Spring Trend # 2: Mixed Print

Mixed print is definitely for the style savy and bold. If done right, mixed print can look effortless and chic... just check out  Solange Knowles above mixing print in a Diane von Furstenberg suit.



Here is some affordable inspiration on how you can wear mixed print this spring:

Clockwise: Shirt-Topshop ($38);  Bracelets-Madewell ($8.50);  Skirt-Warehouse ($80);  Shoes-Aldo ($55);  Clutch- Asos ($21.49);  Blazer- Talula ($98)

Spring Trend #1 // Clarity

For some, the highlights of spring consist of sunny days and nice temps.... for me it's an excuse to update my wardrobe!  Spring's latest trends are in, the next step is getting the hottest looks of the runway into your closet... on a budget of course!!


The spring season is all about clear accessories...
     
         Dries Van Noten // Spring 2012

                          Closet Budgets


Stuart Weitzman // $106.50                Aldo // $24.98

               Marni// Spring 2012

                 Closet Budgets

WAH WAH Ray Earrings//$76.00        H&M Necklace// $5.95


               Valentino // Spring 2012

                 Closet Budget
Topshop// $12.00                       Furla// $198

        Rag & Bone// Spring 2012

               Closet Budget
Asos// $21.49                                                                       Topshop// $32.00

NYFW Looks For Less

New York Fashion Week is underway and celebs are hitting the tents with fierce fashion.  Lets check out  some of their looks for less...


ZOE KRAVITZ                                                                            CLOSET BUDGET
What:Wool Jacket                    What: Leather & Cotton Jacket
Brand: The Row                      Brand: Sachin & Babi 
Price: $3,100                       Price: $185.50
                                

ZOE SALDANA    What: Silk Floral Trousers                Brand:Prabal Gurung  Price: * $1,199

CLOSET BUDGET     What: Cotton Floral Trousers                  Brand: Dolce & Gabana     Price: $396

ANGELA SIMMONS What: Over-the-Knee Buckle Boot Brand: Giuseppe Zanotti Price: $1,650

CLOSET BUDGET         What: Thigh High Platform Boot         Brand: Charlotte Russe         Price: $45.50

Style Wedge

As spring approaches, there is no need to break the bank to stay on trend for the upcoming season. What seems to be spring's "must-have" is a slingback wedge. Here are two of the season's trendy items... one may break the bank but the other is a definite closet budget.


Bank Breaker                              Closet Budget
What: Peep Toe Leather Wedge      What: Winona Square Toe Wedges

Brand:Chloe                       Brand:Topshop

Price:$945                        Price:$160