Spring Fashion

For you fashion savvy individuals, my current job at Saks 5th Ave gives me some insider information on current fashion. This is what will be in this spring for both men and women according to the buyers.

If you're looking to be in style this season pay close attention.


MEN'S SPRING 2007










NAVY BLAZER

a nicely cut, spring weight navy blazer is definitely our first among equals this spring
dresses up casual looks, even shorts; keeps dressy events from being too stuffy
the deeper the navy tones the more versatile the blazer











WHITE JEANS

they're jeans so they're cool, but they're white so they're more polished than your average denim
try them with a great short sleeve shirt, stands out in a good way
they take a navy blazer into the sporty zone, champ











SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT

the tailored shirt got a reprieve from cuffs, just as right, just cooler than before
you are allowed to pop up the collar but only when you're alone on the beach with the dogs
plaids, patterns all in easy-on-the-eye colors











RUGBY SHIRT

speaking of sporty, in terms of shirts it doesn't get any more winning than this
we like the stripes in mixed colors best
the white collar hooks up with the white jean without looking premeditated











SPORTY SUNGLASSES

aerodynamics are the key, sleek, hints of motocross styling
aviators are always right, this spring squared up a bit
think skiers, skydivers, cyclists, Steve McQueen











STREET SNEAKERS

when we say street, we're thinking more urbane than urban
ergonomics meet foot art, look for organic shapes and colors
try them with your new seersucker suit for a sporting footnote











CLASSIC SWIMSUIT

a classic suit is just the right length trunk in a easy-going tropical print
square cuts and even swimmer suits can be classic, as long as they're graphic and dark
check out the new hybrid suits, part swimsuit, part walking shorts












DRESSED UP SHORTS

put a blazer over shorts and you've taken the whole afternoon to the next level
call it Global Warming, but shorts are more acceptable more places than ever, as long as you've dressed them up a bit
leave the printed t-shirt at home, drop on the tailored short sleeve shirt instead











SEERSUCKER

seersucker is cool this spring, literally and figuratively
makes a great blazer for dressing up or down
in shorts or pants it's the subtlest way to have a sporting stripe



WOMEN'S SPRING 2007












CHIC DAY DRESS

it's the ultimate in one-piece dressing
look for extra-feminine details like eyelet, tiny ruffles and soft colors
short is the sweetest length, from an inch above the knee to as high as you dare to go, just stay in your comfort zone
remember a mini can be a tad more modest doubling as a tunic over slim pants












COCKTAIL DRESS

the pretty/posh party dress has returned in the biggest way
choose short and fluttery or slightly longer and leaner
a metallic shoe ups the glamour quotient











CRISP WHITE SHIRT

in a season of ultra-femininity, this tailored classic is a refreshing alternative
bright white is the light half of the graphic spectator trend
pair it with a black skirt, trousers, or even a slim city short











FLAT SHOE

the dancer flat keeps the flightly spring silhouette demurely grounded
try flats with the mini dress, trousers, almost anything this spring
here, too, metallics put a little extra glamour into your daytime look












PLATFORM SHOE

in the transition toward the pretty pump, this is the height of style
don't forget heels on a platform are not just for night, try them with jeans
keep it lively with animal prints or mixed metals











SHORTS

there's no stopping women's love affair with shorts...of all lengths
the long slim short is spring's alternative to the skirt or pants
try an oversized blouse or shirt to give the silhouette balance












HAND-HELD BAG

the evolution of the clutch, best small and smart
this is a good spot for a touch of spring's hot metals
look for textures, like woven and quilted leathers, and wristlet handles












HIGH-WAISTED BELT

wear the new belts, as wide as they come, above the natural waist
it cinches the silhouette of spring, which starts high and stays there
another strategic way to add a flash of metallics








FLORAL FRAGRANCE

when ruffles and roses are in the air, a sweet garden-born scent can't be far behind
look for notes from subtle exotics like neroli with just a touch of tuberose
indulge your romantic fantasies more often, wear florals every day



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