Maximize This!

Well it must be official if both Tish and New York Magazine are writing about it,
Yep, you guessed it
The Spring/Summer trend  is Maxi Skirts.
By maxi we mean a length from just below the knee to the floor like with these two skirts from NY magazine

Richard Chai white maxi skirt $245

Marc Jacobs maxi skirt $925
Honestly, I like both of these skirts but they are above my budget for a trend that will last only one season.

Tish featured this skirt from LaRedoute and at 30 euros I would totally make the investment.
Comfortable and hiding a multitude of figure flaws, what's not to like about this hippy dippy look.
Just add bangles, chandelier earrings, sandals, a floppy hat and maybe a big pendant on a long chain and we can channel our inner 1970s boho chic.
Are you jumping on this trend this summer....or have decided that you lived through the 1970s once already...and once was enough!

Sliding Into Spring

Spring is upon us...finally
and I've enjoyed seeing so many country and city garden photos from around the blogosphere

Like this lovely sunny terrace chez Ms Arscott

and these riverside daffodils in the wilds of Wales at Absolutely Glam

and this sun drenched city garden in London's gentrified Dalston at Fashion's Most Wanted

and these beautiful trees at My French County Home

btw, how did she end up in Normandy living my dream life?

but I digress

I saw this photo today on The Sartorialist

Even if the weather is turning mild, I wondered, isn't it a little early to be walking around in head to toe white on the streets of Milan?

In spite of her loveliness, the sheer summery see through outfit just screams pay attention to me!

Believe me, it's been a long cold winter...you know... for Los Angeles

but I'm not ready yet to pull out the summer frocks

are you?

Be 100% In Trend This Spring

Although fashion changes at an incredible pace, and the trends for spring and summer were presented at the fashion shows, but you can follow fashion at a much cheaper and easier way. Take a peek into the closet and in boxes with jewelry and cosmetics, and listen to advice that will help you to be 100 per cent in trend.

1. Say goodbye to smokey eyes
Although smoky eyes are still a good choice for the evening, avoid it during the day. Runways models were decorated with soft, natural shades of eye shadow. Search in your cosmetics box and pick all shades of pastel colors that have been ignored. Green, purple, beige or soft pink eye shadow will not be gaudy, but in the first plan will be your lashes. Use mascara for volume.

2. Massive jewelry
The same goes for the massive rings and large earrings. With a solid combination your jewelry will definitely come to the fore.

3. Lavender color
This juicy youthful color is a great power lifter for hot spring and summer days ahead. Choose details, such as bags, trench coats, ballet shoes or strap in soft, pastel lavender shades and enjoy.

4. Irregular parting
After so many seasons on the side parting, it was time for a big comeback in the middle parting. Avoid strict straight line, and let your hair choose her path. This hairstyle will suit all types of women.

5. High-heeled loafers
Moccasins are back, but in something sexier and more elegant style. Legendary shoes in new look are perfect for business suit, but also for long jeans and a sexy dress.

6. Plain jeans
Say goodbye to washed and torn jeans because plain jeans are back. Dark blue jeans with a slight seventies trapeze style, which are reminiscent of classic pants are a big hit. Search in your closet and put them on.

7. Goodbye lip gloss
This spring, forget the lip gloss, and select a matte lipstick. New matte lipstick are enriched with moisture and won't dry out your lips and will last a long time. If you do not want to spend money on a new lipstick, grab the one you are currently using, and remove excess shine tapping with fingers on lips.

8. Dresses with retro prints
Interesting retro print dresses are back in. Vibrant, playful colors and shapes will refresh your look, and with this combination you do not need any jewelry.

9. Long skirts
Feminine skirt with fuller materials and bell shape below the knee will fit almost all forms of female body, and you will look very elegant and refined. Choose a neutral colored skirt and blouse with interesting or colorful print.

10. Grey nail polish
Fantastic balance between too dark and cold black and screaming pink color that last year were a hit is just beautiful, elegant shade of gray. Gray is the color that you can combine with all the colors and occasions. Select high-gloss nail polish.