{"id":103413,"date":"2017-02-17T16:18:50","date_gmt":"2017-02-17T22:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebudgetfashionista.com?p=103413&preview=true&preview_id=103413"},"modified":"2025-10-22T15:46:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T21:46:57","slug":"spring-fashion-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/spring-fashion-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"A look back: Spring fashion trends 2011-2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\r\n

Saying goodbye to the cold may feel pretty satisfying, but it’s not nearly as much fun as welcoming spring with a smile and some fresh, on-trend garments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Spring is most liberating shopping season of the year, too. It’s a time when we go bolder with color and pattern choices. We can expand or even contradict our “go-to” looks. We can go a little crazy, and simply chalk it up to spring fever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Here’s a look back at old spring fashion trends<\/a> from years past. And see our post on spring 2023 fashion trends<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2019 spring fashion trends<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

From brilliant hues to out-there prints, there was something for everyone in the 2019 mix. Here are eight of our favorite styles from the 2019 spring trends.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Scarf prints<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Was the scarf print ever not iconic? The beauty of its reemergence is that you now have full excuse to break out your inherited Pucci scarf or slip into the wrap dress you inherited from your mom\u2019s glam \u201870s wardrobe.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Scarf Print Dress, $49.99, Mango<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Or you could easily add something beautiful, like this scarf print dress ($49.99), to your closet.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Sweet butterflies<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

True, you\u2019re not in kindergarten anymore, but if the runways are any indication, we\u2019re all taking a little style inspo from the younger set this spring. One bit of evidence: the vibrant butterfly is trending, and that adds a little girlish charm to any look.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Butterfly\r\n
Olivia Burton 3D Butterfly Stud Earrings, $45, Nordstrom\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/g>\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n <\/clipPath>\r\n <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Try these sweet Olivia Burton 3D Butterfly Stud Earrings<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($45) to your rotation if you want to keep it low-key.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Fishnet everywhere<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You don\u2019t have to be an \u201880s rock vixen to step out in fishnets this season. An open weave gives them a more modern look, and looks a little more laid-back than the traditional style.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Fishnet\r\n
Steve Madden Openwork Tights, $9.97, Nordstrom Rack<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Try these Steve Madden Single Openwork Tights<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($9.97), which are adorned with gleaming stars for a fun touch.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Brilliant yellow<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The beauty of yellow is that it instantly perks up any outfit! You can easily turn drab to fab by adding a pop of the sunniest hue of the rainbow to your look.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Yellow\r\n
Floral Wrap Blouse, $59.50, LOFT <\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

This LOFT Floral Wrap Blouse<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($59.50) is a simple, head-turning top that also adds a pretty floral motif to the design for a fresh, seasonal design.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Cozy crochet<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The crochet of spring 2019 is definitely not your grandma\u2019s pick. The trend leans more resort-chic, with a cool, nonchalantly chic vibe that makes it perfect for your mid-season getaway.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Crochet\r\n
Tularosa Chunky Sleeve Sweater, $66, Revolve<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

This breezy Tularosa Chunky Sleeve Sweater ($66) features intricately crocheted sleeves that lend it a cozy look. Simply gorgeous in this modern cropped style.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6. New neons<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do you dare? Neon everything is pretty much everywhere this spring, and it\u2019s definitely not a look for the wallflowers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"pink\r\n
Ruched Chuck On Midi Dress, $48, ASOS<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you\u2019re bold enough to take the plunge, try something that\u2019s easy to dress up or down, like this ASOS Design Ruched Chuck-On Midi Dress ($48). Pair it with wedges or heels for a cute finishing touch.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7. Fiery magenta<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Think of magenta as a fresher alternative to red. It\u2019s just right for your springtime events \u2014 perfect for adding a rush of heat to your ensemble and great for wearing with anything from white to black.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Red\r\n
Bare High Heel Velvet Sandal, $89.50, Banana Republic<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

These Banana Republic Bare High Heel Velvet Sandals ($89.50) pack a punch with their pedi-baring open toes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

8. Dainty ruffles<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The ruffle has a tendency to look matronly if you aren\u2019t careful. But you can elevate your look with a contemporary take, as seen on this DKNY Ruffled One-Shoulder Top<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($47.40).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"White\r\n
DKNY Ruffled One-Shoulder Top, $47.40, Macy’s<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tuck it into skinny black pants, a sleek pencil skirt<\/a>, or throw it on with a pair of jeans and heels to shake up your look.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hello spring 2018 trends<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

As in years past, the spring summer ’18 runways predicted a fun line-up of fashion trends. Read on for some of our favorites, along with budget-friendly pieces you can work into your rotation now.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. This color makes me blush<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Big, bold primary colors will generally be a hit this spring, but fire engine red is one to watch. You can wear red on red, or easily pair red with grays, silvers, creams and blacks. Red and pink or red and orange are also successful combos, but not for the faint at heart.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Try adding a red trouser or red blazer to the mix this spring. Or, take a baby step with a bold red shoe.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Red\r\n
Liz Claiborne Classic Fit Emma Ankle Pant, $15, JCPenney<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"Red\r\n
Vince Camuto One-Button Blazer, $71, Neiman Marcus<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. It’s dazzling, really<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The sequin trend will continue this season. To avoid blinding your coworkers, save the sequins for dates and girls night out. These days, you can find fully sequined tops<\/a> and pants along with the usual suspects of sequined-adorned shoes and handbags.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Black\r\n
Boohoo Open Back Sequin Blouse, $23, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"Black\r\n
New Look Sequin Pants, $39, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Everyone’s favorite blue times two<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

’80s-inspired clothes are taking things to a new level as denim-on-denim outfits continue to trend high. The blue-times-two combo has long been a favorite street style look for celebrities<\/a> \u2014 and thankfully, it’s pretty easy to copy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The classic double-denim outfit is simply a chambray shirt, medium-tone jeans, a camel belt and camel boots. But I like to mix things up too. Once you’ve nailed the chambray top, go for a ruffle or wide-sleeved denim top for a little something different.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Chambray\r\n
Chambray Work Shirt, $30, C21<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"Dark\r\n
Emma Chambray Shirt, $50, White House Black Market<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. A clear winner<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The see-through trend is a thing, and it’s happening at a mall near you. From clear plastic bags to dress and tops featuring sheer panels and sleeves, transparency is having a moment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A plastic tote is your new weekend fun bag, and it comes with an added benefit. You won’t throw as much junk in there when you can see it all from the outside. Trust me on that one.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Clear\r\n
Clear Mini Tote Bag, $24, Urban Outfitters<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Or you can nod to the trend in a more subtle way with a sheer dress or top. This kaftan-style top is so feminine, you’ll love wearing it over a cami and your fav leggings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Sheer\r\n
Embroidered Sheer Dress, $69, Urban Outfitters<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Checks all the boxes<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We talked about the checked blazer in the fall, and now we’re talking about checked pants and vests in the spring. In these warmer months, get your checked fix in with sleeveless pieces or a crop pant. Be particular about checked minis though \u2014 too short and you might be dabbling with a trashy vibe.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Long\r\n
Alisha – Double-Breasted Check Long Vest, $44, Yesstyle<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"Checked\r\n
Checked Crop Pants, $24, Mango<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Spring fashion 2017 essentials<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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These spring fashion pieces are perfect for dinner with the girls, to the workplace if you’re in a business casual situation or anytime you want to step up your casual look. If you need to stock up on the basics, see this advice from our friends at GreekU.com.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. The girly top<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Michael Kors, Chloe and others brought flirty flowers to their spring ’17 designs \u2014 along with baby doll tops, lace and ribbons. The takeaway is that feminine is in, and in a big way. Nod to this trend by adding a few florals to your collection for spring. And since the next item on your shopping list is leggings, we’d suggest you go for at least one floral tunic.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Memory Tunic in Retro Floral, from $18, Modcloth<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"spring\r\n
Satin Tea Blouse in Japanese Floral, $19.50, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Leggings with style<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Hot pink leggings with integrated shoes<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> made their way into the Balenciaga collection, but we’re breaking that look down into a more wearable combo: bright leggings and sleek, open-toe booties<\/a>. This season, you can break out of the black leggings mold and experiment with new colors and fabrics. Corduroy or velvet, anyone?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Lysse Corduroy Leggings, $35.20, Nordstrom<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Velvet Leggings, $18.50, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Open-toe booties<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The open-toe bootie<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> is a classic that can accompany nearly any trendy piece. They’ll look as great with your fancy new leggings as they will with the jeans you bought three years ago. For ultimate wearability, look for styles with minimal embellishments \u2014 no fringe, no big buckles \u2014 and a sturdy block heel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"spring\r\n
Fergalicious Dazzle Peep Toe Bootie, $31.95, Shoes.com<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"spring\r\n
Vince Camuto Edora Open Toe Bootie, $118.95, Shoes.com<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Shirt dress<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

While feminine styles were aplenty, the runways also featured a selection of menswear-inspired pieces, like mechanic-style jumpsuits from Hermes and Vanessa Seward and a pinstriped shirt-dress from Alexander Wang. That’s your signal to add a shirt dress or two to your wardrobe. We like options made of crisp fabrics that are long enough to pair with a belt. And you get bonus points for pinstripes!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Vero Moda Pinstripe Belted Shirt Dress, $53, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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\"Spring\r\n
Cotton Shirt Dress with Oversized Cuff, $34.50 (on sale), ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Kimono Jacket<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The kimono jacket is a timeless wardrobe pick and close cousin to the shirt-dress-and-belt combo. This style nods to the trench coats<\/a>, cinched waists and belted robes (yes, that is a thing) that showed up in designer collections for the spring. Choose pieces with wide belts for the most impact.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"spring\r\n
Gestuz Missy Maxi Kimono Jacket, $96, ASOS<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fashion trends spring 2015<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Denim watch<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"side<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Tailored bell bottom jeans kicked skinnies to the curb. A good flare or a relaxed wide leg (bonus points for sailor buttons!) will get you far. Buy now, wear through fall.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to Budget Buy: Zara<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. To the max<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"side<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Chloe’s free-flowing, floor-sweeping dress silhouettes have officially caught on with the rest of the design world. Ethereal goddess vibes commence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to Budget Buy: Forever21<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Rock your body<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Sleeved or not bodysuits<\/a> have  taken over the top game. Leave the crop tops to the kids and show a little skin in this more sophisticated manner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to Budget Buy: Reformation<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Go-go moto<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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They don’t have to be neon or latex, but your leather boots<\/a> do need to be boxy and at least knee-high to nab the nostalgic nod.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where to Budget Buy: Nordstrom<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Spring 2013 Plus Size Trends<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Colorblocking<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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ASOS CURVE Pencil Skirt in Colorblock Stripe, ASOS Curve<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Accentuate your curves with bright and eye-focusing colors such as orange, pink, and blue. My friend loves this dress ($29.09) because it draws the eyes to your knees, which makes the entire outfit look lean and classy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6. Key-hole blouse<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Key-hole blouses show a bit of skin while keeping “everything in place.” I love the solids and patterns available at Old Navy<\/a> for just $29. The cut, fabric, and look paired with shorts or trousers are a win for any size.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7. FOREVER21<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Floral Print High-Low Dress, Forever 21<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

With an entire section devoted to plus-sized fashionistas, anything and everything here is always in-style and of-the-season. LOVE this floral dress for $27.70.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

8. Gap<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Usually offers plus-sized versions of the regular and petite apparels, for spring (and summer) a GAP shirt-dress is a win. Tying at your slimmest part (your waist!) this classy silhouette works for day or night!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2012 plus size spring fashion trends<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Photo Credit: NY Mag<\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Ok, we\u2019ll be honest, spring fashion is the furthest thing away from our minds right now (we are so into fall, hello orange!). But….. we did some spot some MAJOR trends during New York\u2019s Spring 2012 Fashion Week that got us crazy excited for the fashion outlook for plus size fashionistas. Check out our picks for best Spring 2012 trends for plus size women.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Peplum<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We think peplum is so underrated. It was popular in the 80\u2019s and we just love how womanly the style is, so we\u2019re glad to see it as a trend for next spring. Designers like Jason Wu, Rodarte, and Thakoon embraced the peplum trend on their spring runways. Peplum is perfect for highlighting the curves of plus size women as well as creating curves for plus size women who have more of a square or round shape.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Jibri plus size bubblegum peplum blazer, $120<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Crop tops<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Photo Credit: Fab Sugar<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

We see you giving us the side eye. Yes, plus size women can wear crop tops and look fabulous in them. Layer the top over a long tank or pair it with a pair of high-waisted pants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Alloy Zoey Top, $14.99<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Depending on your fashion courage level, plus size women don\u2019t have to expose their stomachs when wearing crop tops You can wear a crop top over a tank or a sleek dress. Even better, try one with a pair of high-waisted jeans.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Bold color blocked stripes<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"Colorblock<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Stripes continue to be a major trend for spring 2012, with designers like Richard Chai and Tadashi Shoji showcasing the trend in their Spring Fashion Week Shows. However, for Spring 2012, the stripes show up on more feminine silhouettes, like on full skirts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Faith21 plus, stripe knit dress with belt, $24.80<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Faith21 plus which is Forever 21\u2019s plus size collection offers a super chic striped black and teal dress. It\u2019s perfect for fall and will work for spring 2012.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Mesh<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"Mesh<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Cynthia Rowley, Alexander Wing, and Donna Karan added mesh pieces to their spring 2012 collections in the form of dresses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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ASOS, mesh panel dress $54.89<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

ASOS Curve offers a super sexy mesh panel body skimming dress in black up to size 22.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2011 spring trends<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Here\u2019s a little review of what was hot in 2011.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. High-waists and wide legs<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Meet your new day-to-night bestie. Spring\u2019s sleek \u201970s-inspired jeans look cool again after almost a decade of skinny-jean world domination. Wear \u2018em with wedge heels and a tucked-in top to look long and lean.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Perky prints, lots of them<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The whole anything-goes look continues to be a winner. Back in September, nearly every designer used this handy rule of thumb: Stick to one or two colors (or a few in the same family) when mixing and matching to avoid the crazy-lady look, but by all means, wear a floral dress, a patterned jacket and textured accessories, too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Something sheer<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The gauzy stuff was all over the Fashion Week runways way back in September. Our advice for wearing this trend in real life? Steer clear of the X-rated looks that leave nothing to the imagination. Wear a totally solid top over something sheer so you\u2019ve got a sexy, filmy layer peeking out underneath.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Crop tops<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Crop tops made a small impact last year, but they\u2019ve gained momentum for Spring 2011. This is very much a high-summer 2011 look, one great for the hottest of weather and party atmospheres, such as festivals. It\u2019s risky, but it\u2019s fabulous fashion, especially with your high-waisted wide legs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Japanese inspiration<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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One sure way to stand out in a crowd? Sport spring\u2019s vibrant Japanese-inspired pieces including obi belts, kimono-like coats and satiny pieces in festive blues and pinks (just not at the same time, or it looks too costume-y).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6. Neutrals<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Sand, buff, beige\u2014call it whatever you want, but we\u2019ve seen boatloads of clothes in barely there pales on the spring runways. If you think wearing neutral shades head to toe will wash you out (or make you look naked) wear another color up top like always-chic black or a flattering red.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7. Preppy accessories<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Dig through Mom\u2019s (or Grandma\u2019s) closet to find oldies but goodies such as ladylike watches, woven bracelets, tasseled loafers and a natty striped tote. Wear these once-out-of-date accessories all together (the more the merrier!) and look totally 2011.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

8. Citrus hues<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Orange ya glad vibrant citrus hues are big for spring! Okay, so that was lame, but seriously, we\u2019re especially psyched because the hot new color makes updating last summer\u2019s cobalt and aquamarine clothes a total cinch.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

9. The 60s<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Win major cuteness points in the tricky First Impressions round by wearing a hip A-line-shape coat in a bright, cheeky color. 60\u2019s inspired looks are super ladylike, accentuating curves and fostering femininity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

10. Comfort<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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So long, bandage dresses! Arrivederci, can\u2019t-sit-down short shorts! Michael Kors told said, \u201cIt\u2019s time to get rid of all those painful heels and too-tight dresses.\u201d Come spring, stores will be chock-full of looser, easy-breezier shapes like long, billowy blouses and swingy dresses. All we can say is Phew!<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Saying goodbye to the cold may feel pretty satisfying, but it’s not nearly as much fun as welcoming spring with a smile and some fresh, on-trend garments. Spring is most liberating shopping season of the year, too. It’s a time when we go bolder with color and pattern choices. We can expand or even contradict… Read More »A look back: Spring fashion trends 2011-2019<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":112364,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":70,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[257,303933,295],"class_list":["post-103413","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fashion-trends","tag-leggings","tag-spring-and-summer-style","tag-tops-blouses"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":112364,"thumbnail_uri":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/spring-fashion-300x157.jpg"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103413","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=103413"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/103413\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/112364"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=103413"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=103413"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=103413"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}