Spring 2012 Trends and Styles

It's a new year and with spring around the corner, the seasonal styles are about to change! Get ready to box up those dark and heavy fabrics and add some liveliness to your closet. Here are some gorgeous trends to be on the lookout for this spring:

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Crop Tops

Crop top: Express

Don't get too excited. Crop tops are back but not in the way where you should channel your inner Britney circa 2000. For spring 2012, this trend has a more subtle approach. This style is the best way to achieve a bohemian summer look! However, even if you got the body for it, I wouldn't recommend wearing these without a tank top underneath. Kate Beckinsale, for instance, sported a cute crop top with a casual approach.

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Suits

Professional or casual, floral or pastel - suits are totally in! The blazer and shorts combo works perfectly whether you're going to work or out for cocktails with the girls. Even Eva Longoria has already tried out this amazing look a couple of times!

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Abstract/Bold Patterns

Go bold or go home! Futuristic styles were a big hit at the Spring 2012 fashion shows. Since bold patterns can be tricky due to how they flatter your body or the statement they make, I prefer to take a light approach with this appearance. This shirt from Express follows the abstract style with the stripes and different colors, but does so in a less is more manner. For a more dramatic take on this look, take note from Amanda Seyfried:

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Jazz Age/Metallics

An important memo for this spring: dress like Daisy Buchanan! The roaring 20s are making a comeback this spring, taking vintage to a whole new level. Whip out those flashy clothing items and don't be afraid to let your dress be a little more flowy, and a little less tight fitting!

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Peplums

The biggest new trend of the season, but possibly the hardest to pull off. Women are usually trying to find clothes to distract from their their waistline, but this new style states that we should be doing the opposite. Diane Kruger looked fabulous when she wore a black peplum dress. The detailing was perfect, but didn't draw too much attention to her waistline or give her a hips a weird shape.