Trendy Tuesday: Leather In Spring

Throughout fall and winter leather was the trendy item to wear, from leggings to dresses, leather could be seen everywhere. For Spring, on the other hand, we often move our leather pieces to the back of the closet as the weather heats up and it becomes more challenging to wear the (typically) heavy fabric.

Thanks to designers like Jason Wu, Proenza Schouler, and Phillip Lim you no longer have to shy away from wearing leather in this warmer weather. Light weight leather and laser etched cutouts and islets (which add both an airiness and more sporty feel to leather), are allowing leather skirts, shorts and blouses to make the conversion to the warmer months of fashion, and, when worn correctly, the luxurious material will have you looking and feeling cool.

The secret to rocking this leather in spring is to wear pastel and bright colors (such as lavender, mint or any other color that reflects the colors of spring flowers), or leather in light nude tones (such as tan, cream, white and beige). Also, it is important to find leather pieces that have spring cuts, such as short hem lines and cropped sleeves, as well as pieces that have some movement. In turn, your outfit will be more flirty and fun.

 

Try, for instance, going sleeveless when wearing leather. No sleeves not only means no sweat, but by wearing this layering piece you can give casual outfits more attitude, and will instantaneously create a more glamorous look.

Or, think about wearing leather shorts or pants! Wear them with a thin blouse or some elegant gladiator sandals for an effortless look that is perfect for any sunny day.

A bright leather dress with a pair of chic heals is also a sexy and edgy way to embrace this trend.

->TIP: Look for leather dresses (as well as other leather pieces) that have a peplum at the waist, as it will lighten up your look, and make it more suitable for spring. 

-Nicole Lawrence