Spring has sprung! It’s as if someone flipped the switch in the southern part of heaven. Temps are up and flora is blooming. And whether you’re matriculated or not, Spring Break seems like a deserved rite of passage even beyond our school years. Everybody needs a Spring Break, right? Even if it’s a staycation filled with March basketball Madness, find a fun way to transition in style from winter to spring.
How about we start with a shopping spree at your favorite boutique or shopping oasis. Ready to stock up? A girl can dream! Or at least window shop. Time to check out the latest trends and find some adorable pieces that are ready for spring. Let’s get started.
- Lace-up details are so on-trend right now and can be seen on everything from dresses to tops to shoes to bathing suits. Check the net as celebrities are lacing up left and right. Try a tie front shift dress in cool mint that practically screams spring!

Via Kristin Tucker
- Be the coolest girl on the trip in the hues of the season. The 2016 Pantone colors of the year are Serenity (Think Carolina blue!) and Rose Quartz (Think pale pink!).

Hues of the Season Via Kristin Tucker
- Keep it classy but cool in this season’s nautical This will be an easy and breezy look on Spring Break. Navy and white stripes abound and are essential to any nautical attire. And since nautical is a repeat of trends past and somewhat of a staple, you might even have plenty of choices in your current wardrobe. Go ahead and pull out that striped skirt or shirt. Or a striped tote bag is a fun way to test the waters. Cheers to the red, white and blue!

Nautical Trends Via Kristin Tucker
- Freshen up your floral collection with bold new blooms. Bright colors and large prints bring new life to this tried and true trend. If you ever thought floral seemed old-fashioned, think again. Pair with sheer fabrics and keep the accessories crisp to achieve a 2016 fresh feminine look. Try a punch of floral in everything from bold skinny jeans to pretty pumps to statement jewels. Floral is in the air this spring!

Floral Patterns Via Kristin Tucker
Whether you take that Spring Break trip or stay close to home, knock your spring style out of the park!
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