Spring 2010 Fashion Trends: Choosing Terrific Tops for that Stylish Spring Wardrobe

With the spring season just around the corner, many fashion-savvy ladies are trying to decide what tops to add to their snazzy spring wardrobe. When considering what fashion trends are parading down the runways, several styles seem to dominate the designers' creations. Neutral and muted, natural tones as well as colors reminiscent of the sky (i.e. yellow, golds, reds, blues, etc.) appear to be on the rage for spring. Jewel tones also make an appearance in this season's designs. Heavy prints, such as stripes, geometric shapes, flowers, and animal prints, and even bohemian/hippie chic patterns are present in the spring line-up. Sheer and see-through fabrics, such as chiffon and luxe, also seem to be a favorite.

Scoop and V necklines seem to be the cuts of choice for the spring season. Button-down shirts, three-quarter sleeved tops, and tank tops are also popular this year. Ruffles and bejeweled accents continue to be favored adornments. The emphasis this spring is apparently on the feminine silhouette, and this look is achieved through both loose-fitting and form-hugging attire.

Neutral and Natural Tones

Banana Republic offers a host of tank tops and short sleeve shirts in such neutral colors as black, white, navy, various shades of gray, and muted pinks and tans. The tank tops come in shirred, scoop, v, and ruffle-lined necklines and range in price from $9.99 to $59.50. The short-sleeved shirts are also available in similar colors as well as a few having graphic prints and have predominately scoop and v necklines. They are priced from $24.00 to $49.50.

Both the tank tops and the short-sleeved shirts could be worn alone or as part of a layered set with a pair of jeans or a casual skirt. A semi-precious stone pendant on a black or brown cord and matching earrings would make wonderful accessories to accompany these shirts.

Animal Prints/Safari Chic Designs

Newport News presents two lovely animal print tops that would be fantastic additions to any fashionista's wardrobe. The sheer chiffon animal print top has a U-neckline, would look gorgeous over a brown or black tank top, and is economically priced at $24.00. The leopard print, short-sleeved V-neck top with a rhinestone-embellished pocket (available for $34.00) would be beautiful to wear by itself matched with a pair of rhinestone-embellished jeans or capris. Both tops would look great paired with a long black skirt. To accessorize, a tiger's eye pendant on a black cord or silver necklace would look stunning with the chiffon top while a slim rhinestone necklace would go well with the leopard print V-neck. Newport News also has a stylish pair of leopard print pumps that would look marvelous with either of these tops for $34.00. If an individual prefers wedge heels, she can choose Newport News' leopard print crisscross sandals for $39.00.

Floral and Bohemian Prints

Macy's displays a beautiful array of floral and bohemian/hippie chic print tops that are sure to please the style-conscious woman. In an assortment of neutral, jewel-tone, and sky colors, these beautiful tops are available in short sleeves, three-quarter sleeves, and long sleeves. These attractive tops range in price from $34.99 to $49.00 and would look alluring paired with a pair of jazzy jeans or a long, flowing broomstick skirt. Silver, gold, or semi-precious jewelry would be the perfect accompaniment for this fashionable attire.

Button-Down Shirts

Orvis is the place to go for stylish, preppy button-down shirts in a variety of prints and colors. From stripes to solids to florals to beautiful yellow that appears to be one of the signature colors of Spring 2010, Orvis has a button-down top to fit just about every woman's taste. These shirts range in price from $39.00 to $69.00 and would look fantastic with a pair of jeans or capris.

Gap also features a wide assortment of button-down shirts in a variety of neutral and muted hues as well as several different tank tops that have ruffles, one of the predominant adornments of Spring 2010. Gap's button-down line is available for the prices of $44.00 to $59.50 while their tank tops are priced from $29.50 to $54.50.

When shopping for those essential additions to one's spring wardrobe, keep these fashion trends in mind. Choosing terrific fashionable tops to go along with one's total clothing ensemble can make all the difference.

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