1. Anything floral: This season's florals come in loose and swingy shapes and run the gamut from dainty prints to large motifs.
2. A feminine suit: For this look, look for jackets and skirts that have a modern shape; no stuffy lapels, shoulder pads, or predictable pencil skirts. For this look, swingy and flirty is what you’re after.
3. Long and lean trousers: The new way to wear basic black trousers is high-waisted and extremely narrow.
4. Statement jewelry: Dress up all of your looks with a bold, chunky necklace. They are a great way to add some interest to a basic tee, and they compliment dressy looks too.
5. Short, flirty dress: This style of dress looks great when the fabric allows for a lot of movement; short, swingy styles look the most modern right now.
6. Gold bangles: The gold bangles are really bold and chunky; wear them piled on both wrists and make them the focal point of your entire outfit.
7. Sporty styles: Not a glamour girl? No problem! There are plenty of sporty pieces available this spring.
8. Eye-catching heels: The best heels of the season have great, unexpected textures like snakeskin and a tiny hint of a platform. Other hot trends: white, peep toe, and clear Lucite.
9. Embellished tops: Top off your casual gear with a great basic top that has a bit of embellishment. Beading makes even a basic tee something special.
10. A “not so basic” bag: Light colored bags heavy on the details are the it bags of the season. The hottest bags available now have a cool mix of unexpected materials like leather and PVC, or metal and fabrics.
From top left: Anna Sui top, available at anthropologie.com; Elevenses jacket and printed skirt, available from anthropologie.com; Black cropped trousers, available at gap.com; Atholl necklace, available at anthropologie.com; Mini dress, available at urbanoutfitters.com; Gold bangles, available at Chanel boutiques; Sporty bomber jacket, available at H&M stores; Peep toe pumps, available at H&M stores; Louis Vuitton bag, check out louisvuitton.com for shopping information.
