Summer 2009 fashion...

One of the big trends this season is anything striped... Expect to see lots of stripe, not only on wonderful nautical knit tops, but dresses, handbags, and even shoes...

Check out photo below outfit of "Michael Kors" design - He used a very simple classical nautical striped top, and mixed it up with a long button cardigan, and flare a-line skirt ... The results - a chic casual look

Add a pair of lacey pumps to a tailored suit or wear them with a great pair of jeans... Anyway you look at it - you are going to add a bit of glam to an otherwise perhaps boring outfit.

Lace is a big trend for this spring and summer. Once only reserved for wedding dresses or formal wear, lace is showing up everywhere. Designers are adding lace to not only sporty shoes and handbags, but to everyday wear such as blouses, skirts, and dresses. Its trendy girls, but enjoy it while it lasts...

Biker Babes... This spring swap out that blazer for a oh so cute leather motorcycle jacket. This is a fast growing trend, keep in mind its not the typical black leather type. This year designers have put out some wonderful biker inspired jackets, pastels, bright classic colors, and yes some metallic jobs...

Another big trend this season - Anything Paisley
Fashions that scream color and fun! Dresses, skirts, blouses, handbags, shoes, will all be out there for the pickings... Paisley will be infused into so many great fashions this season. Some designers adding Bollywood glam to infuse fun bright paisley into otherwise boring fashions. Consider adding a bit of paisley into your spring/summer wardrobe.

Pair your paisley with neutral hues or match to the darkest color in the print.


This spring and summer paisley will be big - so add a piece or two to your wardrobe.

This summer look forward to being comfortable, and some what lady like... The high waist is back, not only in shorts, but skirts and pants, and even jeans.

In regard to length - You will see short shorts, to knee toppers, that just hit the top of the knee. The fit on a knee topper should be straight, not tight - straight. Your also going to see great cuffed shorts, very tailored, and cute.

A great pair of "long shorts" are a summer wardrobe must.

A huge trend this summer will be the long to just above the knee boyish long shorts - paired with feminine tops. Add a great flip flops or heels, you are good to go...