Is it Too Soon to Talk About Spring?

Absolutely not!
This is the time to plan for the next season of life, clothing, and closets.

Every January I pick a phrase that I will focus on to help guide me through the transitions in my wardrobe, and to be ready for the next season. I know it’s already March.

This is it!
“Wear What I Own”

What! You ask? Yes!

Bodies change; lifestyles change, jobs change, and fashion is constantly evolving. That is what makes building and maintaining the “right” wardrobe so fun! Starting with what you already own helps define the roadmap to build a lasting, timeless wardrobe.

Trends in general

Let’s talk about trends as we shed our sweaters (unless they are lightweight cashmere). When I was in France last fall, I had expected to see some obvious trends to report back on. The surprising thing is I could not come up with a definite trend to share.

I guess that makes sense. In our part of the world, “we” are on a continuum of looking for the next shiny object, so to speak. Maybe it is a fear of missing out or feeling behind? Especially for those of us that keep an eye on these very important (Ha!) Fashion trends. In France, I saw both men and women owning their fantastically put-together styles. Not forced, and not necessarily “On Trend.”

Confidence was the trend.

If any of you are watching the series “Love Story” about the romance of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, you will see her effortless elegance. As she is styled in neutral basics and her confidence. Bessette is stunning with less and not more.

I believe we can strike a balance as seasons change, and invest in classic basics that are just the “right fit” for your body type and season in life. Those of you who get bored with the basics, here are a few of my nuanced spring ideas.

Elbow sleeve tees

Shrunken short sleeve sweaters

Sheer anything

Rugby polo tops