As you know, Neiman Marcus chooses their top fashion trends for the coming seasons. This year they have chosen nine looks for spring.
- Pink
- One-shoulder dressing
- Snakeskin accessories
- Statement shoes
- Ruffles
- Carryalls
- Colorful cardigans
- Graphics
- Bold jewelry
Let’s look at each item on the list and see if this could add an updated punch to your wardrobe.
PINK has been featured several times over the last few years, but this year is emphasizing hot pinks. Jewelry, handbags, belts and shoes in hot pink are being shown in many fashion magazines. Clothing is shown in blush tones as well as the hot pink. You probably have some pink in your closet so you might be able to pop it by adding a belt, a snappy pair of shoes, or a blouse. If your coloring is toasted (warm) try coral as your “pink”. The warmer tone will give the same light, feminine effect as hot pink but will work much better with your warm coloring.
ONE-SHOULDER dresses and tops are a new style being shown in all the fashion publications. This is a look with some real pizzazz but is not that easy to wear. Consider what undergarment you are going to wear with it. You certainly don’t want straps showing but most ladies need some support. Before buying this new trend, try it on with the proper undergarment, look at the back as well as the front and then decide if this is a look for you.
SNAKESKIN ACCESSORIES add a lot of versatility to your accessory wardrobe. Because snakeskin has a range of colors, it can be worn with a wider range of clothing colors than a solid color. It can also go fairly dressy and fairly casual, offering many occasions where it can be worn. One thing to keep in mind is pattern. Since the snakeskin is a pattern itself, be careful when pairing it with a patterned garment that it harmonizes and doesn’t “fight” with the garment.
STATEMENT SHOES are still a big fashion item. Extremely high heels and platforms are widely featured as well as more variations of the high vamp. Many of the vamps extend several inches above the ankle. This is definitely a trendy look so I would be surprised if it sustains for many more seasons. Sprained ankles and damaged feet are often a very real byproduct. I always wonder how much fun is it to dance with someone who is a head shorter? All joking aside, the high vamps really shorten the leg so; unless you have very long legs, take time to assess the proportions when considering some of these styles. I know that many ladies love their Jimmy Choos and Louboutins but, these designers do have less trendy shoes in their lines, so might it be wiser to choose a great classic style that will carry you through another season without looking dated?
We will discuss the last five items in next week’s blog. Don’t forget to first shop in your closet for those forgotten items that will launch you right into the spring season!