Women's Fashion Trends for Spring & Summer 2007

This page reveals the latest fashion, clothing, and makeup trends for Spring and Summer, 2007. As the season warms, new colors and fabrics will set the trend. Taking the lead from Paris, France, many fashions are classics and never go out of style. Keep them on hand for pairing with new trendy designs. A sure-fire way to have a hot time in the city.

This season's spring and summer colors are showing boldness and brilliance. Splashy, fruity colors, such as lime green, mango, tangerine, watermelon, and lemon give a large variety of choices and will surely get you noticed. The palette for formalwear offers up powdery pastels and classy, ever-so-trendy silver, gold and white so you can dress up in style.

Summer Fabrics
The new season brings back some great classic fabrics. Now you'll be seeing more light, lacy fabrics and the basic cotton stretch. Spandex-inspired designs offer comfort and versatility that allow women of all shapes and sizes to enjoy. Dresses and skirts in flowing chiffon and silk are sure to please those looking for a feminine, classy look. Great for work and play.

Patterns
The latest, popular patterns are anything but boring. Polka dots are a young pattern that can be cool and chic if paired correctly with solid colors. For style and sophistication, opt for luscious garden prints, retro patterns and black and white geometrical shapes. Many cultures add to ethnic styles with colorful patterns mixed with rich, earth tones.

For a classical look, preppy polo shirts give you stripes galore! But be a that the further apart the stripes, the larger you may appear. If you're concerned, choose tops with stripes closer together, with only two colors. Diagonal lines can be rather slimming if they're narrow and meet at the front. Vertical stripes on trousers are a must-have, but only paired with a solid shirt or blouse.

Style Trends
This summer brings some new, exciting fashion trends. With warmer weather moving in, women want simple, feminine styles. Traditional, tailored clothing are classic and will always be a shoe-in for business, weddings, or formal events. Layer your clothing to switch from work to play. Keep your classics cleaned and pressed for impromptu summer events and activities.

Spring's hemlines are rising, rising, and rising more. You can't go wrong with a vintage mini-dress or short skirt topped with tunic or a corset. Lace, ruffles, and fine detail are intricate yet retro. Define your waist with a sash or clinched belt. Solid colors and subtle designs are more traditional while unique patterns allow us to show personality and style.

Combine a basic tee, gypsy-style skirt, and flip-flops to show off your style. For a more sophisticated look, pair a great flouney skirt with a stylish tank top. Sandals or wedge shoes in a neutral color compliment most styles and are practical for warmer weather.

For summer fun, look for sleek, sporty khaki paired with sexy, flat sandals. Kate Moss shows us that wide-legged pants are anything but passé. Cool things off with a tank top to expose your shoulders. Don't go light on support, invest in a seasonal bra that has clear or removable straps. Wear tanks and halters that have a built-in bra for style and convenience.

Welcome to the jungle! Trendy, military inspired clothing shows your support and is an instant hit for casual wear. Take your pick from light cotton cargos, camouflage, walking shorts, and belted jackets. Be creative and accessorize with a belt and dog tags to complete the look.

Jewelry and Accessories

The upcoming fashions accentuate unique personalities and bring with it some of winter's hottest trends in accessories and jewelry. Glitzy metallics adorn a wide range of accessories, including purses, belts, sashes and shoes.

Layered necklaces and funky beads can't be denied but clear, Lucite jewelry goes with just about anything. Chunky, symbolic necklaces add gothic appeal and mystery to your personal style. Perhaps the changing trend from silver to gold is why we're seeing more gold/silver combos in necklaces, bracelets, and rings.

If you're appalled by Paris Hilton's large-framed sunglasses, opt for somewhere in the middle. Designers are offering us larger frames that won't overpower the face and adding small gems to the outer edges to mix things up a bit. Prefer classic? You can always find a plain pair of sunglasses and jazz them up on a whim with glitzy decals. You can find may add-ons if you look in the nail polish and fingernail accessories area of your local store or use a decal intended for a cell phone.

Shoes will never take a backseat when it comes to fashion. Go casual in comfortable flats or emit class with patent leather pumps for wedding and formal occasions. Strappy sandals are always flirty and fun for long weekend getaways.

Hot Makeup Trends, 2007

You'll sizzle this summer with sensual, sheer makeup that will look natural and define your finer features. Eye-shadow that adds just a hint of color and blush is faint, almost nude. Both peaches and corals radiate a youthful glow -- and can take years off of your face. From eye shadow, cheeks, to lips, pink gives you a healthy look, while underplaying fine lines and wrinkles. Add overall color with bronzing powder to lift your spirit and look picture-perfect.