Spring is the season of new beginnings with early daffodils blooming, buds beginning to show, and fresh growth peeking through the cold, barren ground ready to start a brand new year. After a long cold, dreary winter we welcome the sunshine bringing warmer temperatures that allow for more outside activities.

You probably are just as excited as I am about shedding your heavier clothing in dark colors for lighter, brighter pieces!  It’s the perfect time to clear out the old as you reassess your winter things and rediscover your spring and summer wardrobe.  Also, organizing your closet simplifies your life by making it easier for you to get ready for any occasion. Wouldn’t it be empowering to have a closet that only contains pieces that fit and flatter you to take the worry out of what to wear? Now you’ll walk confidently into any room or situation knowing that you can hold your own.

Now let’s look at the top 10 styles and colors for 2023 that might inspire you to give your spring outfits some pizazz!

• “Viva Magenta” is bold, feminine, strong, and unapologetically attention seeking. According to the creator, this hottest new color is inspired by nature, especially the red of the cochineal insect used in natural dyes. “Viva magenta” is perfect for intentional statement dressing by adding a pop of color to neutrals.  For those daring fashionistas, go for a head-to-toe monochrome magenta look to make a grand entrance!
• Purple Hues- One of the biggest color trends from last year prevails again!  Lilac once again adorns everything from casual separates to special occasion pieces and it seems that purple tones across the spectrum are here to stay.
• Bright Yellow- Significant amounts of yellow add sunshine to the spring wardrobe. This sunny style might not be the easiest to pull off, but it is guaranteed to brighten your day and put a spring in your step. Everyone can wear yellow; you just need to think about how to make this tricky hue work universally. To keep the color away from your face look for a sleek skirt, pants, or a yellow bag .
• Spring Suiting- Tailoring is becoming more popular again in contrast with the softer, slouchier shapes that have recently dominated the scene.  Soft pastels, shades of blues,greens, and grays, command the suiting landscape.
• Ruffles – This feminine trend has been featured for a few seasons from big skirts to big sleeves. The explosion of ruffles expresses a desire to be more present and noticeable to let your style shine. if you’re not sure a multi-tiered frock is right for you, opt for smaller ruffle detailing on blouses and skirt hems.
• Knee-Length – Hemlines go up and down and many designers chose a classic knee-length this season.  You probably have a classic pencil skirt in your closet, just pair it with contemporary jewelry and sandals for a modern look.
• Polka Dots – Polka dots are a perennial pattern that are always be on trend. You could add a polka dot blouse to your jeans or wear a dot dress to your summer events.
  Short Jackets – Crop jackets can be very flattering and can balance your figure by making your torso look shorter and your legs longer.  Simply wear them with a longer top for an interesting, layered look.
• Dropped Waist – This trend creates the opposite effect of the crop jacket. A drop waist will give you the look of a longer torso and shorter legs, so if you have long legs, it’s easier to wear. The style that suits you completely depends on your figure and where you want to achieve your balance.
• Stunning Stripes – Just like polka dots, stripes are a staple. You can use stripes to create visual balance. Wear vertical stripes to look taller and slimmer. If you want to create balance and make your bottom or top half look wider in comparison to the rest of your figure, wear horizontal stripes.

I’d really love to hear from you! Are you ready to refresh and add some ‘oomph’ to your spring wardrobe? What trends appeal to you? What’s your favorite spring color? Can you wear pastels? Are you happy about the knee length hemlines?