Fave looks from New York Fashion Week

HairNistas,

Such a busy schedule that somehow I missed New York Fashion Week last week!

How'd THAT happen!  It's THE show for Spring 2015, and the fashions that grace the runway at NYFW are a preview for what we'll see in stores and in fashion this spring.

Well, the good thing about blogging is that I can still do a recap a week late, LOL. Here are a few fave looks, courtesy of eBay and Essence.com, featuring street looks and what sizzled on the runway.

Street style: Love the detail here. Those boots, tho!!

Street style: YSL! Need I say more!

I like this vintage-inspired look from Richard Chai. It might not be something I'd automatically turn to, but with the accessories, yaaasss! Photo credit: Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Supermodel Naomi Campbell is escorted down the NYFW runway with Zac Posen, in a beautiful Zac Posen gown.

This bodysuit from Jay Godfrey! Serving 'em.

90s flashbacks

By Tenisha Mercer
www.HairNista.Blogspot.com

There they were, hanging on the display aisle in the mall -- several pairs of blue jean overalls (pants/shorts). And then there were other signs -- floral flowy skirts and shorts, crop tops, wide leg pants with exotic prints, high-waisted and even stone,washed (now called "acid" wash) jeans.

Wait. I rubbed my eyes. Have I been magically transported back to the 90s? You might think so, if you take a look at what's for sale in most trendy stores these days. From Target and Forever 21 to small boutiques, retailers are rediscovering retro 90s fashions -- complete with grunge.

Express boyfriend overalls $98

Express high waist acid wash skinnies $88

90s fashions have come back in a big way, though modified (block heels are very popular now, we haven't seen the last of color blocking and sheer shirts are still very much on trend).

Longing for nostalgia?

As someone who got my fashion life in the 90s -- and wore most if not all of these trends --- I'm not so sure I like all these nostalgic fashions making a fashion comeback. And as much as these items are all up in Goodwill (the original versions), I, for one, won't be buying some of them.

Wore these fashions once and I'm not so sure if I ever want to some of them again. What's next? It's already been a minute since the ripped and damaged jeans (although modified from back in the day) and boyfriend jeans made a strong and heavy reappearance on the fashion scene. Other than skinnies, they are just about the only trendy jeans you'll find for sale these days.

It's someone else's turn
Some of these fashions I think I'm just going to leave to the young folks. At a certain point, considering that I've worn some of these once -- they look stupid on a grown woman. I'm almost 40 and I can't think of one good reason to wear a pair of denim overalls. Not one.

Now, I'll do the crop top with a pair of high-waisted pants and I do regularly rock the damaged jeans. As far as shoes, I love a chunky heel (always have) and I absolutely love the ankle strap shoes that have made a strong comeback.

New look: ankle strap heels and damaged jeans

And I absolutely love color blocking.

But some of the other stuff? No thanks! You can have all that. I never want to see another floral anything ever again.

Is this what fashion is going back to?


 

Do you wear 90s fashions?

Florals Are Hot For Spring

Rihanna sporting floral shorts

This spring, it's all about the prints -- floral, that is.

Now, florals are a "classic" print, but they are definitely enjoying a resurgence not seen since the 90s.

What's old is new again!

Everyone is wearing florals, from First Lady Michelle Obama wearing a classic floral print sheath dress,  to singer Rihanna rocking tiny floral short shorts witha sweatshirt, torn hose and kicks in her rocker chic fashion.

If you're wearing them, make sure you wear them right -- smaller prints are probably better, floral dress prints are classic, and only mix floral prints if you are really daring!

Rock on!

Are you wearing floral this spring?

What are you wearing for spring?

At work, making it WERK! I swear their bathroom has the BEST lighting in that dark building!

I've been wearing bursts of color for months -- bright scarves and dresses -- but today is finally the first day of spring.

Add to it that most of the country is basking in super warm temps right now and I pulled out my sleeveless tangerine sheath dress today  that I got from Tarjay last season for under $20!

Speaking of tangerine, it's on trend for spring. Tangerine is one of the most popular colors this season, according to the color predictor folks at Panteone. Overall, you'll plenty of bright colors this spring.  And, in a nod that's totally retro and reminiscent of the 80s, neons are back. I can't believe it, but I saw aisles full of neon yellow, orange and blue scarves, sneakers and even sandals at Target the other day.

Not sure how I feel about this trend. Been there, done that. Adding a bit of neon flare to your wardrobe isn't a bad thing ... if done the right way. Do it wrong and you'll be looking like a HAM!

What colors are you wearing for spring?