What to Wear/Buy in 2010

What better way to start the New Year then to update your look. Say good by to ‘09 and hello to 2010 with some new (and old) staples that will make you feel like you bought a whole new wardrobe.

We sometimes think that to start the new year off right we need to throw out the old and bring in the new…but that’s not always the case. Alhough 2010 is blooming with mixed prints, slouchy silhouettes and sequins, these are all items you may find in your closets from previous seasons.

For starters, keep anything from a floral to a funky print. These are pieces you’ll find yourself wearing for this Spring. Ditto for your boyfriend blazer, white tee and tights, but as for  your boyfriend jeans, you can pack them away. This season it’s all about a soft pant in lightweight fabrics like jersey and silk which will become the new “go-to” style for pants.

Sequins were everywhere–we say them early Fall and then they dominated for the Holiday season.  For Spring 2010, look for a sequin jacket in a print like this one from ASOS which retails for only $40.97.  This printed or even ombre sequin look is a great way to update your look for 2010–not to mention, you won’t have to add any extra accessories.

For a more casual jacket, choose a tweed style that screams vintage and modern at the same time. For shoes, the “shootie” will remain a staple item, but try one in bold color and an open-toe style for Spring.

And don’t forget to pick up some fun accessories to finish off your new look! Anything chunky is still on-trend,  but if you’re looking for one item that will compliment anything in your wardrobe–choose over-sized links! These chunky chains are the latest must-have accessory and they’ve come a long way from those 90’s rap videos!

Here are some of my favorite picks for 2010 for under $50…. Enjoy!