Back to the Future....

I can hardly believe that the 80’s is now officially considered “vintage”. Wikipedia defines “Vintage Clothing” as clothing that was popular from the 1920’s thru the 1980’s….. In the true words of the 80’s “gag me with a spoon…”
I’m certain many of you have received an email forward titled…”You Might Be A Child Of The 80’s If…”
- You remember when MTV played videos
- You owned an Atari
- You remember when family TV consisted of Happy Days, Laverne and Shirley, etc…

Well, children of the 80’s, BEWARE….The 80’s are back and they're back in full swing… Fashion wise that is…

European Designers showed their resort collections in early June of this year. These collections won’t hit the stores until November and December, but are consistently an excellent indication of the direction trends will be going for Spring 2010…and that direction is “Back to the Future”.

Everything from neon colors to exaggerated shoulders are being shown in Resort collections. Leggings are still key as are one shoulder tops and dresses like we saw for Fall and Summer.

Don’t be too frightened, you can stay on top of the trends without dressing too much like Linda Evans on “Dynasty” .

The Resort and Holiday Collections you will see in your favorite stores will be some of the 80’s trends with a 2009/2010 twist on them. No need to fret, you do not need to go out and buy removable shoulder pads to add to every outfit. Shoulders will simply be slightly emphasized, which creates dimension and slenderizes the body. Leggings as we’ve talked about in the past are still an important staple in the wardrobe. Color is key…there is not need to run out and buy all neon colored tops; infact, please don’t go there…but pops of color are very important. The key colors are pinks(fuscia), greens, oranges and yellows. Shirts of to the knee and shorter and pencil skirts are very important. Look to see dresses that look like separates and separates that look like dresses. Asymmetrical zipper biker jackets with a feminine edge are HOT for Resort, as are tops with sheer arms. Think Rocker Chic meets the Upper East Side…a little something for everyone…

Go ahead and admit it….you are at least a little excited to see some of the 80’s fashions hit the runways and street ways again…

soooo... after a “Cruel Summer”, get ready to “Take on me” and “Relax” while you are “Footloose” and on the “borderline” of the “Holiday” where you can be a “PYT (Pretty Young Thing).

~Fashions Fade, Style is Forever~

pictured Derek Lam, Resort 2009 Collection

Go Ahead….show a little LEG….

pictured: LnA

Leggings are the “it” purchase for Spring. Some hated this 80’s trend, but try it out – they can be cute, comfortable and sexy - - the perfect combination!

Leggings range from chic and inexpensive available from XCVI for only $50 to Maggie Ward Leggings featuring custom designed fabrics for $195.

You heard me right… the 80’s are back… first belts, then slight shoulder pads, and now leggings. Wear then with high heels, flats, ankle boots, wedges…pretty much anything goes!

All sizes can sport this trend, just pleeeease wear them in a way that is “perfect” for your body type. Yes, there will be fashionistas that sport them with long fitted tees and they will look hot and oh so hip, but BEWARE – that look isn’t for everyone. Some other great ways to wear leggings are layered with a long tunic or blouse or even as an accessory with short dress.

Talk about a fun way to spice up your wardrobe, treat yourself to a new pair of leggings and Rock ‘em…

ZZ Top said it best in 1981 with … “She’s got legs, she knows how to use them.”