Spring Break Fashion

From runway to boardwalk

Junior Maxine D'Amico gives readers a sneak peek into this season of resort and spring wear.

With only one day left until spring break, palm trees, sunshine and surf may all be captivating your thoughts away from the much less alluring pages of textbooks. Rest assured, because you are not alone as an exploration of nature’s vibrant beauty is exactly what designers across the globe continue to unveil in their Resort Collections and Spring looks.

Even flipping through the pages of W, Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, reveals colors found only under the Caribbean Sea. The Spring 2011 looks of Alberta Ferreti’s line Philosophy, has looked to the splendor and silks of the orient with the rich and detailed designs. As the Michigan college student anticipates taking off their Uggs for summer, simply trade in your boots for some of their sandals, reminiscent of the Tuscan sun and Mediterranean.

Ferreti's spring collection

The lines of this season are clean and strong yet at the same time create the allusion that with just the softest of sea breezes they would gently flow in the wind. The variety in each designer's look book is seen in the spreads in Vogue described as “The Must-Have Looks, from Punk to Polish, Romantic to Rebel.” Beginning with the September Issue of Vogue, Fashion Designers continue to return to classic styles such as menswear for women that began with the House of Chanel for their inspirations. They are, however, translating these styles into creations that are bold and modern

So as you pack your bag for Paradise, here are a few tips to build your resort wardrobe. Glamour magazine is calling “coral” the color of the season. Even Calvin Klein, known for neutrals, is accenting his collection with coral. It is a great representation of the bright colors to select from. Add a splash of any of these colors and it is sure to be a success.

A splash of coral in Calvin Klein's 2011 collection.

Just in case it may get chilly at 65 degrees, look for 60’s influence in A-line coats as designers pull form the classics of the past. Accessories are a must this season, from playful tights, to dangerously high heels. An exotic tote and a daring hat, are the perfect final touch to your beach look as your bury your toes in the warm sand.

KATE SPADE boardwalk blocked straw hat

Dress to Impress Clutch - Lily Pulitzer