ALL IN THE DETAILS: Spring Layers

Spring is vastly approaching which means everyone’s favorite season, summer, is just as near. But, what about that awkward in-between weather? You know the kind that is sunny but too cool for shorts and tanks, or brisk but just not enough for a summer dress and flip flops? It has to be the biggest elephant in the room, have no fear, our fashion fix is here! It prime time for layering! This trend is chic, timeless, and functional. As Fashionistas and Fashionistos we can layer up to keep warm from the cool and layer down by removing a item of clothing. Simple and effective, as some fashion should be.

Check out this Fashionista and her layered look. Her base items include a pair of black ankle jeans, a must have in every closet, with a fatigue colored blouse. Layered on top she used a tan colored sweater, and completed her layers with a Burberry scarf, large enough to wrap several times, which is old trick in the book to add some volume and drama! The look was completed with black ankle booties, simple accessories like her Rosary, eye glass frames, and larger than life curls.

How To: Get this go to look with your favorite fashion items surely available in your closet. Ladies, start with a great base. Pair a good pair of ankle skinny jeans with a loose fitted boyfriend T-shirt. Complete the look with an over sized duster sweater and scarf. Pair it with your favorite booties. For a more layered effect add a long tank underneath the shirt. Accessorize the look by playing up the layer theme more with layered necklaces. Fellows, try a similar look with a great pair of denim, a button-down shirt, with a sweater on top. Keep all items slightly loose fitted. Choose a funky pair of sneakers or boots to pair with your look. Go even further and tie a shirt around the waist for more layering and drama.

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