Candy-Coated Accessories

A few bold and bright statement pieces are perfect for the ambiance of spring. A mixture of pink, orange, and yellow make a spring palette very reminiscent of candy, because it's sweet and a little bit tart at the same time! The colors vary, of course, but they coordinate very well. 

With the addition of just a few items, you can add sparkle and glam to the simplest one-piece garments, such as maxi dresses, jumpsuits, and rompers. That’s not too difficult, right? Going for a neutral colored one-piece would be chic and ultra-charming. It would provide a great amount of balance to these bright accessories. Wondering what neutral colors would fit best? Go for a tan or a nice, crispy white.

Check out the statement pieces behind the jump...

Rag and Bone Reveals Pre-Fall Collection

Rag & Bone have released their pre-fall 2012 collection, and first things first: No set theme is present. In fact, Marcus Wainwright gave it a straightforward description, "It's just clothes for how our girl really dresses."

The look book is a series of shots in front of the R & B office elevator shaft, complete with red leather numbers and embellished belts, as well as black and blue accessories.

Lot of skirts and dresses are present, complete with a lot of eccentric accessorizing, making each look all its own and distinguishable among the group. We fancy this idea of steering clear of a specific theme and just focusing on the fashion of real-girl likings.

From head wraps to booties and heels to classy jackets, we feel like everything you could ever need is right here in this collection. How perfect. We know where we'll be shopping come fall 2012.

Text Brittney Schering
Image Fashionologie 

Flattering Snuggie Alternative

Whether you're looking to dress up or down, to go out on the town or spend the night indoors, the sweater dress's versatile look makes it a ready-to-wear staple for your closet this winter.

If you're looking for a warm yet chic dress that will accentuate your waistline, try a belted style from Fendi. The thigh-length number has three-quarter sleeves and a skintight elasticity, making it a body-lovin' number that will keep you feeling warm and looking hot this winter. For a much less expensive and more reserved alternative, try Madewell's ankle-length and full-sleeved dress that's to be paired with oxfords.

Rag & Bone offers a freeing, baggy sweater dress, known as the Putney Dress, that's gray with skinny horizontal stripes. This look can be worn for a casual night out or a cozy night in, depending on what you pair it with. How versatile! This option is definitely a favorite, just for the fact that it can be worn for a variety of occasions.

Can you pick a favorite?

Text Brittney Schering
Image Fashionologie 

Jeans Gone Wild

Animal print jeans are more popular than ever, with several different styles to be found at J Brand, Current/Elliot, rag & bone, and the Gap. Animal patterns are here to stay for the season, so it may be wise to figure out how to rock this hot style now.

From a chill night in to a glamorous night out, there's a specific animal print for every occasion. When you're feeling a bit out of the norm and in the mood to stand out in a crowd, go with colored leopard print skinnies with a flowy top and ankle-strap stilettos, Fashionologie suggests. With a loud look like this, you'll be bound to please the masses with such exotic fearlessness.

For a more professional feel, try a black, white, and gray print with a boldly striped sweater, booties, and a bag that adds a splash of color to the mix. Fashionologie describes this specific style as one that will "tame the wild print."

More animal-printed pants after the jump...

Trending: Shirt-dresses To Take You Everywhere in Spring

Although shirt-dresses never really left the fashion scene, the designers behind Rag & Bone, Phillip Lim and NAHM revisited and reinvented the classic silhouette for A/W 2011. The shirt-dress can take you anywhere from day to night and work to play, not to mention that it flatters all shapes and sizes, making anyone look put together without really trying at all (that's the trick, isn't it?). Of course as with any classic staple, it doesn't hurt to accessorize to make it all your own. So whether wear these with combat boots, wedges, a belt or some quirky jewelry, look smart in these fun must-haves for spring!

I Don't Like Mondays Evil Twin Revolution in the Classroom Shirt-dress (pictured above), $37.20; Cheap Monday Whitney Dress, $90; Madewell Scenic Route Dress, $126; Shakuhachi Army Mesh Shirt-dress, $187.20; Something Else Haze Slash Shirt-dress, $128; Urban Outfitters Sparkle and Fade Dress, $59. Levi's x Opening Ceremony Onesie Skirt Dress, $280.

Text Kristina Bravo

Source: Fashionologie.com

Tweed

If I’m being perfectly honest, and I always am with you, tweed has rarely entered my consciousness when making significant style decisions. Or to be more precise, it has, on occasion, wormed its way into my psyche, only to be violently expelled with the imaginary fly swatter I often use to dismiss particularly unpleasant thoughts. There is just something about the fabric that makes me feel as if I should be sitting in a study, with a bookcase in the background, wearing glasses and smoking a pipe while enjoying Masterpiece Theater. To be fair, however, while perusing Rag & Bone’s Fall 2010 RTW collection online, I was surprisingly intrigued. There is something mischievous about the typically edgy brand’s overpowering use of the material. Instead of reminding me of a cranky old Englishman, the vibe I was getting, probably as a result of the cape and knee socks, was more vampy English schoolgirl—a look I would be more than happy to don. I may therefore begrudgingly revise my opinion of tweed in order to include the fabric in my fall wardrobe.

By Jessica Best

St. Patty's Day Style

St. Patrick's Day is usually associated with beer and barf but rarely with fashion (shamrocks are pretty bold though). But that doesn't mean you have to hit the bar, or after work get together, without a little green flair.

We're not talking about green Dr. Seuss hats or Mardi Gras beads. There actually are chic options that can be worn post-March 17th.

The best? Jane Pope earrings. The Caged Green Glass pendant is perfect for day or night--and, if that isn't quite your fancy, you can email Jane yourself to custom design your own piece of fantastic jewelry.

If you don't want to splurge on jewelry, when was the last time you updated your wallet? Jutta Neumann makes super slinky custom made leather goods in bright colors (like green!) that would be perfect to lighten up your day and your Spring wardrobe.

And if you want to go all out? Then there's nothing more on point than jumpsuits and Rag & Bone's green Teddy Jumper is perfect for the occasion.

If you're truly a fashionista, you'll somehow figure out to rock all these trends. Just remember to not get pinched!

Boys & Girls and Girls & Boys- Crossing the Gender Line

So we've already stolen our "boyfriends jeans" and rightfully so, they steal ours! We are a culture where cross-dressing is accepted pretty much across the board. I mean, we have basically blurred the gender lines all to hell. Why not steal our mans dress shirts. I love a nice plaid mens shirt with leggings and boots. Or better yet, your boyfriend's over-sized blazer. After all I'm sure he won't be wearing it much anymore for that finance job. Oops, he lost it in the economic meltdown, I do apologize.

Maybe you're wondering when it become cool to steal your boyfriends clothes? I am pretty sure it was well before this time, but I do remember vividly Balenciaga taking us there in his Fall 2007 Collection with shrunken schoolboy blazer. Now, switching it up a bit we have gone to the over-sized blazer. Moving from your little brothers prep school uniform to your boyfriends work wardrobe. Even down to the oxford shoes, sadly... that's going to be a tough one to steal from the boyfriend. Hmm do those black and whites come in my size?

Image: Marcio Maderia

Designer: Rag & Bone