Hot Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Trend Forecast!!

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Many designers incorporated animal print, especially leopard print, into their Spring/Summer 2010 lines such as Diane Von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson and Dolce & Gabbana.

A lot of designers also referenced the 80s and 90s in regards to colors and patterns. In particular, tie dye looks like it is coming back.

HOT TRENDS

You know how plaid/flannel shirts were popular in 2009? Well "this year's flannel" is definitely DENIM. If you have to buy only one item this season, it has to be a denim jacket. Denim jackets or denim shirts are must-haves for 2010. On the runway, I saw a more "natural", all-American type looks and denim really pulls that type of look together. You can pair denim jackets with a cute summer dress, shorts, and rompers. So chic.

Blame Lady Gaga for bringing this trend mainstream, but the "no pants" look is definitely "in" for Spring/Summer. I like the way Kate Moss styled the "hot pants". I'm not sure if this is the most flattering look for the average female, but I do see this being a popular trend when the weather gets warmer. H&M and TopShop will be carrying this look. Teeny tiny miniskirts, which are in the same vein as this hot pants look, will also be a great alternative.

Probably because of the rising hem-lines, over the knee socks are great ways to accessorize short shorts or teenie minis. I've seen lots of celebrities like Nicole Ritchie and Vanessa Hudgens already sporting this look.

Sheer tops will be very popular this summer, as will ripped jeans (on Vanessa Hudgens).

I don't think harem pants caught on in 2009 as much as they were hyped, but I saw a lot more FLATTERING harem pants on the runway for 2010, especially cropped ones. I think this Juicy Couture outfit would be perfect for a casual, athletic look.

Diane Von Furstenberg and Burberry both showcased oversized bracelets on the runway. This is a really easy way to spice up an outfit and very cheap to find duplicates at Forever 21!

SOME 2009 TRENDS CONTINUING ON INTO 2010

Because of the sluggish economy, I also have noticed that a lot of designers are re-using some ideas from 2009 in their 2010 collections.

Leather jackets were a big hit in 2009 and even in summer 2010, this will continue to be a very fashionable look. Personally, I love this look and I am glad a lot of designers are continuing with this motorcycle, leather jacket trend.

Skinny jeans and skinny pants have been popular for a while and will continue to be popular this year.

When shopping for Spring/Summer, find a top with great shoulder details. This has been a very popular look with Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga and the Olsen Twins.

Rompers are still popular. There are some really cute ones out there now and I think these will look amazing paired with the leather jacket or denim jacket trend.