SPRING 2012 INSPIRATION. Preppy Nautical & Western Romantic

Even though we are in the middle of winter, I can't help but plan out my spring fashion theme. This years them is two-pronged - dual opposites of each other with the connection thread of good-old-Americana. I know... a bit bizarre for me considering I'm always trying to be French or German.

Curious? Here's a sneak peek:

THEME #1:
PREPPY YACHT, Navy blue and red. Accents of white and cognac leather. Stripes!



The classic stripes of red/navy are so elegant. Dress up or down with accessories.




Guys can get in on the trend too! Remember all of the red jeans I was seeing on men last summer in Europe? We should start seeing them (cropped and rolled) in the states this Spring. OK, who am I kidding? It will be another 2 years, and probably not at all in my city.

THEME #2:
WESTERN ROMANTIC, Vintage cowboy or motorcycle boots paired with soft floral dresses 

I know........this look has been done before - nothing groundbreaking here. BUT....when you don't cheat and wear hemmed VINTAGE dresses (above the knee) and layer sockens (German speak for 'socks') - you have a stylish outfit that you can claim your own. Wear a lacey slip underneath for added interest.


Hem 2" above the knee and use the extra material to make a tie-sash. Should cost around $8 for alterations. 




This is cute too. You could wear this loose or tie with a leather braided rope belt. Add wood bangles.

Now is a GREAT time to pick up vintage non-wrinkle polyester dresses for practically nothing (under $4 - yes, really). Keep your eyes out for these easy-to-wear pieces and you too can join me this spring with the 'Western Romantic' look. I will post photos of my latest dresses and awesome cowboy boots next week.

xoxo
Michelle

PS - what are you dreaming about for Spring style? Have you seen the homeless look being promoted by H&M in honor of the movie 'Girl with the Dragon Tatto?'. Dirty and torn clothes are not my style - so thanks H&M for the new line, but I'll pass.