Draw Me In

Aside from cross body bags, drawstrings are the hottest thing in purses this spring.  Forget clutches and hobos, the drawstring is definitely where its at.  Drawstrings showed up on both bags and clothing on the Spring 2010 runways, so expect to see a prevalence of them on the streets come spring.

Elie Tahari

Alexander Wang via net-a-porter

 

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Vanessa Bruno

Temperly London via net-a-porter

Drawstring by Sogni e Sorrisi

Electric Blue

Cobalt blue, one of my favourite hues,
 was all over the SS 2010 runways.
Its lovely paired with black and white,
but why not try an accessory in a
splashy hue like chartreuse.

Derek Lam

Gucci

Luca Luca

Proenza Schouler

Thakoon

Bottega Veneta

Photo:  Vanessa Jackman

Under $250

Blue by Sogni e Sorrisi

 

Over (My) Budget

Blue2 by Sogni e Sorrisi

Runway Photos:  style.com


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Flowers in 3-D

An alternative to the bright floral prints sure to be a trend this spring -- floral appliqués.  Whether small and understated or oversized and glam they're everwhere, just take your pick.  Me?  I really wouldn't mind that Valentino bag, but I'll settle for some of the great pieces from the H&M Garden Collection.

H and M

Top Shop

Forever 21

Runway Photos:  style.com (Isaac Mizrahi, Jason Wu, J. Mendel, Luisa Beccaria, Rochas, Valentino)

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Neon Accents

I love the idea of incorporating the neon trend with accessories - a belt, a clutch, a shoe, or maybe just a small element on a piece of clothing.  I think its an unexpected, elegant way to wear the look.

CC Sky Leather Screw Bracelet

MICHAEL by Michael Kors Belt

Adia Kabur Neon Green Ecstasy Necklace

Carrera Aviator Sunglasses

Runway Photos:  style.com (Jason Wu, Reem Acra, Armani, Isaac Mizrahi)
Clutch:  Jimmy Choo
Photo of Rachel Bilson from Teen Vogue via A Diary of Lovely



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All Ruffled Up

Fun, flirty ruffles were seen all over the Spring 2010 runways and there are lots of reasonably priced options that allow you to sport the trend without breaking the bank.

H&M's sustainable Spring 2010 Garden Collection

Runway photos from style.com. 

Looks by Isabel Marant, Lanvin, Lela Rose, Luca Luca, Luisa Beccaria, Rachel Roy, Stella McCartney.

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