Top Women’s Fashion Trends for Spring 2008

Spring 2008 fashion trends for women offer plenty of feminine cuts and prints, along with a turn back to the 1920s and 1930s with classic lines and simple silhouettes. Bold colors are a fresh take on the usual pastels for spring, and it’s the season where bright and eye-popping colors in accessories offer the looks du jour. Resort wear makes an appearance in March and April, but there’s plenty to choose form until then. Ready for your Spring clothing roundup? Here are the top women’s fashion trends for Spring 2008:

Spring 2008 Women’s Fashion Trend: Soft Gray
From jumpsuits to cigar pants, gray is perfectly paired with white, black, and cream pieces this season. Gray and black are perfect for the evening, while gray and white combinations work out great for the office and dressing up for the weekend. Soft gray and light pewter styles are the top picks this season, and can easily be accessorized with black and white handbags and totes.

Spring 2008 Women’s Fashion Trend: Cinched Waists
Cinched waists continue to be a top trend this season. Both wide and skinny belts can be used to create this look, and it’s most suitable for women who naturally have a long torso. Still, the look can be pulled off by petite women with the right outfit; super-skinny belts worn high around the waist can create a flattering silhouette.

Spring 2008 Women’s Fashion Trend: Flowing Florals
Floral prints are perfect for the season, and Spring 2008 draws on chiffon and super-light fabrics for a flowing, Grecian-inspired look. The one-piece styles from Stella McCartney won with this look on the runway, and variations of the look include flowing blouses and tops in both oversized and micro floral prints.

Spring 2008 Women’s Fashion Trend: Bright Candy Colors
Eye-popping candy colors are a hot topic this spring, and are making an appearance in handbags and shoes, along with the basic outfit. From bright turquoise to cherry red, a simple outfit turns playful with a rainbow of candy colors.

Spring 2008 Women’s Fashion Trend: 1930s Inspired Suits
It’s time for a flashback to the ’30s with the season’s lightweight suits and dresses with a masculine touch. Pinstripe jackets paired with a classic beret, as well as black satin suits for a streamlined silhouette, are hot items for spring. Make these pieces more feminine by adding a pair of stilettos, or wear the suit pants with a fitted halter for extra appeal.

From cinched waists in tops and dresses, to bright candy colors in accessories, Spring 2008 fashion trends for women offer plenty of fresh styles for a new look. Create your own signature look with a few key pieces that will keep you in line with the season’s trends.