RANDOM: Trend

This is the second post in the May edition of RANDOM Magazine.

Hello :)

Today I'll be teaching you the fashion trend in's and out's of spring/summer 2012.

Things in italic are IN things underlined are OUT.

Let's start with colors!

2012 is all about color but that doesn't mean neutrals/black and white are out, you know what is though? Gray. Tangerines and mint greens are the essential colors of the year but neons are still standing strong. Of metallics, gold is currently in and silver is going out.

Now we'll move on to patterns and fabrics.

Stripes, Florals, Bold prints, and Lace are currently rocking the runways and the streets while animal prints are growing old.

Let's talk accessories!

Pearls are the must-haves of the season, but other in accessories include nature-inspired, big & bold, and of course the statement collar. As for the out, they are suspenders and cowboy hats.

Bottoms:

Jeans are in when they're colored but out when they are cropped/too short- a simply solution to this is folding them. Skirts are trendy when either maxi or mini so try to avoid midi. As for shorts, it's in to have them long or highwaisted, but out to have them just plain short.

Tops:

Peplum is currently rising not only in tops, but also skirts and dresses. Out are the days of too long tops/tunics.

Dresses

When wearing dresses, it's all about great fit, highlighting your strenghts, and hiding your weaknesses so avoid dresses that don't fit or overwhelm you. There are so many dress trends that it would take too long to tell you, but the timeless classic is the LBD.

Further reading: If you want a dress to match you refer to this.

Shoes!!!

Shoes are all about being comfy yet stylish, so uncomfortable shoes/heels are totally out, while kitten heels are totally in. In boots, uggs are out and cut-out booties are in.

Bags:

Say goodbye to the time when bags should match you shoes and outfit! Your bag should pop while still looking great that's why bright clutches are in. Another bag trend I want to tell you about is reptile leather!

It looks like this post is coming to an end, so let me tell you the in and out styles!

Colorblocking, athletic chic and graphic prints are looking great both on the runway and off! As for styles you should avoid? looking too matching (head-to-toe denim, all animal print, etc).

I guess that's all for now, thank you for reading! :)
Love, Hannah...<3

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2 words: Maxi Skirt

Aloha viewers! Want more fashion tips, trends, and styles? Well today is your lucky day ;)

As it says above, today I will be giving you tips on the famous Maxi Skirt! So before I tell you the tips, I will be showing you my outfit showcasing this trend.

Outfit 1:

Tank - Old Navy
Skirt - Unkown

Earrings - Accessorize

Bracelet - Unknown

Shoes - Snoopy

Trend:

Maxi Skirt

- Versatile, comfortable, down-to-earth, and boho-chic.

- Looks good on everyone not just models. Your height and weight don't matter-anyone can wear a maxi skirt.

- I personally am really into this trend, not only does it look fabulous, but makes you look taller(being a petite girl myself). If you're still unsure if you should try this trend, keep reading, I promise I'll convince you.

~ Tips

Choose your design. Like all skirts, they can come in different colors and fabrics. Some examples of fabrics are lace, denim, and even feathers(but this one should stay on the runway)! I chose this for a beach-y, summer-y feel.
Keep it balanced. To keep your outfits balanced remember that loose shirts go with tight tops, and tight skirts go with looser tops. The skirt I'm wearing is pretty loose so I went with a tight tank top.
Take a risk. Experiment, you never know what looks great on you until you try it.
Ways to wear:

> With a crop top. A high-waisted maxi looks great with a crop top.

> With a belt. If you wear a belt you can leave the top either tucked or untucked, but make sure to keep the belt on your natural waist(where your belly button is)

> With a blouse. A maxi skirt looks great with a blouse, even though a blouse is loose.

> Try color blocking. You can wear a plain maxi skirt with a plain top of a contrasting color for a take on the color blocking trend.

> Be creative. Because maxi skirts are so long, you can turn most anything into a top, whether its a dress, a bathing suit, or even another skirt.

How do you wear your maxi skirt? Leave a comment below on how you wear your maxi skirt.

Hopefully this post encouraged you to try out this trend. Do you have any trends you want me to give tips on? Leave a comment. Thank you for reading :)

Love, Hannah... <3

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