Spring forward: Get a jump on fashion trends

  • By Julie Gallego

    The Orange County Register (MCT)

  • Friday, February 22th, 2013
    Black and white and checks are huge for spring, and wearing it in a classic sheath is an ideal way to work the trend. Here: Kate Spade New York “Lorelei” dress ($378); Alexander McQueen black-and-white shoulder bag; Chanel sunglasses; and Sequin bangle ($28).

    Black and white and checks are huge for spring, and wearing it in a classic sheath is an ideal way to work the trend. Here: Kate Spade New York “Lorelei” dress ($378); Alexander McQueen black-and-white shoulder bag; Chanel sunglasses; and Sequin bangle ($28).

    Pairing bright colors in an unexpected mix, such as orange with blue and acid yellow, is an answer to spring’s head-to-toe color trend. Here: BCBGMaxAzria two-tone sheath ($268); Alexander Wang “Rockie” leather satchel ($795); Vince “Celeste” pump ($350) with colored bangles by Sequin ($25-$28) and Tory Burch “Lucas” link necklace ($295). All available at Nordstrom.com.

    Pairing bright colors in an unexpected mix, such as orange with blue and acid yellow, is an answer to spring’s head-to-toe color trend. Here: BCBGMaxAzria two-tone sheath ($268); Alexander Wang “Rockie” leather satchel ($795); Vince “Celeste” pump ($350) with colored bangles by Sequin ($25-$28) and Tory Burch “Lucas” link necklace ($295). All available at Nordstrom.com.

    The trends here include a bold color mix, leather detail and skater skirt. Pictured are: Aqua Milly leather collar sweater ($325); Miss Wu “Lush” striped silk skirt ($275); Vince “Celeste” pumps and bangles by Alexis Bittar and Sequin. All clothing courtesy of Nordstrom.

    The trends here include a bold color mix, leather detail and skater skirt. Pictured are: Aqua Milly leather collar sweater ($325); Miss Wu “Lush” striped silk skirt ($275); Vince “Celeste” pumps and bangles by Alexis Bittar and Sequin. All clothing courtesy of Nordstrom.