Turn Up the Volume! by:David Molina

             This spring and summer season showed us a play on volume (width) and exaggeration of the silhouettes we saw on the runways.  Particularly in women's sleeves and skirts, we saw a juxtaposition of the voluminous skirts and sleeves with something more tailored and narrow to balance it out.  This created a perfect harmonious look.  Here are a few designers who cranked up the volume dial!

                                                Simone Rocha Spring/Summer 2014

                                                 Vivienne Westwood Spring/Summer 2014

                                                Gucci Spring/Summer 2014

                                                Antonio Berardi Spring/Summer 2014

Men in Black by: David Molina

                      Black is back and better than ever on the runways.  Particularly so on the male side of the runways.  Every designer seemed to tip the hat off and do their own little tribute to the late and great Johnny Cash, who was known as "the man in black".  Not only was that the name of one of his albums, it was also how he was known for dressing.  With that said here are a few designers who payed homage to the iconic Mr. Cash.

                                                Alexander Wang Spring/Summer 2014

                             A forecast of all black dominated the runways for many designers.

                                An ad campaign for the Versace spring/summer 2014 collection

The Little Black Dress by Mariel Billos

We all know that the LBD (Little Black Dress) is a classic staple item, but rarely do we find it as such a huge trend in summer resort wear.

When designers showed their collections for the Resort 2015 season recently, the little black dress was everywhere! Typically black is a hue reserved for the dreary months of fall and winter, but it appears to be a major trend not only for next year's resort wear but for this summer as well.

I'm on the fence about this new summer trend, myself, but we can all agree on one thing, at least black is slimming!

 Louis Vuitton Resort 2015

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2015

Dior Resort 2015

Martin Margiela Resort 2015

DKNY Resort 2015



Black is Back- Taylor Crouse

All black everything is making a return to the runway. Black has been the color of choice for many top designers recently and it is really making a statement. BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK!

High Waisted Bikinis~ Taylor Crouse

All different body types and all different bathing suits. Some people are not comfortable in a slinky little bikini but not to worry this season! The high waisted bikini is here! Becoming super popular this season the high waisted bikini gives you coverage in all the right places!

Plunging into tropics - Taylor Crouse

Taking a plunge into the tropics, hawaiian print textiles are all the rage this season. Hawaiian prints were all over the Spring 2014 runways - Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Marni, Prada and Gucci just to name a few!

tropics coming to Holland - Kayla Ricci

No money to go on vacation?  Designers in Holland say you don't need it.  They are using patterns in their clothing to make you feel like you are on a tropical island somewhere.  More and more designers all over the world are picking up on this trend.  Will we start purchasing this or is it still to busy and out there for us in the USA?

Bangle Bliss by Mariel Billos

It's all about statement pieces when it comes to jewelry, and this season everyone is rocking the bangle or cuff bracelet! The most popular ones are gold and chunky, but there are so many different colors and styles, so choose one that works best with your personal style!

Cartier

Fendi

Dior

Lanvin

Chanel

Lorraine Schwartz



XL- Alyasa Watson

Oversized coming back!? Oversized tops are a old but new trend of fashion. You can never go wrong with an xl hoodie or top.

Crop it Like it's Hot by Mariel Billos

I'm loving a crop top this season, and apparently I'm not the only one! 

Crop tops are everywhere we look for the Spring/Summer 2014 season and I hope they become a classic staple! Wear one with your favorite jeans and sandals this summer or dress one up with a chic midi-skirt and heels for a night on the town. Don't be afraid to try this trend, the crop top can be surprisingly flattering on most figures.

Jil Sander

Alexander Wang

Proenza Schouler

Taylor Swift

Candace Swanepoel



Rihanna