Although there’s still snow on the ground, designers from around the world have posted their take on what’s new and what’s new for spring 2006. Looking for your perfect spring wardrobe?
Last year’s spring/summer look was all about ethnicity and beautiful batik-inspired prints with chunky natural wood and bone accessories. The flat ballet shoe was all the rage, soothing stiletto-weary feet. Even the long hair and mod dresses were new and fabulous again. What is this year about?
Popular colors for the season are gold and any shade of green, but definitely at the forefront are bold and wild prints that range from geometric to art deco. Think psychedelic ’60s when it comes to prints this season (just be sure to pair your prints with understated accessories and shoes). Two other returning boys are the cropped jacket and shorts. The cropped jacket has a great shape and is a staple in any wardrobe, so make sure you buy one in a classic shade of black or tan. Shorts, on the other hand, are more difficult to remove and can sometimes make a pear shape look heavier.
For accessories, oversized necklaces are still in style and are layered. A chunky gold chain with the boldest pattern can be worn, as long as the hair, makeup, and other jewelry are understated. Pair any spring look with a colorful and embellished leather bag and you’ll be ready to lounge in any trendy see-and-be-seen spot.
The hottest shoe for this spring season is a bold peep-toe platform high heel with ankle straps. If you are not one to wear gold in your clothes, then go for a pair of gold platforms with embellished ankle straps.