Friday, April 15, 2011

Spring Style

I am so excited about the styles we are seeing for Spring and Summer.  The Vintage feel is big right now and it's flirtier and more feminine than ever.  Floral. Pleats.  Bows. Chiffon. Skirts. Dresses. Lace.  

One of the big trends you will start to see is knee-high/thigh-high socks and tights.  
I ordered three pairs on eBay a few months ago, a lot cheaper than American Apparel. I got an above-the-knee pair in gray, just-below-the-knees in cream with charming little holes in it (not sure what to call that but it's similar to the ones at the top left of the picture), and a black fishnet thigh-high pair with a thick band at the top. Something for everything and in all my favorite colors.
Wear these with a floral summer dress or a flirty skirt with a simple top and cardigan.  As for the shoes, this is where the fun begins.  If you prefer flats then try a saddle shoe or a combat/lace-up boot or cowboy boot.  For heels the options are endless.  Platform heels, wedges, Mary Jane’s, strappy, buckly, gladiatory, spiky, ribbony, closed-toe, and yes...even open-toed heels are acceptable with these socks.  I had an internal struggle with this because it seems to spit directly in the face of the "NO Socks with Sandals" rule, but I like it, I think it's cute, and I am proud to say I have rocked it. 

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