Spring Shopping List - Colored Denim, Pink Blazer And More!

What do you do when you are asked to 'just rest'. I was asked to do just that yesterday by my chiropractor (and to think of happy thoughts!). After a nap and some reading, I did what would really gives me happy thoughts - I made a shopping list! And here are some of the items on top of my list -

• Colored Denim - Usually ,I do not blindly follow the trends. I say work with what you got and be true to your style! But seems like colored jeans trend has 'versatile' written all over it. I love all the color choices - from fire engine red to mustard to mint green! I foresee the bright denim to be a wardrobe staple.
• Pastel Pink Blazer - I am in love with this color. And these blazers can go from day to night, casual to formal without much effort. Femininity and streamlined look - all sewn together- one sleeve at a time!
• Nautical Stripes - *Drool* If nautical stripes are not timeless, I don't know what else is! A pretty striped dress, floppy hat, rope handle bag and a hot sailor (just sayin') on the boat - a girl doesn't need much else for a memorable summer!!
• Espadrilles - These are a summer must-have. I love the comfortable heels that you can wear whole day. Canvas, fabric or leather - take your pick!
• Floral Clutch - A floral clutch is perfect for spring/summer - I imagine a white cotton sundress with espadrilles and a watercolor inspired clutch for a promising spring day! See this for some more ideas and floral inspiration!
• Skinny Belt - I have a number of wide and medium width belts in my wardrobe, and I am looking to add some skinny belts in the belt-hook! The printed thin belts or bright colored skinny belts are on my shopping list to add interest to a simple outfit.

Here is the visual of my spring shopping list!

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How does your shopping list look?

Style Trend To Try - Floral and Printed Pants

Remember a sarcastic Miranda Priestly in Devil Wears Prada with her magazine staff - "Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking!" Well, obvious or not - here they come, florals in all their printed glory for Spring/Summer 2012! And this time they are showing up on an unexpected piece of clothing - pants! If florals are not your thing, you can try these über mod pants in a variety of patterns like tribal prints and Ikat patterns. In fitted pants, skinny jeans, capris and straightlegs - celebrities, street style stars and runway models all are putting their best (printed) foot leg forward! 

 Photo Credit: Zoe Saldana - People Magazine

Preetma Singh (Fashion assistant Vogue) - Refinery29

Tibi Runway - style.com

I love the fact that with these pants you can go wild or stay conservative - and the style options are limitless! Here are some of my suggestions to style a pair of printed pants.

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Do you think you will walk in 'em?

Style Trend To Try - Neon Bags! (And How To 'Wear' Them)

One thing I am really scared of when it comes to styling is - Neon colors! I mean they are absolutely gorgeous but not for the faint of heart! And if you get carried away, you may end up looking like a construction site warning  post! For me, if a trend or style is too intimidating, I try it with accessories - in small doses and gradually adapt it into my clothes. I think that neon colors look absolutely stunning in handbags! Specially in structured handbags or oversized clutches. And they can do so much more to your outfit than be a sidekick! Here are some ways to use neon color handbag in your outfits.

To brighten a monochromatic outfit 

To color block

To enhance the color tones of an outfit

To bring the prints and patterns together

 And here I am, with a bright neon yellow bag - details of the outfit here

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Mid-Week Colorblock Shoe Cravings

I have a question for you all today. How do you wear heels? Do you wear them only on occasions? Carry a pair of flip-flops/flats with you to change? Don't wear heels at all? Put the band-aid on the pinkie/back of the heel? (you know what I am taking about!!) Only wear platforms? I am asking you because I feel I can't be in the high heels for whole day, and when I see women sashay through the sidewalks in sky high stilettos, I always wonder - is she cursing on the inside with every step?? I love the high heels as much as the next girl, and own my fair share of elevated beauties, but I see people in 5 inches heels and ask myself- is she tougher than me? I guess the better person inside me goes MIA at that time!! {I still lust after the high heels nonetheless!}

1. Charlotte Russe (see price here)

2. Jessica Simpson (see price here)

3. Olsen Haus (see price here)

4. Kate Spade (see price here)

5. Ruthie Davis (see price here)

Which pair would satisfy your craving??

Spring 2012 Trend Alert - Pastels Are The New Neutrals!

Move over beige - delicate mint green is here! Last year, spring was all about the opposite ends of the spectrum - screaming bold colors and the silent neutrals. Jewel tones and beige-and-taupe. This year you can surely bet on the bold colors but update your neutrals with these stunning pastels! Blush pinks, mint greens, seafoam blues and yellows will rule the wardrobes as they did on the SS'12 Runways and the Red Carpet.

Here are some of my picks of pastel pieces for spring - pair them with similar palette or go bold by mixing them with primary colors. 

1.Jacket  2.Sheath  3.Earrings  4.Chiffon Dress  5.Leather Bag 

6.Jeans  7.Sandals  8.Ballet Flats

1.Dress 2.Tee 3.Jeans 4.Sequin Clutch 5.Sandals 6.Platform Sandals

1.Dress 2.Top  3.Silk Blouse 4.Kate Spade Ring 5.Patent-Trim Straw Wallet 6.Legging Jeans 7.Skinny Belt 8.Sandals

Which pastel shade do you plan to add to your wardrobe?

Trend Spotting - Black Lace Overset Dresses

What is sexy and sweet at the same time - a black lace overset dress with blush lining! And it seems to be the trend for fashionistas everywhere - from Paris Fashion week to movie promotion tours to evening out in the town. Salma Hayek wears this trend with plunging neckline while Rachel McAdams brings her signature charm and sweetness to the black lace overset sheath.

Rachel Mcadams in Collette Dinnigan black lace dress
Image via People Magazine

Salma Hayek in Prada Bash in Paris
Image via People Magazine

Vanessa Minnillo Image via People Magazine

The key to style this delicately sexy dress trend - simple black or neutral pumps and minimum jewelry! In my opinion, Rachel McAdams here totally nailed the trend! 

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