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This Spring I have been seeing more feminine clothes with lace details and I am in love!! Lace is so girly and adds great flair to simple LBD’s (little black dresses) or blouses. You can also dress up lace or wear it casual. Check out these lovely pictures of the lace trend! See ya guys right here next Friday….xo Ashley …

Women’s pantsuits are making a big comeback this Spring, and they’re not your typical shoulder pads 80′s pantsuits either, this year’s suits have a twist to them, ready? The most popular suits I’ve been noticing have a print, which is floral or just a fun bright color and usually have a tailored look to them. I’m SO in love with …

The night scene has consistently dominated the metallic trend, but Spring 2012 shows that just a few alterations can make any metallic-inspired outfit become a day-to-night look. It’s as easy as 1,2,3… 1) Choose structured pieces. Metallic pieces are visually demanding, so to make your outfit appropriate for day and night, pick pieces that don’t feel overdone. 2) Combine metallics with neutrals …

“Life in plastic, it’s fantastic!” Barbie couldn’t have said it better. This Spring trend is definitely a personal favorite. The architecture of plastic garments combines playfulness, structure, and modernism. Marc Jacobs, Versace, Balenciaga, Maison Martin Margiela, and Chanel completely transformed their Spring 2012 collections with plastic pieces and accessories. The final products are so visually stunning, words cannot do them …

In hot weather it’s best to stay away from dark colors, because they absorb heat. So, this summer when you’re going to the office, on a date, or just out and about, and you’re wondering what to wear, think white shirt. The white shirt is a simple basic that can be worn with anything. It’s great for any occasion and you don’t …

The midriff top is back for this Spring. I’m sure most of us can remember Cher and Dionne in the movie Clueless and their midriff baring ensembles. On the runway designers such as Jason Wu, Dolce & Gabbana, and Versace featured the midriff in their collections. The above photo is an example from Jason Wu’s collection. Below is more inspiration …

Designers are always a season ahead, intuitively forecasting our future obsessions. Spring is indeed here, but so is Fall 2012 (perfect for those curious trend leaders that love to get a sneak peek). Several designers have already set their Fall 2012 collections down the runway with much success. Thus far, their visions are portraying otherworldly & whimsical designs, almost as …

This season I have noticed athletic wear on the runways among designers Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney, and small brands like H&M. Basically the designers are mixing flirty feminine pieces with athletic wear that reflects a more sporty look. Until next week guys! Ashley Thomas

We all know that orange is the most popular color for spring this year, but lets focus on pink for a second. One of spring 2012′s most interesting trends is the pink short suit. This trend is perfect for spring. You can wear it for a number of different occasions, like a semi formal event, on a date, or even …

Now that we have entered the month of April, fashions are all about reflecting the seasons. Quick fact: the word April comes from the Latin word, “aperire” which means to open, signaling the opening of the buds of flowers. It is these very delicate blossoms that have made popular imprints on all kinds of denim and pants this season. Designers …