With the economy still in a shaky situation, fashion designers unveiled a new season based on hope and the idea that anything can happen. An eclectic mix of opposing trends, spring 2010 promises to be a fun year for the fashionable. Even if you don’t have the budget to spend on a lot of new clothes, you can still pull off many of the newest trends from the runway. Here are some of the popular looks and how you can achieve them at home.
Knee high and thigh high socks are a huge trend this year. Unlike buying a new dress, socks are fairly inexpensive so you can spurge a little on this fad. The key to looking amazing in higher socks is to “pick the length wisely…to suit your body’s shape.” Stick with knee high socks if you don’t wish to draw attention to larger thighs. Both above the knee and just below the knee cut socks are available, so try them on to see which you like best. Below the knee is usually more flattering since you don’t have the “bulge” of your kneecap in the sock. “If you’re short, knee high socks that cut off below the knee are best paired with a shorter hemline to expose more leg and, thus, imply greater height. The hem should be no lower than the middle of your thigh.” For taller ladies, thigh high socks provide the perfect opportunity to show off your incredible legs. Wild colors and textures are part of the fun and fashion of high socks, so you can feel free to go crazy. However, do not pair high socks with short plaid or pleated skirts. You do not want to look like a school girl as it is not considered fashionable, just slutty.
The rocker chic vibe that was so popular last season has morphed into a “futuristic warrior” trend this season. The good news is all the metallic accents and chains from the rocker easily translate to the warrior fad. Leather is also very vogue. Don’t think military when you think this trend, instead it combines more elements of ancient Roman or Amazonian soldiers. Modern elements are mixed with the ancient to create an amazingly unforgettable look. For example, studded belts, gladiator sandals, and chain jewelry all have that inherent ancient warrior quality to them. Pair them with flowing feminine blouses, dresses, or skirts or unexpected textures like sequins, velvet, or silk to create an outfit. “This isn’t the sort of trend where rules should be laid down; it’s open to interpretation and rich with possibility. It’s not intended to be taken too literally either, and works best when an outfit gives the impression of some underlying fierceness rather than the overt look of a costume.” Tribal patterns should not be forgotten as part of this trend as well.
