Spring takes shape: what looks new now? Contrast! Billowing tops and tight leggings. Big sleeves and a cinched waist. GL breaks it down and shows you the easy ways to get it right.Bold tunic over skinny, zippered zip·pered adj. 1. Having or equipped with zippers or a zipper: a coat with zippered pockets. 2. Closed or fastened with or as if with a zipper. pants Break up a head-to-toe fitted look with fun detailing, like sleeves with some elbow room and open zippers. Sneaks with pretty patterns (love the hearts!) give your outfit a girl-on-the-go touch. So cute, will travel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kimono kimono Garment worn by Japanese men and women from the Early Nara period (645–724) to the present. The essential kimono is an ankle-length gown with long, full sleeves and a V-neck. sleeves and a nipped waist Kimono-style tops are most flattering when they're fitted in the middle. Just add accessories in all the right places--a bracelet with a ribbon ties the look together. Perfect for dinner with the girls or a first date with your crush. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Apron dress with girly girl·y adj. Variant of girlie. legwear Want to don a bright flouncy dress and not look like you're 6? Wear it with punchy punch·y adj. punch·i·er, punch·i·est 1. Characterized by vigor or drive: "He speaks in short, punchy sentences, using plain, populist words that excite" socks colorful leggings leg·ging n. 1. A leg covering usually extending from the ankle to the knee and often made of material such as leather or canvas, worn especially by soldiers and workers. 2. leggings a. and animal-print shoes. A white tank underneath prevents a plunging neckline neckline The line that connects the two lowest points on the intermediate declines of a head-and-shoulders chart pattern. In an inverted head-and-shoulders formation, the neckline connects the two intermediate tops. from showing too much skin. Sail away with lots of curls and a fun headband. Your school's spring dance has never seen anything this fashionable! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ballet-inspired wrap over a short smock dress Fashion's answer to still-chilly nights? A delicate pink wrap sweater--this spring's version of your favorite cardigan. The finishing touches? Thermals with a precious print keep legs warm, and a bold necklace gives your outfit a kiss of glam. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bold belt over two dresses Feeling adventurous? Layer two spring dresses. Here's how to make it work: First, pull on solid-color leggings. Next, top with an airy dress that falls below the knee. Over that, layer a garden-print dress with a higher hemline hem·line n. 1. The bottom edge of a skirt, dress, or coat. 2. The height of the edge of such a garment, measured from the floor. . The icing on the cake? Simple shoes and a bright belt that cinches your outfit together. You fashionista, you. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Denim vest over a detailed tunic Topping a tunic with a vest gives it a fitted, super-flattering shape. Don't fret about matching (or clashing!) with jeans. Instead, throw on striped Bermudas to welcome warmer weather. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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