5 ways to UPDATE for SPRING

Updating a wardrobe from winter to spring can be challenging. Most spring clothes are designed for warmer weather than what we typically see in springtime around here. But I get so excited to wear all the new stuff that I am always willing to freeze! Here are my five favorite trends to get you ready for spring.

Ruffles

Ruffles are on everything from tops, to dresses to swimwear. Ruffles add such a fun feminine element to any look. Some of my favorite tops for spring have diagonal ruffles across them or really cute ruffled hems. Try to find an off-the-shoulder dress with one big ruffle across the top that you can wear this spring with a jean jacket, or this summer without.

One Shoulder Top

Give those shoulders some air — well at least one of them! When looking for an offthe-shoulder top, this is a great place to incorporate some ruffles too. It’s a really fun way to get out of your comfort zone. An off the shoulder top is probably something you’re going to be wearing out for dinner. It’s not something that is necessarily work appropriate and could be challenging if you’re caring for little ones. If you’re not ready for a one-shoulder top, look for a shoulder cut-out top with one or two cutouts.

Whites And Creams

I know what you are thinking: It’s not summer yet — how can that be on the list? I promise you can wear white before Memorial Day. Find a cute white shirt-dress or cream blouse to rock this look. And it’s a great time to buy a new white button down. Try one that’s looser fitting for a more slimming look. If you are not ready to break the old rule just yet, go for a light blush color to accomplish a similar look. Blush is a perfect color to wear to any shower or luncheon you may have coming up.

Khaki

When I say khaki I do mean the typical tan color that you think of, but also some shades of green. For this category I would look for a loose fitting dress — either a button up or T-shirt length. These types of dresses are great because they can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. I love finding a style that can be worn with sneakers, sandals or boots. That way it can be worn to work, or you can add a denim shirt to dress it down for a day look.