April 8th Fashion Beauty Friend Friday: Spring Trends or What I'm Wishing For!

 First off, Happy birthday to my mom!  My mom is my best friend and run around partner.  She's taught me unconditional love and that you never know what surprises (usually interesting) each day may bring.

 This week's Fashion Beauty Friend Friday from Katy Rose of Modly Chic asks the question, "What are the top 5 Spring trends that you are looking forward to seeing/sporting this season?"

1.  I've been seeing a lot of 70's inspired looks out this spring, most notably the big floppy straw hat.  I scored that find this past week at Target along with a faded denim shirt.  I've thrifted some longer, fuller skirts.  Now if I can find some strappy platforms I can compete the look!

70's inspired straw hat, Target, $15

2.  I love the pop of color of all the bright lipsticks this spring.  So far, I've snapped up some bright oranges, a purple, a deep pink and some reds.  The absolute best wearable orange I've found is 24K Orange by Revlon.

L to R:  Satin Plum Revlon, 24K Orange Revlon, Orange Flip Revlon, Mauve Gabriel, Currant Gabriel, Retro Red N.Y.C.

3.  I'm happy to see white taking center stage this spring.  Airy white cotton vintage inspired tops have always been a favorite of mine, especially when paired with faded denim.  I already own several white dresses, tops, skirts and shoes so this trend won't even cost me anything.  This past winter, I thrifted a white Guess purse so now I'll finally get a chance to use it.  I'm giving a big thumbs up to trends that I can follow out of my own closet without having to buy something new!

White Guess purse, Goodwill, $3

4.  I plan on trying the color blocking trend.  I have been seeing bloggers style the color blocking trend by mixing or layering different solid colored items out of their closets.  Most of the clothes I buy are solid colors anyway, so this is another trend that I can try for free!  Who knew being in style could be so thrifty?

Red top, Gifted, Green skirt, Thrifted, Red shoes, Shoe Show, Total cost of outfit:  $14

5.  I remember the 80's when I had shoes to match all my outfits.  Oh...the joys of colorful shoes!  I am excited about this trend.  I have picked up a few pairs at Goodwill over the winter, but I am still in the market for some pretty pinks, purples, oranges, greens,blues...well, you get the idea.

Colorful shoes from Goodwill, $3

 These are the major trends I am looking forward to, but I also have a few individual items I am looking for:  a brown skirt, red skirt, denim shorts, khaki shorts and a red cardigan.  What about you?  What's on your spring wish list?  To check out other bloggers wish list, check out Modly Chic's Fashion Beauty Friend Friday April 8th post.  Happy shopping!