Your 2016 Shopping List: 17 Trends to Try This Year

<div style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Get fun and flirty with a little flounce. Trade in your shifts and pencil skirts for something ultra-feminine with ruffles.<br /><b>Buy It! </b>H&M Paisley Dress with Flounce, $34.99; <a href="http://www.hm.com/us/product/37450?article=37450-A" target="_blank">hm.com</a></div>

Ruffles

Get fun and flirty with a little flounce. Trade in your shifts and pencil skirts for something ultra-feminine with ruffles.
Buy It! H&M Paisley Dress with Flounce, $34.99; hm.com

Courtesy H&M

<div style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">AKA, the style blogger shoes. Add some interest to your classic pumps (or any shoe for that matter — even your flats!) with lace-up detail around the ankle.<br /><strong>Buy It! </strong>Nine West Ebba Lace-Up Pumps, $109; <a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/nine-west-ebba-lace-up-pumps?ID=2529831&CategoryID=61661#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D43%26ruleId%3D%26slotId%3D18" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">macys.com</a></div>

Lace-Up Shoes

AKA, the style blogger shoes. Add some interest to your classic pumps (or any shoe for that matter — even your flats!) with lace-up detail around the ankle.
Buy It! Nine West Ebba Lace-Up Pumps, $109; macys.com

Courtesy Nine West

Denim

Truth: You can never have enough denim, but rotate a denim skirt or dress in with your go-to skinnies.
Buy It! Loup Indigo Carrie Skirt, $152; louponline.com

Courtesy Loup

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The lady-like silhouette is back and updated. Classy and fun, the color-block detail and graphic prints have given these bags some outfit-making power.<br /><strong>Buy It! </strong>Dune London</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> “Delaney” $89; </span><a href="http://www.dunelondon.com/en-us/delaney-fold-over-panels-tote-bag-0019500110126024/" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">dunelondon.com</a></p>

Top-Handle Bags

The lady-like silhouette is back and updated. Classy and fun, the color-block detail and graphic prints have given these bags some outfit-making power.
Buy It! Dune London “Delaney” $89; dunelondon.com

Courtesy Dune London

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pair a baggy plaid piece with something neutral to really make a statement. The bold print will quickly become your go-to-go-with-everything print.</span><br style="font-family: Calibri;" /><br /><b style="font-family: Calibri;">Buy It! </b><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Vince Camuto R</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">etro Plaid Button-Up Blouse, $99;</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <a href="http://www.dillards.com/p/vince-camuto-retro-plaid-button-up-blouse/505877204?di=04563260_zi_rich_black&categoryId=603982&facetCache=pageSize%3D100%26beginIndex%3D0%26orderBy%3D1%26facet%3D-10028610511099101326797109117116111" target="_blank">d</a></span><a href="http://www.dillards.com/p/vince-camuto-retro-plaid-button-up-blouse/505877204?di=04563260_zi_rich_black&categoryId=603982&facetCache=pageSize%3D100%26beginIndex%3D0%26orderBy%3D1%26facet%3D-10028610511099101326797109117116111" style="font-family: Calibri;" target="_blank">illards.com</a></p>

Oversize Plaid

Pair a baggy plaid piece with something neutral to really make a statement. The bold print will quickly become your go-to-go-with-everything print.

Buy It! Vince Camuto Retro Plaid Button-Up Blouse, $99; dillards.com

Courtesy Vince Camuto

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">No, Don’t store your pumps just yet, but do check out the square toe and short block heel for a mod throw-back feel. Try a metallic pair — the ankle strap and gold metallic adds an extra layer of fun! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>TOPSHOP Josephine Flare Heeled Leather Shoes, $110; </span><a href="http://us.topshop.com/en/tsus/product/shoes-70484/heels-70512/josephine-flare-heeled-leather-shoes-5066090?bi=0&ps=200" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">topshop.com</a></p>

Square Toe Shoes

No, Don’t store your pumps just yet, but do check out the square toe and short block heel for a mod throw-back feel. Try a metallic pair — the ankle strap and gold metallic adds an extra layer of fun!
Buy It! TOPSHOP Josephine Flare Heeled Leather Shoes, $110; topshop.com

Courtesy Topshop

<div style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><font face="Calibri,sans-serif">Stripes can be intimidating (especially <a href="http://www.peoplestylewatch.com/people/stylewatch/gallery/0,,20845538_30154795,00.html#people/stylewatch/gallery/0,,20845538_30154795,00.html" target="_blank">horizontal ones</a>!), so if you’re feeling hesitant about this trend, opt for a vertical stripe.</font><br /><strong>Buy It! </strong>Ann Taylor<b> </b>Fluid Stripe High Waist Flare Trousers, $119; <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/fluid-stripe-high-waist-flare-trousers/386778?skuId=20206949&defaultColor=1878&colorExplode=false&catid=cata000014" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">anntaylor.com</a></div>

Bold Stripes

Stripes can be intimidating (especially horizontal ones!), so if you’re feeling hesitant about this trend, opt for a vertical stripe.
Buy It! Ann Taylor Fluid Stripe High Waist Flare Trousers, $119; anntaylor.com

Courtesy Ann Taylor

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">A little stud accent takes a classic black bag from basic to bomb.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>ZARA Mini Leather Tote with Studs, $69.90; </span><a href="http://www.zara.com/us/en/collection-ss16/woman/bags/mini-leather-tote-with-studs-c358019p3153156.html" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">zara.com</a></p>

Grommet Detail

A little stud accent takes a classic black bag from basic to bomb.
Buy It! ZARA Mini Leather Tote with Studs, $69.90; zara.com

Courtesy Zara

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">From Spanish to Asian influences seen on runways, this spring will be all about the global fashion takeover. A floral flowy dress is such a fun and easy way to try the trend.</span><br /><font face="Calibri,sans-serif" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>Lulu’s Peony Earned Black Floral Print Midi Dress, $54; <a href="http://www.lulus.com/products/a-peony-earned-black-floral-print-midi-dress/268834.html" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">lulus.com</a></font></p>

Global Influence

From Spanish to Asian influences seen on runways, this spring will be all about the global fashion takeover. A floral flowy dress is such a fun and easy way to try the trend.
Buy It! Lulu’s Peony Earned Black Floral Print Midi Dress, $54; lulus.com

Courtesy Shout

Shoulder Dusters

Replace those studs and make a statement with some shoulder dusters — the druzy stones make these danglers the perfect dressy touch for a more casual look.
Buy It! Baublebar Loa Druzy Drops, $34; baublebar.com

Courtesy Baublebar

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Don’t let the name intimidate you. This trouser is super slimming with any type of blouse or sweater tucked in.<br /><strong>Buy It! </strong>TOPSHOP </span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Pinstripe Paperbag Trousers, $75; </span><a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?Ntt=paperbag&storeId=13052&productId=22291664&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33060" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">topshop.com</a></p>

Paper-Bag Waist

Don’t let the name intimidate you. This trouser is super slimming with any type of blouse or sweater tucked in.
Buy It! TOPSHOP Pinstripe Paperbag Trousers, $75; topshop.com

Courtesy Topshop

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Don’t believe the myth — suede is not a fabric reserved for cold climates! A bold ’70s shade (like this burnt coral!) is super on trend, but classic enough that it works 365 days a year.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>BuyIt! </strong>Forever21 Faux Suede Top, $19.90; </span><a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?br=F21&category=top&productid=2000146021" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">forever21.com</a></p>

'70s Suede

Don’t believe the myth — suede is not a fabric reserved for cold climates! A bold ’70s shade (like this burnt coral!) is super on trend, but classic enough that it works 365 days a year.
BuyIt! Forever21 Faux Suede Top, $19.90; forever21.com

Courtesy Forever 21

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">For all you ladies on the go, slide into a flat (and comfortable!) mule to make any outfit instantly chic.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>Urban Outfitters Violet Mule, $59.99; </span><a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=35679349" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">urbanoutfitters.com</a></p>

Flat Mules

For all you ladies on the go, slide into a flat (and comfortable!) mule to make any outfit instantly chic.
Buy It! Urban Outfitters Violet Mule, $59.99; urbanoutfitters.com

Courtesy Urban Outfitters

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Nothing feels more feminine than cream lace. A lace top with your favorite pair of jeans is the perfect way to rock the vintage-inspired trend.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>Modcloth Delicate Diner Jacket, $64.99; <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/jackets/delicate-diner-jacket-in-eggshell" target="_blank">modcloth.com</a></span></p>

Vintage-Inspired

Nothing feels more feminine than cream lace. A lace top with your favorite pair of jeans is the perfect way to rock the vintage-inspired trend.
Buy It! Modcloth Delicate Diner Jacket, $64.99; modcloth.com

Courtesy Modcloth

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Metal detail is everywhere right now, but if you’re not feeling edge-y enough to rock it on your clothes, try a classic chain-link necklace.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>Sole Society Basic Chainlink Necklace, $29.95; <a href="http://www.solesociety.com/ss388-necklace-gold.html" target="_blank">solesociety.com</a></span></p>

Chain Detail

Metal detail is everywhere right now, but if you’re not feeling edge-y enough to rock it on your clothes, try a classic chain-link necklace.
Buy It! Sole Society Basic Chainlink Necklace, $29.95; solesociety.com

Courtesy Kenneth Cole

<p><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Knits can be a tricky item to transition from winter to spring, but a marled knit is the the perfect combination of cool and cozy. The knit top and skirt set is a comfy yet chic alternative to your classic pencil skirt and blouse.</span><br /><font face="Calibri,sans-serif" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><strong>Buy It! </strong>Lulu’s Nook and Corner Grey Marl Two-Piece Sweater Dress, $120; <a href="http://www.lulus.com/products/nook-and-corner-grey-marl-two-piece-sweater-dress/262842.html" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">lulus.com</a></font></p>

Marled Knits

Knits can be a tricky item to transition from winter to spring, but a marled knit is the the perfect combination of cool and cozy. The knit top and skirt set is a comfy yet chic alternative to your classic pencil skirt and blouse.
Buy It! Lulu’s Nook and Corner Grey Marl Two-Piece Sweater Dress, $120; lulus.com

Courtesy Lulu's

<div style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">A pleated dress or skirt is an easy way to add some interest to a simple look. Pair it with a print for some extra flair.<br /><b>Buy It! </b>Boohoo Nina Suedette Pleated Midi Skirt, $20; <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/evening-skirts/nina-suedette-pleated-midi-skirt/invt/azz02201" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">boohoo.com</a></div>

Pleats

A pleated dress or skirt is an easy way to add some interest to a simple look. Pair it with a print for some extra flair.
Buy It! Boohoo Nina Suedette Pleated Midi Skirt, $20; boohoo.com

Courtesy Boohoo

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1 of 17 Courtesy H&M

Ruffles

Get fun and flirty with a little flounce. Trade in your shifts and pencil skirts for something ultra-feminine with ruffles.
Buy It! H&M Paisley Dress with Flounce, $34.99; hm.com

AKA, the style blogger shoes. Add some interest to your classic pumps (or any shoe for that matter — even your flats!) with lace-up detail around the ankle.Buy It! Nine West Ebba Lace-Up Pumps, $109; macys.com

2 of 17 Courtesy Nine West

Lace-Up Shoes

3 of 17 Courtesy Loup

Denim

Truth: You can never have enough denim, but rotate a denim skirt or dress in with your go-to skinnies.
Buy It! Loup Indigo Carrie Skirt, $152; louponline.com

The lady-like silhouette is back and updated. Classy and fun, the color-block detail and graphic prints have given these bags some outfit-making power.Buy It! Dune London “Delaney” $89; dunelondon.com

4 of 17 Courtesy Dune London

Top-Handle Bags

Pair a baggy plaid piece with something neutral to really make a statement. The bold print will quickly become your go-to-go-with-everything print.Buy It! Vince Camuto Retro Plaid Button-Up Blouse, $99; dillards.com

5 of 17 Courtesy Vince Camuto

Oversize Plaid

No, Don’t store your pumps just yet, but do check out the square toe and short block heel for a mod throw-back feel. Try a metallic pair — the ankle strap and gold metallic adds an extra layer of fun! Buy It! TOPSHOP Josephine Flare Heeled Leather Shoes, $110; topshop.com

6 of 17 Courtesy Topshop

Square Toe Shoes

Stripes can be intimidating (especially horizontal ones!), so if you’re feeling hesitant about this trend, opt for a vertical stripe.Buy It! Ann Taylor Fluid Stripe High Waist Flare Trousers, $119; anntaylor.com

7 of 17 Courtesy Ann Taylor

Bold Stripes

A little stud accent takes a classic black bag from basic to bomb.Buy It! ZARA Mini Leather Tote with Studs, $69.90; zara.com

8 of 17 Courtesy Zara

Grommet Detail

A little stud accent takes a classic black bag from basic to bomb.
Buy It! ZARA Mini Leather Tote with Studs, $69.90; zara.com

From Spanish to Asian influences seen on runways, this spring will be all about the global fashion takeover. A floral flowy dress is such a fun and easy way to try the trend.Buy It! Lulu’s Peony Earned Black Floral Print Midi Dress, $54; lulus.com

9 of 17 Courtesy Shout

Global Influence

10 of 17 Courtesy Baublebar

Shoulder Dusters

Don’t let the name intimidate you. This trouser is super slimming with any type of blouse or sweater tucked in.Buy It! TOPSHOP Pinstripe Paperbag Trousers, $75; topshop.com

11 of 17 Courtesy Topshop

Paper-Bag Waist

Don’t let the name intimidate you. This trouser is super slimming with any type of blouse or sweater tucked in.
Buy It! TOPSHOP Pinstripe Paperbag Trousers, $75; topshop.com

Don’t believe the myth — suede is not a fabric reserved for cold climates! A bold ’70s shade (like this burnt coral!) is super on trend, but classic enough that it works 365 days a year.BuyIt! Forever21 Faux Suede Top, $19.90; forever21.com

12 of 17 Courtesy Forever 21

'70s Suede

For all you ladies on the go, slide into a flat (and comfortable!) mule to make any outfit instantly chic.Buy It! Urban Outfitters Violet Mule, $59.99; urbanoutfitters.com

13 of 17 Courtesy Urban Outfitters

Flat Mules

For all you ladies on the go, slide into a flat (and comfortable!) mule to make any outfit instantly chic.
Buy It! Urban Outfitters Violet Mule, $59.99; urbanoutfitters.com

14 of 17 Courtesy Modcloth

Vintage-Inspired

Metal detail is everywhere right now, but if you’re not feeling edge-y enough to rock it on your clothes, try a classic chain-link necklace.Buy It! Sole Society Basic Chainlink Necklace, $29.95; solesociety.com

15 of 17 Courtesy Kenneth Cole

Chain Detail

Knits can be a tricky item to transition from winter to spring, but a marled knit is the the perfect combination of cool and cozy. The knit top and skirt set is a comfy yet chic alternative to your classic pencil skirt and blouse.Buy It! Lulu’s Nook and Corner Grey Marl Two-Piece Sweater Dress, $120; lulus.com

16 of 17 Courtesy Lulu's

Marled Knits

A pleated dress or skirt is an easy way to add some interest to a simple look. Pair it with a print for some extra flair.Buy It! Boohoo Nina Suedette Pleated Midi Skirt, $20; boohoo.com

17 of 17 Courtesy Boohoo

Pleats

A pleated dress or skirt is an easy way to add some interest to a simple look. Pair it with a print for some extra flair.
Buy It! Boohoo Nina Suedette Pleated Midi Skirt, $20; boohoo.com

Your 2016 Shopping List: 17 Trends to Try This Year

Ruffles

Lace-Up Shoes

Denim

Top-Handle Bags

Oversize Plaid

Square Toe Shoes

Bold Stripes

Grommet Detail

Global Influence

Shoulder Dusters

Paper-Bag Waist

'70s Suede

Flat Mules

Vintage-Inspired

Chain Detail

Marled Knits

Pleats

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Your 2016 Shopping List: 17 Trends to Try This Year

Ruffles

Lace-Up Shoes

Denim

Top-Handle Bags

Oversize Plaid

Square Toe Shoes

Bold Stripes

Grommet Detail

Global Influence

Shoulder Dusters

Paper-Bag Waist

'70s Suede

Flat Mules

Vintage-Inspired

Chain Detail

Marled Knits

Pleats

You May Like

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