Blink and spring will be here (so I’m hoping for MAD collective blinks because I am NOT looking forward to getting back to NYC later this month and the weather is all cold and wilderness-like) and with a new season comes a new set of trends. Looking at some of the runway shows, it isn’t always apparent to everyone how to translate a trend into your real-life wardrobe and this is exactly where I come in ;)

Let’s go over some of spring 2013′s fashion trends and how you can incorporate them into your lifestyle. Check it out…

Cutouts

Versace

BCBG Max Azria

So cutouts are really fun because it’s a sneaky way of being sexy. And it can work for everyone—just be mindful of where the cutouts are positioned and tailor it to your style. For me I wouldn’t feel very comfy in a sexy, cutout dress but I WOULD wear a cutout tee reminiscent of Balmain’s spring 2010 collection or a pair of jeans with carefully placed cutouts.

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Leather harness

BCBG Max Azria

Jason Wu

Call it the 50 Shades of Gray effect (and as I type this someone on the Today show is saying there’s a baby boom trending after the release of the book). Leather harnesses were seen at a number of spring shows including BCBG and Jason Wu as seen above. The way to try this in your wardrobe is to not have it be a literal translation—so in other words you’re not pairing a leather harness with leather pants…it’s too dominatrix. Instead this is a great accessory to rework something like that years old dress in your closet.

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Midriffs

Viktor & Rolf

Versace

You don’t even have to have abs of steel to pull off this trend—you can simply pair a midriff top with a high waisted skirt or jeans/pants and pull them over your navel. But if you got it and you want to flaunt, go for it! Just let that be the focal point and keep most of your other lady parts covered.

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Gray

Nicholas K

Christian Dior

I’m loving that gray is big for spring! Not only is it my last name, but it’s also one of my favorite colors. Usually reserved for fall/winter, the hue is refreshing in spring as it mixes well with everything from brights to pastels. You can work this in your own wardrobe by breaking out that structured gray work blazer and pairing it with your weekend wardrobe. Gray accessories are also a great way to go like this $39.95 “Game Changer” bag from JustFab.com. I received this bag courtesy of the affordable fashion retailer and although it’s not real leather (it’s vegan!), it’s super soft and is a great bag for traipsing around the city (you can fit so much inside AND it comes with a removable longer shoulder strap).

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Floral

Rochas

Richard Chai Love

Florals in spring isn’t exactly groundbreaking (© Miranda Priestly), but I’m glad to see the print back again as it’s great for print blocking (find out how to do this here). You can easily wear this trend with floral jeans (if you don’t want to spend a ton, I see floral print jeans at Target all the time) and one of my faves, floral print shoes!

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Leather

Loewe

Loewe

Kimye was onto something after all, huh? Just kidding. Leather (or vegan/faux leather) is always in style, but for spring it’s going to be on full blast. While you should of course pull out your standard leather moto jacket or blazer, also get your feet wet with leather skirts, tops, and dresses and go beyond your typical black.

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Lace

Just Cavalli

BCBG Max Azria

Lace is such a sexy texture. One of the more updated ways to wear it is with something edgier, but you can also go all-sweet with a lace dress. But don’t forget about little lace additions like lace socks (looks hot with black ankle strap sandals).

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Images via Elle

About Danielle

New York City freelance writer, Image Consultant, Makeup Artist, Fashion and Beauty Producer for Bag Ladies Radio, and President of Urban Glamour, LLC. I'm a Hofstra University and Fashion Institute of Technology grad with a penchant for pretty and enjoy bringing out the FIERCE in everyone through personalized thorough image and makeup consultations. Think of me as your style and beauty entourage all wrapped up into one bubbly brown package :) I have had the honor and privilege of working backstage at NYC Fashion Week shows like Karen Walker, Jayson Brunsdon, Sabyaschi, Altuzarra, and Bridal Market Week for Vera Wang. You can also find me running around photo shoots doing makeup and styling. If you have a style or beauty question, contact me. Your question could be featured on the site!

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