Spring 2016 Trend Alert: Skirts

Spring 2016 is all about the skirts- updated textures, silhouettes and styles that will bring some much needed life to a worn out spring wardrobe. In the past it seems we haven't changed too much about our spring looks. It's been about the A-line skirts with different scale patterns and all the sheath dresses you can handle! It's boring and easy and there's nothing fashionable about boring & easy...

Enter, the updated styles of 2016 that will make you feel as though you have entered an all new and oh so fashionable realm of springtime style.

My new favorite silhouette is this take on the drop waist skirt that will both elongate the torso and give any outfit an air of futuristic sophistication.

Dior Couture Spring 2015

Giambattista Valli Couture Spring 2015

Dior Couture Spring 2015

Giambattista Valli Couture Spring 2015

With a little tailoring- these are sure to be a hit for Spring 2016 to show off your signature style. Whether it be a subtle nod to the trend or diving in with a color blocked masterpiece that shows you're fearless in the face of fashion-these looks are sure to turn some heads. I can't wait to work on my own take on these stunning designs!

Next up, all the gorgeous textures for the season! I'm never one to shy away from a good tulle skirt and I know these sweet styles will have you slipping on your ballet shoes soon too.

Giambattista Valli Couture Spring 2015

Giambattista Valli Couture Spring 2015

Giambattista Valli Couture Spring 2015

These skirts add a little whimsy to any outfit and are simple enough to work with all the basics in the closet. I adore the bow embellishment on the second look for an added girly touch and the texture on the black top adds another level to this stunner so don't be afraid to play! Mixing prints and textures together can be a harrowing task on your own so be sure to find some outfit inspiration and go for it- these skirts are the perfect starters to any playful outfit.

To round off my top 3 spring 2016 skirts, I have some gorgeous patterns! I know, I said just changing patterns is boring... and it is... unless you change up the silhouette as well!

Dior Couture Spring 2015

Dior Couture Spring 2015

Dior Couture Spring 2015

Dior Couture Spring 2015

With a little flare for the dramatic it's easy to take some great patterns to the next level. The watercolor-esque designs in the first two looks are perfect for spring with the flowers and the smeared paint look about them. They have that easy stylish vibe that is so hard to find in just one piece these days. Adding a truly gorgeous print to an exaggerated silhouette is the best way to vamp up your wardrobe after those drab winter days.

The length of these skirts is another great highlight- Midi is the new Mini! I love the modest length of the skirts for those cool spring days when you want to show off your girly side but also don't want to freeze! These lady-like looks are perfect additions to any wardrobe and are sire to make you look and feel effortlessly cool and stylish next Spring. 

Spring 2015 Trend Spotlight: Florals

“Florals, for spring; groundbreaking.”

Now that the weather is finally starting to warm up and dry out in Seattle, I can’t wait to start wearing all of the gorgeous spring 2015 trends! My favorite by far this year is floral prints- I know, florals for spring isn't exactly new but what is new is the scale and diversified ways to wear these prints.

My top picks for scale are extra-small, large & extra-large and I love wearing these in every way! There are so many large scale graphic floral prints out there that you can really wear them in any outfit whether it be on your skirt, dress, jacket, blouse, scarf, shoes, bag etc. there’s no wrong way this season.

I’m a sucker for a good large scale floral print on any dress or skirt so whenever I see them shopping I immediately gravitate towards those picks- especially when the floral print is on top of a black or dark color garment.

Leola Couture 

Eliza J

One Clothing

Betsey Johnson

Large scale floral prints are really great in just about every cut because they can be placed in perfect ways to show off that fabulous figure or mask some not so fabulous areas-

City Chic

Adrianna Papell

Vince Camuto

Felicity & Coco 

So don’t be afraid to start with a floral statement piece and work around that as the base of your outfit.

My Style Pill 

Express

These styles can really be worn everywhere- to work, class, drinks, dinner, and even to yoga 

Splits59 

The large scale print is the easiest to work into your wardrobe without breaking the bank- add in a printed tank or jacket for a quick update and grabbing a dress or skirt is never a bad idea to look like you just stepped out of the pages of Vogue.

Pair floral printed pants with solid or stripe tops to keep it chic & simple.

INC

Amuse Society

New York & Company

Pair these printed tops with basic jeans, black skinnies or shorts. If you're feeling extra chic- opt for leather skinnies, pumps & a simple clutch.

Extra-large floral prints may not be for everyone but for the Carrie Bradshaw in all of us- here are a few great looks to show off these larger than life prints & accessories

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Ted Baker 

ASOS

Ali Express 

Lulu's

If you’re a little shy of wearing dramatic pieces in a large portion of your outfit, it’s never a bad idea to start small- a light scarf or bag can really be the showpiece of your outfit without feeling like your look is shouting at passersby.

Kate Spade

Brooks Brothers

Halogen

Dooney & Bourke

Ted Baker

Admittedly I was a little wary of buying into the tiny scale florals that conjure memories of the Spice Girls, platform shoes and tiny backpacks circa 1990 but seeing these looks has me drooling and I can’t wait to work these into my wardrobe-

Express

ASOS

H&M

Forever 21

These are also better if you’re not looking for anything too wild to add to spring looks. Adding a dash of extra-small floral prints can really tie together a feminine every day look.

Maybe I had you at “florals” and you’re ready to take the plunge into the floral on floral layered look, this is a big step fashion guru so tread carefully and take note of these flawless floral on floral looks-

INC

Chi Chi London

These are all great examples of how playing with scale and placement really make these work without seeming overdone or tacky. Now you may go forth and take on spring 2015 like the fashion icon I know you are!

If those last looks had you really questioning if this trend is for you at all, don’t fret, I have some more toned down looks to help you to make this work for you without feeling out of place-

Now you are well equipped to go out and make this trend all your own- no need to conform to what the other girls are wearing- try out different placements and scales to find what makes you feel comfortable & confident in your look.

There you have it, florals for spring and how to wear them every way, every day.