"Take some things you’ve never tried on before into a dressing room. Try something outside your fashion comfort zone."
— Brenda Kinsel
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| Spring is here and it's time to renew your wardrobe. Whether your style is subtle earth tones or bright, cheerful colors, you can achieve an updated look without paying a high price. |
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“Consider what you want to bring out about yourself this season,” suggests author Brenda Kinsel. Doing so will focus your fashion choices this season. “Try something new. Take some things into a dressing room that you’ve never tried on before. Try something outside your fashion comfort zone.” Check out our spring fashion forecast and get the looks for less.
Swim in style.
Colored-block swimwear is in this spring. Look for suits with large areas of color, but avoid horizontal lines. Vertical and diagonal lines or shapes look much more slimming. If a new swimsuit isn’t in your budget, look for matching cover-ups, sandals and jewelry in bright, solid colors.
Go with the flow.
Flowing tops and ruffles are in again this season. “This trend feels so feminine and is great for women with smaller bustlines as it gives a fuller look, adding volume to the body,” says Kinsel. “Always remember balance,” she adds. “A classic trouser will make the flowing top stand out.”
Get your spring bling.
Oversized earrings and chunky jewelry are popular this year. Glam it up with large, dangly earrings. The more sparkle, the better. For a vintage daytime look, try large studs or post earrings.
Wear the hottest hues.
It's fun, it's bright — it’s orange and green this spring! Try purchasing a vivid orange accessory or a fresh green top. Whites, yellows, pinks and lilacs also are making a comeback. To balance out your look, try a neutral. “I’m always thrilled when ‘cement’ comes into fashion,” says Kinsel. “It’s such a great neutral to play against the bright colors of every spring season. Shades of sand and taupe do the same thing.” Welcome the new season without the high price by introducing a few new colors to your wardrobe.
Carry a trendy tote.
Large hobo bags and totes remain the trend. But for evening or for on the go, clutches are still a great accessory. Cute little embellishments are an easy way to jazz up any bag. Have fun and go for solid, bright colors.
Put spring in your step.
With warmer weather around the corner, give yourself a relaxing pedicure, and then step into strappy sandals or wedges. Everything from thick heels to pretty embellishments to flats is back in style. Platform heels and thick-strapped gladiator styles are standout favorites for spring.
Show off your shape.
Belts and defined waistlines are in for spring. Look for items with bands of color or fitted seams around the waist. Update your current wardrobe by adding an inexpensive belt to your favorite outfit. Want a more flattering shape? Try dresses and tops with empire waists. Higher waistlines elongate legs and camouflage bigger bottoms. Be sure to choose the right material and length for your pieces to look age-appropriate. Emphasize the smallest part of your waist to get a slim, defined shape for spring.
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