Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Trend: Fruit Prints

One of the stranger trends seen on the SS2011 runways was apparel covered in bananas, oranges, lemons, and pineapples (Above: Stella McCartney; Suno; Prada). I don't really know what to say about this trend except that it is a tad odd, but the idea of a fruit-print doesn't completely offend me either. But if I had to choose between a floral-print and a fruit-print, I am going to go floral every time. However, if you are feeling fruity (sorry...I had to go there) and want to give this trend a try, below are some options to consider: ASOS oranges tank for $32.27 on www.asos.com; Alcy Drezz Cherry Illustrated People for $99 on www.topshop.com; ASOS banana crop top for $32.27 on www.asos.com; Living Dead Souls black cherry-print cap sleeved dress for $58 on www.uniquevintage.com; Kate Spade pineapple-print top for $245 on www.bloomingdales.com; Ellie cherry tart peep-toe pumps for $58 on www.uniquevintage.com; Cooperative fruit-printed cardigan for $49 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; ASOS apple-printed panel shift dress on sale for $53.79 on www.asos.com; Cream apple-print bikini for $55 on www.topshop.com.

Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Trend: Wide Leg Pants

In keeping with the overall 1970s theme this Spring and Summer, wide leg pants are going to be the on-trend bottom to wear this season! Wide-leg pants and flared bell-bottoms were all over the S/S2011 runways (Above: Elie Tahari; Christian Dior; Dries Van Noten; Celine). So if you are getting sick of the skinny-jean trend, you should be loving this trend. I am definitely going to invest in a nice pair of flared white jeans! If you want to give this trend a try, below are some options to consider: ASOS gold button detail wide leg pant for $53.79 on www.asos.com; ASOS palazzo pants for $71.72 on www.asos.com; True Religion "Carrie" skinny knee wide leg flare jean for $189 on www.piperlime.com; Catherine Malandrino wide leg pant with side pocket for $245 on www.bloomingdales.com; Free People "Millenium" wide leg stretch jean for $128 on www.nordstrom.com; Cotton twill wide leg stylist pant for $69.90 on www.express.com; Juicy Couture wide leg linen pants for $138 on www.shopbop.com; ASOS tailored tab side wide leg pant for $53.79 on www.asos.com; High waist flare pant for $98 on www.bebe.com.
 

Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Trend: White

White is going to be one of the trendiest colors to wear this Spring and Summer (Above: Akris, Stella McCartney, Chloe, Alexander McQueen). The great thing about this trend is that you likely already have something white in your Spring/Summer wardrobe from seasons past that you can break out this year once it warms up. Another great thing about this trend is that it is universally flattering. Sure, if you are pale, a bright white may wash you out, but there are so many different shades of cream and white ou there that you are sure to find something that suits your skin-tone. If you want to update your Spring/Summer wardrobe with a fun white item, check out these options below: Grosgrain-trim trench for $178 on www.whitehouseblackmarket.com; Aryn K. ruffle jacket for $94 on www.piperlime.com; Jaquard tank dress for $178 on www.whitehouseblackmarket.com; Urban Behavior "Party Boat" white flare jegging for $49 on www.lulus.com; Tinley Road white flower crochet necklace for $38 on www.piperlime.com; "Mod, Mod World" tunic for $54.99 on www.modcloth.com; Joe's Jeans "Jenny" cigarette jean for $158 on www.piperlime.com; Jack by BB Dakota "Charles" lace skirt for $59 on www.piperlime.com; Hive & Honey embroidered sundress for $59 on www.piperlime.com; Hive & Honey crochet trim dolman top for $49 on www.piperlime.com; Denim surplus shorts for $59.50 on www.gap.com; Daniel Rainn lace blouse with tie for $49 on www.piperlime.com; Curvy jeans for $59.50 on www.gap.com; Eyelet oxfords for $190 on www.anthropologie.com; "Eyelet my Heart in San Francisco" dress for $104.99 on www.modcloth.com; Ella Moss "Ellassential" drapey tank for $88 on www.piperlime.com; "Dear Unicorn" strapless white dress for $41 on www.lulus.com.

Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Trend: Colorblocking

Last summer it was all about muted beige tones for Spring and Summer, but this year the brighter the better! And the most on-trend way to wear your brights is together (Above: Prabal Gurung; Missoni; Marni; Jill Sander). For the most part when mixing brights you want to try to keep them in the same color family, but sometimes even mixing colors that are not in the same color family works too (i.e., Prabal Gurung above). It looks like this is going to be one of the more popular trends this Spring and Summer, so if you want to try it out, below are some options to consider: Aqua tube color block dress for $68 on www.bloomingdales.com; DKNYC colorblock tee for $89 on www.nordstrom.com; BDG Bateau sweater for $49 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Sparkle & Fade colorblock babydoll dress for $59 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Sparkle & Fade colorblock top for $54 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Oasis colorblock dress for $107.58 on www.asos.com; Sparkle & Fade colorblock strapless dress for $59 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Red Haute colorblock dolman sleeve top for $68 on www.nordstrom.com; BDG Breton dress for $49 on www.urbanoufitters.com; Kensie soft crepe two-toned top for $68 on www.piperlime.com; Irina Shabayeya for INC coloblocked bandage mini skirt for $89 on www.macys.com; Colorblock dress for $17.80 on www.forever21.com.

Color blocking was also not just seen on clothes on the runway, but has also made its way into accessories for this Spring and Summer (Below: Diego Dolcini; Louis Vuitton; Pierre Hardy; Balenciaga)!

Handbags and shoes in bright contrasting colors are going to be a must-have for this Spring and Summer. Below are some color-blocked accessories that you may want to pick up: Nine West "Stylin" sandal for $89 on www.ninewest.com; Marc by Marc Jacobs colorblock bolt ring for $38 on www.piperlime.com; ASOS "Lulu" monochrome bow ballet pumps on sale for $35.86 on www.asos.com; Rebecca Minkoff colorblock clutch for $330 on www.shopbop.com; ASOS colorblock suede-look double wrap belt for $21.52 on www.asos.com; Tribal colorblock bracelet for $4.80 on www.forever21.com; London Fog "Saville" hobo on sale for $82.50 on www.endless.com; Nine West "Braxton" wedge for $99 on www.ninewest.com.