Sweeping Spring Style

Longer days & wide-open fashion

By Allison McCrory • Photos by Kate Treick Photography

From beach-to-bar sets to strictly business suits, from long to short, from bright to saturated pastel, spring trends offer it all!

With the promise of warm weather, look for sheer fabrics and matching sets that can transition from the shore to an evening out. Bright, solid colors and more intense pastels are showing up big as we emerge from winter.

In the spirit of spring, look for “body baring silhouettes,” forecasted Heather Stevens, owner of Ciao Bella Boutique and Salon on Cervantes in Pensacola. “Cutouts on dresses and tops are a big trend.”

Footwear trends offer a gamut of variety as well. Look for mid-heel mules, sneakers, Mary Jane flats, puff slides, ’90s flatforms and platforms, bling buckles and tied-up designs.

Get springy in shaped sunglasses, layered beaded necklaces, colorful statement earrings, woven bucket hats, mini handbags and for the boldest of bold – body and belly chains!

Shopping list: Feathers are flying high this spring! Join the flock in a pure white feather fringe midi dress with side slit by Le Lis ($49). The look can be interpreted in a classy monochromatic style or get creative by adding a pop of spring color via accessories.