Top Fashion Tips for Spring and Summer
(BPT) - Spring is here - time to start planning your warm-weather wardrobe updates. To help you stay
on top of the trends for spring 2014, the experts have plenty of advice to share.
Lynne Riding, who is the fashion coordinator at The Art Institute of Charleston, a branch of The Art
Institute of Atlanta, and Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds, who has the same role at The Art Institute of
Atlanta-Decatur, a branch of The Art Institute of Atlanta, offer some pointers.
Q: What are the top five trends for spring 2014?
A: "Look for clean, simple lines," says Riding. "You'll also see pleats, sheers and lace, and prints - both
floral and graphic." Hammonds agrees that pleats, especially knife pleats, will be big this spring.
"Graphic prints are a major trend, using written words embroidered or printed across ready-to-wear
garments," he adds. "We'll also see accessories with metallic touches in gold and bronze this year."
Q: What are this spring's top colors?
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A: Both experts agree that lilac and other pastels are the most important color story for spring. Greens,
especially mint green, are also big. "Muted and sophisticated tones predominate, although brights are
also seen, particularly when paired with metallic touches," Hammonds says.
Q: What one piece should everyone consider adding to her wardrobe to be on trend for spring?
A: "A poplin dress shirt in white, lilac or mint green is a great spring/summer addition," says Riding. "It
could either be a long wrap shirt without buttons or a long shirt worn on the hips with a belt."
Hammonds recommends adding a modern accessory, such as a metallic bag or clutch, statement eye
frames, or even a metallic shoe that can go from day to night.
Some other ideas to give your wardrobe the fashion edge this spring? Consider a longer skirt (mid-calf
or upper ankle length), wearing a classic shirt untucked with the bottom several butt ۜ