DAYTIME CLUTCHES

Clutches are no longer just for a night on the town.  Larger boxy clutches are very in style for daytime.  A variety of colors and fabrics are available.  These clutches can easily slide into your larger work bag and be taken out for lunch, meetings, etc.

Try a bold hue to capture the eye.  Great to add a pop of color to a neutral or business look.

H & M, $17.95 (orange, bright blue)

Vince Camuto Louise 2 Clutch, $148

Sam Edelman "Bianca" Clutch, Bloomingdale's, Lord and Taylor, $168

 

Asos Envelope Clutch, $28.65

mar Y sol Gigi Flower Clutch, $70 (sunflower, coral, or navy)

SR Squared by Sonja Roberts ColorBlock Clutch, $72

Tory Burch Robinson Envelope Clutch (Black, Turquoise, Orange, Sand)

 

CHIC IN YELLOW

Yellow is very hot for Spring 2012.  It has been seen in the winter collections in jackets and jewelry.  It is here to stay for spring and summer.  Look for yellow in dresses, tops, and skirts, but also in unexpected ways in jewelry, purses and bags, heels, and sandals.

Splash some yellow into your look to look trendy.  It is a great color that can be worn by all.  There are different shades of yellow, canary yellow, pale yellow, neon yellow, etc. so try them all or find your favorite shade.

Elle MacPherson in Mustard Yellow Jumpsuit   Garcelle Beauvais in Equipment top and Alice + Olivia pants

  

SKIRTS

A yellow skirt is a fun option.  Wear with a neutral shirt at work, or a bright top or printed blouse for night or the weekends.  Yellow skirts come in tulip shape, bubble, pencil, and mini-skirt.  Find one or multiple styles that work well for your body.

Trina Turk Tildy Skirt, $148

 

Pair this DVF skirt with a crisp white shirt.  Add white and black bangles and black strappy sandals to complete the look.

Diane von Furstenberg Elley Miniskirt, $265

The style of this skirt is an eye catcher.  Interior lining is electric blue.  Wide waist band allows for a wide belt.  Central pleat detail adds a flounce.  This is from Palermo, Italy.

Fausto Puglisi, $456 (50% off)

 

H & M polyester mini skirt, $49.95 hm.com

TOPS

Pair a yellow blouse or sweater with a bold colored bottom.  Try a bright colored pant or jeans.  Wear with white jeans as it warms up.  Stay away from pairing with khaki as this look is dated.

DV Dolce Vita Sacha Blouse, $88 (Piperlime, South Moon Under)

 

Kenneth Cole New York Canary Yellow Tunic, $99.50

Try this Free People top with a bright aqua tank top underneath and white jeans.  Or turquoise jeans.

Free People Lemoncello Tuxedo Pleated Shirt, $78

DRESSES

Add  bright blue, emerald green, or turquoise jewelry to make an all one color yellow dress pop.  Statement necklaces and long necklaces in bold hues are a great staple for this and to have in your closet for spring/summer 2012.

Calvin Klein One Shoulder Dress, $98

Asos Midi Dress with Draoy Back and slit sleeves, $34.02

This style is very flattering for ladies who are chesty or who are trying to hide their stomach area.

Asos Wrap Skirt Dress with Laser Cut Detailing, $72.50

Asos Tank Dress with Draped Back, $42.97

JEWELRY

Kendra Scott, $129.97

PEPLUM

Peplum is a "short overskirt usually attached to a fitted top, skirt, or dress".  This flap of fabric creates interest and a gathering point for your eye.  Peplum can either be the "center stage" of your outfit or an enhancement in which you can add accessories to jazz it up.  That depends on if the outfit is one color, two pieces, or how big and detailed the peplum is.

Peplum Dresses- great for day or evening.  Dress them up with heels and jewelry for night and a fabulous clutch.

Asos Petite Peplum Dress in Turquoise, Black, or Coral $64.46

Asos Club L Stuctured One Shoulder Dress, $50.13

Le Petite Robe di Chiara Boni, Italian Designer, $498

 

Alice + Olivia Peplum Dress, $264

Peplum Tops- pair with a plain colored pencil skirt in a neutral such as navy or black if wearing a bold color.

Forever 21 Peplum Top, $19.80

Parker Strapless Bustier Top, $187 (Watermelon or Taupe)

New Look Tall Pointe Frilled Peplum Top

Peplum Skirts

Alice + Olivia Peplum Skirt, $198

Tibi Jacquard Skirt, $345

Giambattista Valli Pink Peplum Skirt, Net-a-porter.com

SPRING BAG TRENDS...CARRY SOMETHING CHIC

Bag trends and styles change all the time.  The key is to change your bag so it goes from your every day bag that people don't notice, to a style grabber or eye catcher.

Trends for Spring 2012 are:

Nouveau Navy- navy is the new alternative to black.  Looks great with the citrus colors, always chic with white, or with neutrals such as beige.

                                                 Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac Bag, $195

 

Tory Burch Robinson Mini Bag, $325

Sunshine Citrus- yellow is a fun color that captures attention.  Looks very on trend with black, navy, white, greens, and blues.  This color is on trend for Spring 2012 and gets you noticed.

3.1 Phillip Lim, $875

Diane von Furstenberg, $345

BE & D Nixie Clutch, $198

Great White- This season's signature light color pairs equally well with neutrals or brights.  Try a white bag with studs or sipper details.  White looks very stylish when paired with an all white outfit or with straight black or navy.

Cheap Monday Zip Clutch, $45

 

Foley & Corinna, $495

B. Makowsky Tess Shoulder Bag, $89.99

Colorblock Carryall- Easy to wear two tone trend.  Great in white and black, or with colors.

Diane von Furstenberg, $895 (Python Embossed)

BE & D Nixie Canvas Tote, $398

 

Classic Structure- Two tone structure with style to spare.  A more structured versus a slouchy look.  Great style for work.

Tor y Burch 797 Satchel, $575

The key to shopping these trends is find the trend that you love and search for that trend.  You will find all price point and designers for each trend.  Happy Shopping!

CHIC WHITE DRESSES

Every woman needs a few staples in her closet.  A white dress should be one of them.  It is a "go-to" or must have just like the black dress.  

White dresses can be worn in three ways depending on the look you are going for.  All white including white shoes and accessories.  This look is very minimalist.  White with metallic, can be in shoes, pocket book or jewelry.  Or white with bold color accents.  Add a citrus color or a jewel tone.  Jewel tones with white can be worn in winter and are appropriate. White dress with navy shoes or bag is great for work.

This Diane von Furstenburg Honoka Dress, $385, knit weight is a great dress outside of summer. The way pattern makes a statement.

This Black Halo dress is perfect for work or an evening out to dinner/theater, etc.  The thin belt accentuates your waist and the sleeves and neckline create interest.  Perfect with black or navy. $345

This Catherine Malandrino crocheted dress is lined at the body while the sheer sleeves create interest.  Great pattern and hemline let the dress do the talking. $325

This BCBG Leena Dress, $278, small knit pattern and simple design is a great blank canvas for jewelry, and shoes.

 

A Splendid Tie Waist Jersey Dress is a great simple sheath.  Change the belt to a bold bright pink, yellow or blue. $104

Thread Strapless Double Ruffle Dress, $395, looks very chic with skin colored heels.  Large gold hoops would be a perfect accent.  Keep the accessories minimal.

Asos Black Dress, $161.15, woven fabric with tabs and plaques creates interest.

If you want to purchase white dresses, look to your favorite stores and designers.  Almost every designer makes white dresses.  All shapes and styles to suit your style personality.