Be You

There's no question. Color is in and it is here to stay...at lest until the next big thing comes around since as we know, fashion comes and goes in a cycle. The bright trend we have been seeing for Spring 2012 seems to have come straight from the 80's. Neon colors were all the rage in the 80's and today's consumer can't get enough of them. From neon green, orange, and yellow, to bright pinks and blues, todays it's fashionable to pair them with jeans or even mix and match with other bright colors. Retailers such as Gap, Forever 21, and even designers like Jimmy Choo and Betsey Johnson. The silhouette of spring styles are also inspired by the 1980s. Baggy, loose fitting, and comfortable are what's popular. The main thing with the bright trend is to be yourself and make it your own. Personally, I'm loving this trend, especially the bright pant. I like to make it sophistacted and dress it up by adding simple toches in sillouette and with accessories. Here are some pieces from different designers and retailers embracing this trend:

Jimmy Choo

Betsey Johnson

Gap Pants

Forever 21 Jacket


If you are interested in more information on the bright trend and 80's fashion, check out these websites!

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/80s-fashion-trends.html

http://www.secondtimearound.net/blog/?p=2925

Be Bold

One of the hottest color trends this spring is cobalt blue (or UK blue for any Kentucky fans out there).  This unique shade of blue can be seen in stores all over Bowling Green and on Western's campus. Marlowe Frymire is a recent WKU grad and also a fellow employee at Gap. She looks great in this color, wearing a knit sweater with a v-neck and drop shoulder. Marlowe also paired it with subtle animal print pants, another trend this spring. Any piece in this color will add a bold, yet understated touch to your wardrobe!

Long Lasting Impression

One of the biggest trends this spring is the MAXI dress...

Here you can see some of the biggest names in Hollywood bringing this 70's inspired maxi look to life.

Mackenzie Noffsinger is a sophomore at WKU and is rocking this style while making it uniquely her own. Here she pairs it with two more hot trends this spring, STRIPES and a DENIM shirt. It is a very casual but chic look that is quickly becoming a classic and works perfectly for transitioning from winter into spring. Plus, this trendy look can go from class, to work, to getting coffee with a friend. You could even dress it up by adding a structured jacket and some jewelry. Every Western girl should plan on adding a cute maxi dress to her wardrobe this spring!