*Bom•Chick•A•Wah•Wah* - Summer Trends of 2010 & My Thoughts On Em. VOLUME II

I'm finally back to go over the rest of the 2010 Summer Trends as I see them. I'm sorry it took me so long to continue from my previous blog post, but sometimes life has a way of sneaking in a few extra distractions. Needless to say, I'm back, and more opinionated then ever...so, where did I leave off?! Oh yeah...

• Trend #6: Jumpsuits & Rompers •
ONE PIECE FASHION IS BACK & while it is a CUTE alternative to shorts and pants...this style may not be for everyone. It definitely takes a certain amount confidence to pull off this edgy look, but give it a try and decide for yourself. Jumpsuits and Rompers are not new to the fashion scene, but designers have gone out of the way to give us a new take on comfortable glamour. Ranging from business casual to elegantly edgy; rompers and jumpsuit come in a range of the lengths, colors, and cuts...easily catering to the tastes of everyone. The question is...DO YOU DARE?!

• Trend #7: Torn & Ripped Denim Jeans •
Mmmm...YES, I love me some ripped denim lol. Ripped denim was GINORMOUS in the days of the 90s rock movement and reappeared in the early spring of 2008...but now 2010 is ready to continue and embrace this fun trend. Not much has changed in the look of the style, but the difference between ripped now and ripped then is the consumer. Ripped, torn and shredded denim is now embraced by many...not just the rock scene.

• Trend #8: See Through Tops & Dresses •
Chiffon, sheer fabric Tops and dresses are major on the fashion radar! Again, this style is not new to the fashion scene, but provides the barely there, light as a feather day or night time wear that we all look forward to in the excruciating heat of the summer. The key to this lovely trend, is to keep it classy and elegant!! ♥

• Trend #9: Knee High/Thigh High Socks •
I'm sure you're thinking, "SOCKS AS A FASHION TREND?!," and if you're not well...I did! As I've had time to analyze what I once thought was a stupid trend for the summer...it makes sense to have a trend of knee high/thigh high socks in the same year as the blow out trend of the knee high/thigh high boots. The best thing about this quarky trend, is that they are multi-seasonal so feel free to take your time to ease into them. They can be worn with shorts, dresses, and rompers and be paired with tennis shoes, ankle boots and heels. This trend is not for the faint of heart, so the key to this fun trend is CONFIDENCE...CONFIDENCE IS KEY!! :)

• Trend #10: Swimwear - Single Shoulder Bikinis/Monokinis & Cut Out Bikinis •

Single Shoulder Bikinis and Monokinis - Just as the single shoulder tops and dresses made their way onto the fashion scene full time...Single Should Bikinis are now running with the trend to make a splash of their own.

Cut Out Bikinis - A trend for the adventurous...Cut Out Bikinis are also taking the torch of the cut out shirts and dresses of 2009. My personal fav of 2010!!

As enjoyable as going over the latest fashion is, I am exhausted! Please be aware that I am not a fashion expert and the above selection is my opinion and my opinion only...If you have any input please feel free to share with me. I hope this blog post finds you blessed!!

*Bom•Chick•A•Wah•Wah* - Summer Trends of 2010 & My Thoughts On Em. VOLUME I

Aaaaah...the warm weather is FINALLY here and with warm weather comes NEW fashion trends to spark the runway and enrich the dull colors of our winter wardrobes. Today I'm gonna share some of the fashion trends this spring and summer are offering && THERE'S A TWIST...My commentary on each of them lol (the good, the bad & the oh so ugly). Anyone who knows me knows I LOVE to express my OPINIONS haha...READY?!...Lets Gooooo!!

• TREND #1: HEAVY GEOMETRIC & ANIMAL PRINTS •

Everything from dresses, rompers and sweaters to fitted pants and leggings are coming in bold and edgy geometric patterns and animal prints. Stripe patterns are still definitely in, but not in their usual horizontal and vertical form. Stripes are taking on more of an optical illusion look, twisted and stacked on top of each other. Heavy printed geometric and animal leggings are going to be muy caliente for summer!

• TREND #2: FEATHERS •

Feathers Feathers Feathers!!! Feathered dresses, skirts and earrings are about to turn the volume all the way up this summer. As expected, the summer will bring out the skin, so be ready to see feathers mostly in the mini...mini skirts and dresses. Most of the feather you'll see will come in neutral tones, so if it's a skirt your wearing, maybe pair it up with a neutral colored top and try to keep it simple.

• TREND #3: NEUTRAL COLORS •

Neutral colors are ones which coordinate well with most other colors (beige, browns, black, greys and white). They create an earthy and wonderful elegant barely there look. Neutral colors are no stranger to being in the latest fashion trends they have been quite popular for the last decade...Classic!!

• TREND #4: SHORT SHORTS •

WHO LOVES SHORT SHORTS?! (remember that old Nair commercial hahahaha). Anyway...boy shorts and hot pants (that's what my mama calls all shorts lol) are making this summer all about them legs baby!!! Shorts have and always will be fun fun fun...You can pair them with stilettos for a sexy chic look, with knee high socks for the school girl look, or just rock em with simple flip flops, flats or tennis shoe for that casual and pulled together look. THE SKY'S THE LIMIT!! But a word of advice, too short is NO BUENO. There's a fine line between looking sexy and leaving little to the imagination.

• TREND #5: BLAZERS & VESTS •

Blazers and vests are still rockin the runway, but now they're paired with skirts, leggings, and shorts. And watch out cause BIG SHOULDERS are coming back with a vengeance...the 80s are now officially back and bigger then ever. Blazers and vests should be accessorized with feminine, girly and frilly things to tone down the masculinity, so having fun playing with the style.


Man-O-Man, there are so many more FANTASTIC TRENDS for Summer 2010, but I'm half starved and about to make dinner. Look out for my blog tomorrow, *Bom•Chick•A•Wah•Wah* - Summer Trends of 2010 & My Thoughts On Em. VOLUME II, where I'll continue to break down the hottest trends of the season. Hope you enjoyed Lovies.