Spring Break
Bundle up in style
Akela Yarn
Issue date: 12/2/08 Section: Features
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Accessorize
This year, accessorize, accessorize, accessorize. Designers and clothing stores are leaning toward warm and colorful accessories, like scarves and gloves for both men and women.
Women can't go wrong with bold and big. For jewelry: big earrings, big bracelets, layering of necklaces and big purses are trendy. For men simple is better--watches, stylish hats and scarves are always popular.
By far the biggest trend this season is scarves. This affordable and versatile trend can be found just about anywhere and come in a variety of textures, colors styles and prints.
Economize
TJ Maxx's new motto is fitting for this year's holiday shopping experience: "Economize. Don't compromise." When it comes to trend shopping, shop smart but do not settle for poor quality. When shopping, consider thrift stores such as Goodwill or the Salvation Army as an alternative to higher end stores. Other stores to consider for great buys at low prices are Wal-Mart, Target, TJ Maxx and Ross.
Layer-ize
For a casual look layer up with layers. Scoop neck T-shirts and turtlenecks are stylish for men. Women can go with a V-necks and scoop necks. Pair with jeans for a comfortable and warm way to stay in style. When looking at jeans, women should go darker and skinny while men should go rugged and dingy this year.
For men, leather jackets, puffy vests and blazers are fashionable. For women, plaid and houndstooth pea coats, boyfriend cardigans and chunky sweaters are a necessity for staying warm. These trendy must-haves can be found anywhere from Wal-Mart to New York & Company. This year, fur lined jackets are in for men and women.
"For men the destroyed jean look is in and for women skinny jeans," said Ally Braxton, an American Eagle employee in Greenville.
Leggings with chunky sweaters are also a huge trend this season.
This writer can be contacted at features@theeastcarolinian.com.
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