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look ahead to spring

1/27/2014

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Boden Putney Dress $148
Today kicks off another round of cold weather and I am thinking wistfully about colorful spring fashion. Warm weather styles are already hitting the stores but it will still be awhile before I can wear them in Chicago. However, it is not too early to start thinking about what seasonal trends I want to embrace in the spring. 
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OPI Nail Lacquer in "Dutch Tulips" $9
I love bright colors and bold patterns and although I try to wear them all year round, spring fashion makes it easy to incorporate into my wardrobe rotation. To add a little spring to my step, I have been wearing brightly colored nail polishes and I am looking forward to being able to coordinate my nail color with some great dresses and tops in a couple months.

This Boden dress is a perfect example of a crisp, clean, but still very fun spring piece. (If pink is not your color, it also comes in two other color combinations.) Dots are a great print because they feel modern on women of any age. Florals can be a little more tricky, so if you are just dipping your toe into the pattern pool, start with geometric patterns.
Another easy way to add a print to your outfit is with stripes! What I love about the striped sweater (shown below) is that there are only a few pops of neon so it doesn't feel like you are being overwhelmed with color. Pastels always seem to be popular once the warm weather hits, but since they have a tendency to wash people out, I think they can be harder to wear than the brighter neons. If you prefer something more neutral, navy and white are a stellar springtime combination.
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Lands' End Canvas Neon Stripe Tee $24.99
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Essie Nail Polish in "The More The Merrier" $8.50
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China Glaze Nail Lacquer in "For Audrey" $7.50
Gingham screams springtime and is a fun way to mix and match colors. Choose one of the colors from the print to wear as a nail polish and another as an accessory, such as a necklace or a skinny, patent belt.
What spring pieces are you most excited to pull out of your closet when the weather warms up? Let me know in the comments. I can't wait to wear my nautical inspired navy and citrine skirt!
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Vineyard Vines Gingham Shirt $80
1 Comment
Jane
1/27/2014 02:13:03 pm

The color (and name) of the nail polish alone makes me long for Spring!
Thanks for the pick-me-up.

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