We are deep into fashion “week” for fall 2012 (today is the last day in New York, and the London shows start tomorrow!), but I am more concerned about what to wear this spring, and what to shop for right now…perhaps what you might see featured in your favorite fashion magazines next month.
These are my favorites from the New York shows for this spring. Check out my picks from London, Paris, and Milan, too (all runway images from Style.com).
wedge sandals from Derek Lam
I love snakeskin. Therefore these wedges are quadruple-y awesome for mixing four different skins together! I love the mix of colors!
But what I especially liked about the wedge sandals in his collection in general was that the print was on the wedge. A bit unexpected, and a cool way to make your go-to summer shoes really interesting. Love it!
adorable bags from Marc Jacobs
Colorblocking, precious little size, and a single strap with a huge buckle…I love everything about these little bags!
I love a single strap on a handbag (which is why I designed my classic handbag with a single strap), and you rarely see it anymore. I really like that every part of the bag is a different color. Of course, the yellow is extra-awesome.
wide belts from Micheal Kors
You can always depend on Michael Kors for clean lines and modern style, and these belts are no exception. I love how substantial they are, made of thick leather with oversize holes, and nice and wide. You’ll wear a belt like this for decades, truly.
Of course, I’d want one in black and brown, and probably snakeskin and purple or something wild as well!
printed scarves from Carolina Herrera
The great thing about a pretty scarf is that it is perhaps the easiest way to add interest or color instantly to any outfit.
Printed scarves are so easy to wear, and an inexpensive way to experiment with your style. The ones at Carolina Herrera caught my eye because of the graphic print, and of course the green one is my favorite!
statement necklaces from Donna Karan
Normally I’m much more interested in statement earrings than necklaces, but for some reason these necklaces caught my eye, and I can’t stop thinking about them.
Perhaps because they are wooden, or because they have so much volume as to be almost more than just a necklace. Either way, I thought they were great looking!
(left: Elie Tahari; right: Christian Siriano, both spring 2012.)
the IT color: yellow
I had a hard time picking my favorite yellow looks from the New York shows, there were so many! But I decided on these two, first because they show the wide range of colors that fall under the umbrella of “yellow.” There is one out there for you, I promise!
Secondly, I really love the idea of yellow pants, and I think that’s the way I’m going to inject some yellow into my own spring wardrobe. Also, the Elie Tahari trousers are such a nice break from the skinny pants that have been everywhere!
The cute little Christian Siriano outfit shows an easy way to ease into wearing a bold color: keep it to your accessories! No shame in being matchy-matchy when your accessories are so bold!
For my spring wardrobe, I’m for sure going to look for printed wedges, and perhaps consider some bolder necklaces and a pair of golden yellow pants. What are you looking forward to wearing this spring?
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