Trend Forecast

I've been noticing a few trends for fall lately and I've also done a little research on what will officially be in style for the upcoming season. Here's the scoop:

1. Biker Chic (Add some edge to your wardrobe with black leather, metallics and chain detailing.)

2. Suede Pumps & Booties (I'm still not a fan of booties on everyone, but they're definitely not going anywhere soon.)

3. Prep School Style (Think plaid, blazers & uniform separates.)

4. Matte Nail Polish (I suggest investing in an inexpensive bottle of Essie's Matte About You and transforming the polishes you already have.)

All pieces from Forever 21
All shoes from Steve Madden
All clothing from Aeropostale
Nail Polishes by Zoya & OPI

What I'm Loving

There will be a full fashion & style forecast coming soon, but in the meantime...

Style Forecast for Summer '09: Part 2

My predictions for the second half of the season.

HOT

1. Vivid pink & coral (Especially nail polish and blush!)
2. Ruffles (Girly, yet sophisticated.)
3. Layered necklaces (Think small & simple pendants.)
4. Mineral powder foundation (Liquid makeup & humidity do NOT mix!)
5. Wedges (Dress up a summer frock in seconds!)

COLD

1. Peace signs (This trend is sooo overdone!)
2. Stirrup pants (Do I even need to say anything about this one?)
3. Bright lips (Try subtle nude/pink shades instead.)
4. White jeans (White pants in general are just impractical.)
5. Thin, over-tweezed eyebrows (These are NEVER hot!)

Style Forecast for Summer '09

My predictions for the upcoming season.

HOT

1. Lavender (especially nail polish and lipstick!)
2. Dresses* with ballerina flats, instead of flip flops (save the flops for the beach.)
3. Statement jewelry (try a chunky necklace or cocktail ring.)
4. Bold floral prints (too scared to rock 'em on all over? try a scarf instead!)
5. Full bangs (I think they're makin' a comeback!)

*Single-shoulder dresses have been all over the runways and are sure to be a top trend this summer!

COLD

1. Neon (I'm so sick of seeing neon colored shit everywhere!)
2. Metallic/patent leather-looking leggings (they're not flattering. on anyone.)
3. Frosted lips (I try to force myself into thinking they're pretty, but they're just so 80's!)
4. Super fake tans (with so many good products out there, why use the ones that turn you orange??)
5. One flat hair color (add some dimension for the summer!)

Style Forecast for Spring '09

Quite a few other bloggers have been doing "hot/not" or "in/out" lists lately, so I'm jumping on the bandwagon and putting my two cents in. I'll post a new list every month and/or season. Let me know what you think of my predictions!

HOT
1. Colorful summer dresses (with flip flops or gladiators)
2. Real designer pieces, at affordable prices (Vera Wang for Kohl's, Charlotte Ronson for JCPenney)
3. Big, natural-looking lashes
4. Grey (nail polish, skinny jeans, flats, etc.)
5. Long, "beachy" hair

COLD
1. Jumpsuits/Rompers (just please don't. ever. unless you're at home)
2. Fake designer purses (i gave all of my knockoffs to a consignment store. people can tell they're fake and I'd rather have a real one, even if i have to save for months to buy it!)
3. Glittery makeup (save it for halloween, girls)
4. Black (i love it, but let's bring some color back into our lives!)
5. Sharp, straight & short haircuts