6 Universally Flattering Pieces For Spring

Tailored Trousers

A good pair of trousers will make any woman's body look professional and classy, as well as looking especially flattering on your backside and making your legs look longer. Check out the trousers at Ann Taylor, they come in four different fits so you can find the fit that works best for your body and then get all your pants (straight leg trousers, skinny jeans, cigarette pants) in black, navy, khaki, grey, red, and white!

Ann Taylor Modern Compact Doubleweave Trousers, $98. 

Patent Pumps

A patent pump pulls together any look, especially when going to work. Typically, a skinny heel and a pointed toe will make your legs look longer, and the lighter color is great for spring (especially with the fun snakeskin detail on the back!). 

Sam Edleman Portney Pump in Blush Patent at Zappos, $96 (Original: $120).  

V-Neck Cardigan

Find yourself a lightweight cardigan that you love and get it in a couple of colors, a few neutrals and a fun color or one with sequins. This sweater from Victoria's Secret runs from $30 - $60 depending on color, print, and sequins. 

Victoria's Secret The Sexy Cardi Sweater, $30 - $60

Chic Belt

When buying a belt if you're unsure about size, a medium width looks good on everyone. When looking for the 'chic' factor, look for a belt with a gold accent for a luxe looking fabric like snakeskin or patent leather. 

Banana Republic C-Buckle Textured Belt, $50 

Silk Blouse

A more relaxed fit will slim your upper body and the silk fabric will feel great as the weather starts to get warmer. 

J.Crew Blythe Blouse in Silk in Neon Azalea, $98

Wrap Dress

A v-neck and waist tie create a leaner looking frame and highlights the smallest part of your waist. I would be remiss not to point you in the direction of DVF wrap dresses. They come in tons of prints and and fabric feels amazing on your skin. 

Diane Von Furstenburg Zalda Bis Dress, $365

"6 Universally Flattering Pieces" via People Style Watch 

Paris Street Style ~ Fashion Week Fall 2012

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Sarah Jessica Parker

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Looks To Lose For Spring 2012

Studded Jeans

As great as Shenae Grimes looks in this outfit, the edgy rocker moment has passed and more pulled together and classic looks are coming in this season (thank goodness, in my opinion). 

Torn/Distressed Tops

If you are going to buy a top, it might as well be in one piece and not akin to something that quite frankly makes you look homeless. No need to spend the money on a torn up Balmain top like when then you could just take a razor blade or a top you already have a tear it up. There are classier ways to show some skin.

Rubber Flip Flops

Yes, they are comfortable. Yes, they are easy to wear and match just about everything. But would it kill you to wear an actual shoe? I will admit, I am guilty of wearing rubber flip flops with an outfit, but these are only really appropriate for the beach, the shower, and summer camp. Sorry gals, but I promise there are comfortable sandals out there! 

Over-The-Top Platform Heels

Not only are these shoes bad for your feet (I'd like to keep my ankles well enough in tact that I can wear heels for the next 50 years instead of the next 20), but they are slightly stripper-ish. Can celebs work them on the red carpet like no other? You bet. Are they appropriate for anything you could be doing in your life, unless you are a certain kind of woman of the night? Definitely not. I am praying that this trend ends ASAP. 

Looks from "Looks To Lose" via People StyleWatch

Christian Dior Spring Couture 2012

Jenny Packham Spring 2012 Bridal