Seventeen Spring Trend Report

Last month’s issue of Seventeen Magazine featured a spring trend report in their monthly fashion section. They looked at this seasons trendiest looks and showed how it is being worn by celebrities, on the runway, and their own “17 Way”. The spread also featured different clothing and accessories that fit into each look. The trends they included were boyish preppy, new nautical, bright florals, pretty pales, tribal prints, and bold patterns. This wide variety covered the entire spectrum of styles fitting the preference of all of their readers. The tip for pulling of a “boyish preppy” style is mixing classic and more feminine pieces to prevent a boxy silhouette. The magazine suggests wearing a brightly colored mini skirt and a pair of tights to balance a blazer and button down dress shirt. Kate Bosworth and the runway models at Lacoste this season have been seen wearing sea worthy nautical stripes. The key to pulling off this look is not going too far over board. It is best worn when done in moderation, and when worn in more modern shapes, for example a trapeze shaped top paired with a pair of shorter shorts. Bright floral prints can be worn on shoes, bags, bathing suits, and all a types of clothing. When trying this eye popping look on a dress for example it is important to wear a solid colored article of clothing as well to avoid looking like wallpaper. Also to avoid over kill start by trying this trend just on a bottom like in a skirt of pair of shorts. The “pretty pales” look is exactly what it sounds like to pull this off try white jeans, ribbon belts, and girly tops. Incorporating tribal prints can give any outfit a bohemian feel. To put together a look with tribal prints accessories can be the key, don’t hesitate to pile on tons of wooden jewelry an inexpensive way to pull this off. Gladiator style sandals are also great for spring and scream tribal, when wearing these it is best to wear a simpler outfit like basic jeans and a tee shirt. The last look featured was taken from the runway of Tracy Reese. Her bold printed clothing is now available from many different designers and at every budget. The multiple patterns can be worn at one time as long as they have a common color.