Menswear billowed into womenswear.The androgyny laid not in cutting a man's suit for a woman, but taking those elements that define a man's wardrobe and blowing it out with a feminine angle. Like a tuxedo shirt that melts into draped jersey. Or suit pants that slit upen to reveal another trouser.

Spring was designed in sheer delight. Whether crochet or clear like water, we see through next spring, and so will you.

Let the leg out. While we're still loving the maxi, they're being steered in a sexier route. Thigh high slits make the floor length look thankfully less austere.

"Florals in spring. Groundbreaking." Exactly why we're so surprised it was so strong for Spring 2012. But it was positively everywhere. The trend forecasters must have predicted rain, because designers listened. That or they all independently decided that now is the time for a communal bloom. Floral or not, it's all about the pattern mash. Loud and proud, ladies.

Floral print dress not for little girls. Leifdottir, $104

Serious rocker studded denim vest. Alice by Temperly, $150

Over sized sunglasses shield the world, girls. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $98

Black leather mom cool bag. Big Buddha, $66

Comfort and style mutually agree upon black wedges. DV by Dolce Vita, $50

Because we all know you’re really eyeing Harlow’s jelly shoes. Juicy Couture, $70

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DRESSES: Maxis are breezy and make sitting on the ground no sweat. Little dresses are a blast, but don’t forget safety shorts. Try a romper for the built in safety short.

From left to right, click to shop: Unif, Dorothy Perkins, Topshop, Mara Hoffman, Derhy, Dorothy Perkins, Miss Brown, Topshop, Fashion Conscience, Matta, Malene Birger, Topshop, HMR

TOPS: If you’re going high waisted on the bottom, go for a croppy top. Sheer, jersey, and peace signs are all your friend.

From left to right, click to shop: Mara Hoffman, Otis & Maclain, Topshop, Foley + Corinna, Delia’s, French Connection, Topshop, Michael Stars, Lee, Z by Zandra Rhodes, Unif, Wildfox

SKIRTS: Long makes for swingy dancing. pull it up to make a dress. Short skirts + bathing suit bottoms work for play.

From left to right, click to shop: Fashion Conscience, Ruche, Delia’s, Topshop, Dorothy Perkins, Firetrap, Michael Kors, Lamie Panacotta, Delia’s

SHORTS: Fringes from pockets? Yes please! These wild shorts come are a feast for the eyes. Be loud on the bitty bottom.

From left to right, click to shop: Vena Cava, Diane von Furstenberg, Current Elliot, Missoni, PRPS, SuperTrash, Reluxe, Cacharel, Stine Goya

SHOES: So important to have shoes that secure your feet well. You don’t want to be slipping in flip flops at a festival. TOMS are perfect to climb everywhere, but strappy sandals will keep you dancing all Coachella long.

From left to right, click to shop: TOMS, Loeffler Randall, Steve Madden, OTBT, Diane von Furstenberg, TOMS, Jades24, Fabio, OTBT

For this edition of MISTER TRENDS  I am covering floral print for men this season. The inspiration for this trend comes from D&G’s S/S 2011 collection. Many men might see a floral print and thin of a very feminine summer dress but the tables have turned and now guys and have some flower power in their closets.

For starters a floral shirt can be done right if done subtle. For instance this PS by Paul Smith shirt is absolutely beautiful but can be worn under any basic sweater or blazer as the pop.

Speaking of sweater this basic black one from Topman with a little floral detail around the neck is perfect for those in between days that Spring can offer.

If you want to go for a bolder look than the bright yellow floral pants that photographer Scott Schuman caught this man in can probably work for you.

Now your accessories can be as bold as can be. Since they are smaller you can wear any basic outfit and throw these floral Ray-Bans on for cool look that is still on trend. I think Dr. Marten shoes are extremely masculine was pleasantly surprised that they offered a whole floral collection for this season and even a few more for fall.

This is a great trend, but make sure not to over kill or you’ll look like you’ve been trapped in a bad flower garden.

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Macy’s chose 8 lucky contestants out of 19,000 applicants to be made over by Clinton now the responsibility is solely in your hands. Each contestant has a video on Macy’s Facebook page and you can vote for your favorite to send them onto the next round. The ultimate winner receives the Million Dollar Makeover, though you can get a $500 gift card just for voting. And you can use that $500 to buy these three trends for summer — see what I did there?

Floral Prints – Clinton notes that florals are bold and graphic this season but they’re not just for day — a print grounded in black is great for the evening.

White – For a clean white look, gals should avoid too many bright colors and instead opt for neutrals with just a “pop of bright,” such as a shoe or handbag.

The Utility Pant – The usually tough, military-inspired pant can be softened with the addition of a little sparkle. Clinton threw a sequined top and a leather jacket over a pair of cargos for an evening look.

Check out the video below and see how the models appear through the magic of fashion wearing each of the season’s trends.

All you have to do to enter is email MAC@FashionIndie.com with a picture of your best look for spring. Be original, creative , and most importantly stylish just like the French Connection brand. The contest will run until Tuesday the 22nd and winners will be announced on Wednesday, the 23rd.

Good Luck!

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Tomorrow, Friday August 20, Gilt Groupe, the invitation-only online (here’s an invite)shopping phenomenon, will host an exclusive Target Designer Sale beginning at 12pm EST and lasting through the weekend.

Prior to availability in Target stores and on Target.com this fall, the virtual pop-up store will offer limited quantities of select styles from three upcoming Target limited-time-only Designer for Target collections, including Tucker for Target (women’s apparel), Mulberry for Target (handbags) and John Derian for Target (home décor). 

This sale is a new take on the “Target pop-up” shop concept for which Target has become known. Once only accessible to fashionistas in a specific location, this virtual pop-up store offers the whole country early access to the highly coveted limited-time-only collections before anyone else.  

(All items are final sale since they are in limited quantities and members are being provided early access.)

The collections will be available in Target stores and on Target.com this fall – Tucker and John Derian hit stores in September, while Mulberry will be in stores in October.

Here’s a preview of what you’ll find on Gilt Groupe’s Target sale tomorrow:

Tucker for Target:

Mulberry for Target:

John Derian for Target:

Not a member of Gilt Groupe?  Here is an invite to the invitation-only site. Take advantage of this fabulous sale!!

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Today’s Bombshell is Ugandan-Canadian plus-size model, Sunday from Calgary:

She say, “I’m very excited about the direction that plus-size fashion is headed in the fashion industry.”


“My style is always changing, but at the moment: Dressy, Floral, Comfortable, Vintage and Sophisticated.”

You can check out her website at www.sundayomony.com.
Do you think she has what it takes to be the next big plus-size model?

Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and your Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.

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T.I. hit up the red carpet of the 2010 MTV Movie Awards last night…

…and I must say this one is for the books. I’m not usually a fan of anything orange, but he knocks this look out of the park! I especially love how his pocket piece doesn’t match the shirt entirely. Aviators and spectator shoes complete his dapper look.

Alexandra Burke made an appearance at the Capital Radio Summertime Ball…
Rocking a black A-line, asymmetric frock and black sandals, something could’ve been used to make the outfit pop. Hmm…perhaps a colored shoe?

LaLa was spotted sipping a frappe at the Kari Feinstein MTV Movie Awards style lounge…

While I’m starry-eyed over her Givenchy booties and hot pink tote, I’m a little confused. I thought she was Kim K before I enlarged the pic. Hmm…

Veronica Webb appeared at The Perfect Cup by Skinny Cow event looking radiant…

This floral grayscale dress fits her body perfectly, and I especially love the visible zipper on the side. Black peep-toe pumps complete this hot look!

Eva Mendes made her way to the 9th Annual Butterfly Ball…

And she looks absolutely stunning in this white halter Grecian gown with gold detailing at the trim. It’s the perfect dress for any high class event this season. Hot! She completes her look with gold accessories.

Omarion also hit up the MTV Movie Awards going tieless in a tailored gray suit and white button down…

His look could’ve gotten an A+ from me if those cuts in his eyebrows were non-existent. Some trends should just stay buried in the 90s time-capsule.

And last but not least, Sean “Diddy” Combs…

Who just let me down. I love his jacket, but not with those jeans. The shades of both are too close, and that’s a denim jacket no-no. And the black tee, though casual, kind of makes him a little less approachable. Plus it’s summer. We want some color, Diddy!

That’s my 5 cents on the goings-on of the weekend.

What say you?

~Vuitton

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Refinery 29 recently asked their readers their thoughts about floral denim, and I have my own answer for them. Floral denim was big back in the early 90s and has surprisingly made a grand resurgence this spring, showing up at stores like Levi’s, TopShop and H&M. But while some may be skeptical about the future of floral denim, I personally think that with the proper styling, floral denim can be cool! I recommend rocking floral jeans with basic, solid colors- a black tank top with a black blazer and black gladiator sandals or a grey tee with a grey cardigan and grey boots. Floral is already a very busy print so you don’t want to go overboard with contrasting prints or colors. Slap on some fun, solid jewelry and you’ve got yourself a trendy yet safe way to rock floral denim this spring!

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