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NYC Fashion Week Spring 2014

Fashion week has started in New York and while the rest of us are slowly easing into Autumn the fashion world is looking towards Spring.  Truth be told, I'm much more a fan of the Fall Ready-to-Wear season then Spring, but even though I'm looking forward to sweaters, blazers, boots, and tweed a few spring outfitting ideas have caught my eye.

Two Looks from Organic by John Patrick
I can definitely rock a version of this right now. Shorts with a button down and cardie--a perfect  transitional season outfit!

I'm responding to the chic ease of this look.  And, of course if there's dishabille menswear to be worn I'm all for it. 
 
Two Looks from Whit

Whit is not a label I'm familiar with, sort of stumbled upon. The concept hear of mixing a bright print with black n' white stripes, or zebra print could be a winner next spring.

Or, black n' white printed pieces with a standout jewel-tone top/blouse could be a more realistic take than the bright print above.
 
Looks from ZAC Zac Posen

This is Zac Posen's secondary line and the mix in this look, floral skirt with tough leather jacket, is a good trick to try out now. Bring summer dresses into fall with a jacket or blazer in a contrasting material. 

 
Here, more black n' white and print mixing. I'm going to call it now and say black n' white mixed prints will be a big trend next spring.
 
all images via Style.com 

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