Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Spring into style
These tips can help you be fashionable and fabulous without paying a fortune.
With this season's new fashions hitting the runway and the weather warming up, your closet is bound to be begging for a spring spruce up.
However, between the economy and a teenager's already meager budget, dressing in style can be a challenge. Here are some tips on how to be smart with your spring shopping.
Look 1
One of spring's biggest trends this year is whimsical, colorful and feminine looks. Pastel colors, flower patterns and vintage accessories accompany this look.
Ring and Earrings: Charlotte Russe, 2 for $8
Pink sash: Charlotte Russe, $4.99
Bermudas: Old Navy, $22.37
Top: online at www.Forever21.com. Variety of tops under $20
- Tip 1: Stick to the basics. Simple outfits can be reused and made interesting with inexpensive, yet expressive trinkets.
- Tip 2: Use the Internet in your shopping. Order online from local and non-local stores alike, such as www.oldnavy weekly.com, which offers fantastic coupons that are often overlooked.
Look 2
The boyish, grunge look from the '90s is influencing designers this year. Slouchy layers, jumpsuits, beanies and menswear-inspired accessories create this style.
Shorts: Old Navy, $20.54
Handkerchief: Dad's drawer
Belt: Goodwill, $1
T-shirt: an old shirt from three years ago
- Tip 1: Recycle old clothes. Spruce up an old T-shirt with fun accessories. Scavenge through your dad's or brother's closet and add a few of their accessories to your outfit, such as an old tie, belt, vest, hat or handkerchief.
- Tip 2: While tight, short shorts will always be around, take advantage of the relaxed fit pants that are coming in this season.
Look 3
Prints in bright, tropical colors are popping up this spring. Free-flowing skirts offer a fresh, relaxed look.
Skirt: Goodwill, $2.50
Belt: Goodwill, $1
- Tip 1: Forget the usual stores at the mall. Rather, look through consignment stores such as Plato's Closet or Goodwill (also endearingly known sometimes as "G&W Fashions"). These stores offer truly vintage accessories such as belts, sunglasses or scarves, as well as other unique finds.
