Gear up for Spring with HQ’s new fashion section.
By Erica Deligne
HQ 89 | SPRING 2015
Spring … the season of rising temperatures, singing robins and blooming flowers all imparting new beginnings – and new life to every woman’s wardrobe. As Spring arrives, most of us women begin analyzing our closets to give validation to current items. While spring is a time for rejuvenation, don’t jump the gun on removing all sweaters and fall colors. The 2015 spring season (SS15) trends are accepting of almost all color tones and hues of the color palette. The SS15 runway shows have top designers featuring everything from bold colors with color blocking details at Balmain and Alexander Wang to monochromatic looks in pale pastels at Balenciaga and BCBG Max Azria, as well as decadent rich fall colors with retro vibes at Saint Laurent and Gucci.
So, what’s a woman to do with all of these choices of color? Be creative. Mix seasonal wardrobes together. Hold over some of those lightweight sweaters and fall-colored skirts and trousers, then make a list of items you need to complete a look for SS15.
The following are highlighted trends of SS15: gingham print; kimono; ’70s-inspired and high-waist pants; suede and fringe; all black and white combinations, as well as blue and white; jogger pants and culottes; monochromatic detailing; midi-length skirts; urban military chic; and lastly, the obi belt, which is a knotted belt around the waist.
To make things easier for the local fashionista, you can shop the following looks I’ve put together for SS15 from Huntington’s local boutique, Village Collection. Until next season, enjoy!
MILITARY INSPIRED
- JOE’S jeans: $179
- Sanctuary jacket: $149
- R.D. Style white button down: $62
- Sam Edelman booties: $130
- Cezar Mizrahi Designs book bag: $225
- La Mer watch: $110
- Golden Stella belt: $18
- Little Hawk necklace: $51
- Golden Stella rings: $24
THE JOGGER PANT
- Bella Dahl jogger pants: $150
- Gypsy shirt: $165
- Patricia Luca blazer: $180
- Seychelles sandal: $130
- Foley and Corinna purse: $425
BLACK & WHITE
- French Connection shirt: $98
- BB Dakota jogger pants: $78
- Seychelles two-strap sandal: $130
- Foley & Corinna purse: $325
- BCBG Max Azria earrings: $58
- La Mer watch: $110
THE GINGHAM PRINT
- Splendid top: $138
- BCBG Max Azria denim skirt: $158
- Sam Edelman gladiator sandals: $100
- Michael Stars hat: $48
- Hobo mini book bag: $188
- Little Hawk necklace: $51
- Golden Stella rings: $24
RETRO VIBES: ’70s INSPIRED
Model: Erica
- BCBG Max Azria cropped denim top: $158
- 1 State romper: $138
- Sam Edelman gladiator sandals: $100
- Cleobella fringe clutch: $159
- Michael Stars hat: $54
- La Mer watch: $110
- Vanessa Mooney earrings: $66
- stud bracelet: $110
- small arrow bracelet: $84
Model: Beck
- Uncle Frank dress: $113
- Cleobella fringe purse: $398
- Jeffrey Campbell sandals: $190
- Golden Stella hoops: $12
THE KIMONO DRESS
- BCBG Max Azria “Bryna” dress: $248
- Jenny Bird earrings: $60
- Liza Kim bracelet: $11
THE MIDI SKIRT
- Sam Edelman skirt: $149
- Sam Edelman deco top: $79
- Jeffery Campbell pumps: $145
- Mary Frances purse: $152
- Golden Stella pyramid stud earrings: $11
- bracelet: $20
For more style advice from Erica, visit her blog, Delightfully Deligne, at www.delightfullydeligne.com.
Instagram account: delightfully_deligne
Twitter: DelDeligne
Hair by Elise Lycans from Luxe Salon.
Models: Erica Deligne and Beck Yewchuk
