Want A Trendy Spring Outfit? – Check Your Closet First
April 2, 2015
By Brian Maynor
The weather’s beautiful, the pollen is out in full force and people are ready to shake off all reminders of winter. But before you rush to the stores to stock up on the latest spring trends, take a look at your closet.
You just bought a new outfit for The Cup, it’s Easter weekend and for many that means another new spring outfit, but what about the 90 percent of the clothes hanging in your closet unworn? Chances are you already have some of the season’s hottest trends buried in the back. Here are some of the most common closet finds:
1. Transparency. While it may not be quite warm enough to have bare arms, if you want to have a hint of skin sheer and semi-sheer pieces are the answer. Blouses, skirts and scarves are just a few ways to give a nod to warmer weather and still keep some layer of warmth. Just remember if you’re going to opt for a sheer top you need to wear a fitted tank under it, preferablly skin-toned.
2. Nautical. It wouldn’t be spring without a nod to the sea. Every year blue and white is a dominant color combo, and not just in stripes. Since this is the season for white pants, skirts and shoes you can always feel comfortable and confident pairing them with blue in any shade. Gold and red accents are the most common, but certainly not your only options. Shake things up with yellow, orange, green and purple. They are all complementary colors.
3. Slouchy. Not to be confused with sloppy. Slouchy is a relaxed look created with one oversized piece paired with fitted ones. The best example is an oversized coat. Pairing one with tailored shirt and pants gives you the best of both trends and keeps your look balanced and far from sloppy. Another option would be a belted shirtdress. The loose nature of the dress is accented by the tied waist.
4. BOHO. We know the 70s are back, but if you don’t want to invest in suede, fringe or metallic pieces you have other options. Statement jewelry like long necklaces and chains will give any outfit that seventy’s swagger and don’t forget about shoes and belts. These small details are all you need to give a nod to the trend.
Embracing spring style doesn’t have to mean opening your wallet. It’s a transition season that will be over quickly, especially here in the South. So before splurging search your closet for pieces you already own. You’ll be surprised what you find.
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I am always curious to hear about your weekend wardrobe dilemmas and help make your work wardrobe pull double duty. Email your questions, quandaries and conundrums to [email protected]. Also find each of thesestoryboards at http://brianmaynor.polyvore.com with links to purchase each item.
About Brian Maynor
Brian Maynor has built a reputation as one of the leading style coaches in the Southeast and is quickly expanding his eponymous company, BRIAN MAYNOR and his FIND, FLATTER & FLAUNT line of image consulting services. A professional with a fresh, upbeat and down-to-earth personality and boundless creative energy, he works frequently with with local celebrities; Fortune 500 companies and nonprofit organizations; modeling agencies; fashion designers; production companies; record labels; media and individuals. A regular contributor to various fashion blogs and online communities, Brian Maynor is one of the most trusted and recognized style experts in the region, utilizing his education and training as a broadcast journalist to serve as a style lecturer, emcee, and commentator for over a decade. He has appeared at fashion shows, expos, and charity fundraisers, as well as events with big brands like Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Chico’s and Macy’s. His approach is innovative, creative and fashion-forward, balancing fresh, modern styles with classic pieces to keep one’s look grounded. To learn more, visit http://www.brianmaynor.com.
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