Top Spring 2012 Trends From New York Fashion Week

Donna Karan Spring 2012 Collection

Hey there fashion lovers! Even though most people are still figuring out their Fall wardrobe, it’s time to get more acquainted with Spring-wear because before you know it, snow will be melting and flowers will be back in bloom. From the sporty theme to vivacious prints and everything else in between, here is the 411 on some of the top Spring trends for 2012.

First up is colorblocking. There has been some serious colorblocking seen on the runways and colorblocking always adds that oomph factor! Don’t be afraid to bring a little color into your lives. Colorblocking brought a structural feel to soft Spring silhouettes. BCBG, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Narciso Rodriguez are just a few collections that introduced that trend for the Spring.

Narciso Rodriguez Spring 2012 Collection

Next is the sporty look. Anyone want to go for a run? Whether or not you’re athletic, this look is very accessible. Everyone has those days when they don’t feel like dressing up and would rather wear a hoodie and sweatpants. This was seen as the most dominant trend on the catwalk during New York Fashion Week. There were anoraks, mesh, hoodies, and plenty of surf looks. Someone will be prepared to ride the waves when the warm weather comes back around!

Victoria Beckham's Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

The ’20s are making a comeback! As the saying goes, “History repeats itself,” and it sure does. The bold, newly independent woman of the 1920s served as inspiration for sparkly outfits. Some included Tory Burch, Ralph Lauren, and Marc Jacobs as well.

Marc Jacobs Spring 2012 Collection

Moving along, it’s time to bring that WOW factor! Prints, prints, prints! Prints dominated the runways, from animal to floral and everything else in between, prints aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Designers looked afar for inspiration which resulted in rich, global prints with earth tones and an exotic feel for Spring. Also, elaborate floral prints had a wild time on the runway, seen in head-to-toe styles. Some of these collections included Jason Wu, Michael Kors, LAMB, and Donna Karan.

Michael Kors Spring 2012 Collection

Lastly, colors like orange, seafoam green and white were making statements on the runway. White makes a powerful statement, seafoam green is pretty mellow, but doesn’t go unnoticed, and orange added a pop of color. Also, seafoam green is a pastel color, which makes it surprisingly easy to wear. With emphasized loose shapes and beautiful drapes, white added to the textured, flowing looks. Even if orange is too daring or difficult to wear as an outfit, an orange accessory can add a lot to any wardrobe.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2012 Collection

Fall’s wardrobe may be live now, but come Spring, it’ll be even livelier!