For me, my view on the importance of following trends goes both ways. For instance I don’t think people should have to be “slaves” to the trends each season brings (unless they want to!), people should be able to wear whatever they like despite whether it’s trendy or not. And that’s typically how I am, if I like something I’ll wear it. I’m not one to wear something just because it is trendy. But I do think there is some value in being aware of the trends designers and people bring forth each season, for they serve as wardrobe inspiration and can be quite fun to participate in.
Anyway where this post is going though, despite my mixed views on trends I thought I’d share briefly just some of things for spring I love and look forward to wearing that can be considered trendy.
- Midi Skirts – They’ve been quite relevant I feel for a few months prior now, but they’ll be even bigger now in the spring. Midi skirts in any and every silhouette and color! My favorite one from the spring 2014 runway though is the one down below by Proenza Schouler. I’ve still not found one yet for myself that I both love and can afford!
- Button Ups – Of course buttons up shirts are and always will be a classic, but for this spring at least they’ve taken on many different forms. Cropped, as dresses, or as a part of a suit, there are many different takes on the classic. My favorite take on it though is the look below by Alexander Wang. But for this spring I for sure plan on wearing a button down shirt dress.
- Birkenstock-esque Sandals – Seems a bit strange but that’s really the best way I can describe it. I’ve been stealing my mom’s Birkenstocks for years, but this spring they take on a new life. I’ve seen some types of Birkenstock looking sandals just about everywhere from Topshop and Zara, to H&M, all with there own twist (ex. added height, metallic finish, jewels/embellishments, etc.).
- Other (more seemingly common already) things I love – boxy fitting tops, metallic, added embellishments, athletic details (in non-athletic wear), pleated skirts, matching printed sets, and still of course boyfriend fit things like shorts and jeans.
Again, these are just some of the things I like personally for spring, and it’s not even half the different trends out there right now. I do have to admit thinking about it more now; this season I’m really more into and liking the trends going on. But that may change, I might not like most of the trends for this upcoming fall! Who knows? That’s what so great about fashion it is always changing leaving plenty of things to like and dislike each season.
How do you feel about trends – do you try to follow them all? Ignore them all? Are you 50/50 like me? Anything you’re looking forward to wearing this spring?
Catherine
