Spring Fashion Trends for 2012

  Are you looking for the Top Spring Fashion Trends for 2012? Then you've come to the right place! The Spring 2012 runways were filled with bright colors, bold stripes, wild prints, ruffles, fringe, caftan dresses, boho tops, one-piece swimsuits and trouser jeans. If you want to find out what fashion trends to watch out for this Spring 2012, then check out my following up-to-date fashion report!

Not only has color made a huge appearance, but so have wacky and colorful prints, as well as color blocking and mixing mixed prints. Designers this season really stepped out of the box with fearless combinations of bright colors in bold prints on everything from dresses to swimwear to handbags. Also, animal print shoes are a huge European Fashion trend right now, which means it will be huge this Spring 2012.

Will you add some bold, colorful pieces to your wardrobe for this Spring 2012? As someone who normally favors black, I'm really excited to brighten up my wardrobe this Spring!

Cropped Jackets ~ Spring Fashion Trend

Spring Fashion Trends

 Cropped Jackets are a Top Spring Fashion Trend for 2012. For me, I just find that the Cropped Jacket really pulls an outfit together, like this MICHAEL Michael Kors Women's Updated Basic Leather Jacket. Also, Cropped Jackets are really flattering, because they help define your waist. This Spring & Summer 2012, I believe the focus really is on defining the waist and really showing off our womanly curves.

Bold Stripes ~ Spring Fashion Trend

Spring Fashion Trends

 Adding some Bold Stripes will really liven up your wardrobe this Spring & Summer. What makes stripes bold? Well, wide stripes in rich colors like yellows, reds and blues like this piece from Jason Wu's Collection. Not only are Bold Stripes a hot upcomingWinter Fashion Trend, but look for this trend to continue into Spring, as well.

Colorful Prints ~ Spring Fashion Trend

Spring Fashion Trends

 Not only are Colorful Prints a Top Spring Fashion Trend for 2012, but mixing different prints in different colors is to.

70's Inspired Jeans ~ Jeans Trends 2012

2012 Jeans Trend ~ Spring Fashion Trends

 After endless season's the controversial Skinny Jean, I'm proud to report the 70's Inspired High-Waisted, Flared-Leg is a hot Jean Trend for 2012 But, for Spring 2012, look for easy, fluid fabrics like the above pair of Trouser Jeans from Derek Lam.

One-Piece Swimsuit ~ Spring Fashion Trends

Spring Fashion Trends

Caftan Dresses ~ Spring Fashion Trend

Spring Fashion Trends

 Caftan Dresses will be the perfect addition to your wardrobe for this Spring 2012. Not only will they make the perfect swimwear cover-up for the upcoming swimsuit season, but you can use them as a layering piece for everyday wear. Consider wearing them with leggings underneath. So, if you've been wondering how to wear leggings, remember the easiest way is to wear them under a dress, such as this
beautiful Twilight Caftan from Joie.

Long Skirts ~ Spring Fashion Trends

Spring Fashion Trends

 Look for Long Maxi Skirts to be a huge trend this Spring & Summer. I'm personally very excited about this trend, because, not only is is easy to wear, but it's so versatile, in that, you can go from day & night in an instant! While the pulling off the look sounds easy, there are a few tips to consider for an effortless appeal. Most significantly, what to wear on top? Luckily, there's quite a few options, including a 1-piece swimsuit, a cropped top, tucking a tank dress inside and cinching the look with a belt are definitely my favorite pairings.

European Fashion Trends

Check out the Top European Fashion Trends...

 Are you wondering what the top European Fashion Trends to look for this Spring/Summer 2012? Well, with the summer festival and concert season coming up, 70's Influences like Long Tassled Handbags, Breezy Tribal Print Dresses, Flared Trousers, Retro Floral Print Dresses and Rompers, Short Crochet Dresses all paired with "I don't take myself too seriously" Sunglasses will definitely be the top trends to look for.

I just got back from Germany, where the trendy girls still favor leggings under skirts, rompers and even shorts. For warmer weather, though, look for shorter cropped leggings and even biker shorts. Also, a huge legging trend in Berlin right now is naturally ripped or torn leggings, which definitely parallels the edginess of Berlin. In Munich I noticed many fashionable girls wearing little dresses and rompers with defined waist bands, paired with cropped sweaters and shoulder bags.

Also, look for Rockstar Influences like Black Skinny Jeans paired with Simple Tee's and Leather Jackets.

What's the Hottest Color for Spring?

Canary Yellow!

As mentioned, the Spring/Summer 2012 Runways are expected to be filled with vibrant colors featured on everything from summer dress to rompers to swimwear. So, if there's just one color I can recommend adding to your wardrobe this season, it's Canary Yellow! Not only is it clean and fresh, but it exudes confidence. It's really simple to incorporate Canary Yellow into your wardrobe, it can be as simple as this tee shown above, as trendy as some of the pieces shown below.

Spring Jackets for Women

Spring Fashion Trends 2012

Now that the weather has warmed up, you can finally store that heavy winter jacket. But, do you have a lightweight Spring Jacket to replace it? If not, you should know the top trend for Spring Jackets this season is the Trench Coat.

Plus-Size 1-Piece Swimwear

Spring Fashion Trends

 As mentioned above, one of top Swimwear Trends this Spring & Summer is the 1-Piece Swimsuit. For beautiful Plus-Size 1-Piece Swimsuits, check out Swimsuits for All. They truly specialize in offering plus size women the best swimsuit selection anywhere, including this Fractured Bandeau/Tank Plus Size Swimsuit by Beach Belle®. The fractured print plus shirred bodice visually slim the torso for a slender silhouette. Other support features include a tummy control panel that slims the waist, and a soft molded shelf bra that comfortably fits up to a D/DD cup.

Long Skirts ~ Spring Fashion Trends

Spring Fashion Trends

 Look for Long Maxi Skirts to be a huge trend this Spring & Summer. I'm personally very excited about this trend, because, not only is is easy to wear, but it's so versatile, in that, you can go from day & night in an instant! While the pulling off the look sounds easy, there are a few tips to consider for an effortless appeal. Most significantly, what to wear on top? Luckily, there's quite a few options, including a 1-piece swimsuit, a cropped top, tucking a tank dress inside and cinching the look with a belt are definitely my favorite pairings.