’s. So what does this mean to a Mom with a closet filled with predominant T-shirts & Jeans?

Most of us will find a favorite pair of wide leg or boot cut jeans hanging around from season’s past pull them out and hang onto your skinny straight legs jeans because both styles work for spring! You can turn on the 70’s Glam with your wide leg/boot cut jeans paired with a T-shirt or a soft flowing draped blouse. Layer your style with a leather or military inspired jacket and your style will inspire. Now those skinny jeans paired with fabulous knee boots & a boyfriend jacket (collar up!) or your favorite leather jacket cinched at the waist with a skinny belt and you will be marked a dangerous Momma! Before you know it you will have been inspired to add BUY A HARLEY to your bucket list! See fashion is fun and adventurous!

For the ladies who prefer to dress with a feminine flair, this season will fit you perfectly. Soft flowing draped dresses, pencil & tail hemmed skirts and 50’s style dress silhouettes offer something for everyone. Again pair a skirt and T-Shirt than layer with leather, military inspired or boyfriend jacket and your style will go from dressy to casual. Have some fun and rock your Studio 54 by adding a great new piece to your wardrobe with a fabulous jumpsuit. Desiring a chic ladylike look, style a sheath dress with long layered necklaces and a clutch for a fabulous 60’s statement. For the ladies who prefer to wear the pants in the family, you will dress to impress with high waist wide/flare pants and a smartly belted in neat silk bow blouse with bishop cut sleeves.

Complete your look with a great pair of cat eye sunglasses, clogs, open toe shoes or kitty heels. Add a floppy hat , layers of metal neckalces, a long pair of dangling earrings and a bold metal cuff or neatly stacked bracelets to your wrist for that extra shimmer.

Now that you are a Fashionista on the Key Looks for Spring 2011, follow my next blog post as we chat about where to find these great pieces and how to dress for less!

Bridget Burns-Walsh is the Owner of Bridie’s Baubles ~ A Unique Jewelry & Accessories E-Boutique

*Photo Credits: pantone colors, Louis Vuitton A/W 10, Chloe a/w 10, Burberry, Balmain SS 11, Adam Lippes SS 11, Dries van Noten 10, ASOS SS 11, Marshalls department stores