Sale season is full on! Before you buy everything in sight, think about whether it’s something you would still be wearing in the next few months or not.
Based on runway shows for Spring/Summer 2008, here’s a quick list of what’s to expect in the ever-changing world of fashion.
What’s hot:
1. Grecian. Wear anything drapey, in jersey, as a top or a dress, This look is great for day or night. Pair with strappy gladiator sandals, or high heels for evening.
2.
Booties. Boots that are cut to the ankles– high-heeled or flats, lacedup or buckled, even the open-toed variety, some are mutated to look like strappy sandals that come up to the ankles. Basically, any shoe that buckles or zips up to the ankles.
3.
Gladiator sandals–flats or the heeled variety, the more straps, the better.
DOLCE VITA faux-snake gladiator sandals, shopbop.com4.
Color! Color! Color! For this Spring/summer, colors are worn in the most unexpected combinations. Not just with accessories, but full ensembles and different prints. Some of the Hot colors for ‘08: Yellow, orange, purple, cobalt blue.
ALICE +OLIVIA Tie-neck dress, neimanmarcus.com
DIOR Cannage bag, neimanmarcus.com 
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN hot pink d’Orsay wedge, neimanmarcus.com 5.
Hair accessory: headband look–wide or multiple skinny straps. You may style it with or without bangs. use plastic, elastic, fabric/scarf.
6.
Maxi-dress for casual days or evening occasions–I personally love maxi-dresses because they’re flattering for all body types. They tend to hide body flaws, while showing off the right curves. For formal parties, forego the satin gown and instead make a dramatic entrance with a flowy maxi-dress.
MICHAEL KORS Caftan, neimanmarcus.com7.
Wide-legged trousers–we’ve been seeing this trend come and go but I haven’t really seen the trend take off here. Maybe because they’re not as flattering on petite women.
ROBERT RODRIGUEZ top and pants, neimanmarcus.com8.
Waisted skirts. The 50s look was a popular trend in many of the shows. It’s not the the full circle skirt for boogie dancing, but still high-waisted that swing with movement, cinched with a belt.
9. Florals. Led by Balenciaga, floral prints–from tiny to bold ones–are back for Spring!
T-BAGS floral dress, neimanmarcus.com10.
Bangles/Cuffs — not piled-on as the previous year’s, but this time, a single big cuff or bangle will do. Embellished, carved, bejewelled, wired, etc– the wider the better.
Bangles and cuffs from Aldo (Bonifacio High Street), Firma (Greenbelt 3), Felicity (Shangri-La Plaza Mall), and Get Happy (Rustan’s Dept Store) 11.
Metallics continue to be hot for Spring/Summer 2008.12.
See-through — There were lots of see-through fabric on the runways of Louis Vuitton, Karl Lagerfeld, Ann Sui, among others– tops, jackets, dresses, skirts, even pants! The trick is in layering.Other spring/summer staples will be in for sure: whites and shorts, for instance.
Which trends will stay and finally leave for good? Click here to read Part II of Cherry’s Fashion Forecast!
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January 16th, 2008 at 12:04 pm
i love the Wide-legged trousers omg
January 16th, 2008 at 12:38 pm
I love how these flowy trends are forgiving to not-so-perfect figures.
It’s refreshing to see something feminine yet subtle. Especially when paired with such bold color palettes, the simple drapery is all that’s needed.
January 16th, 2008 at 8:46 pm
good thing i like flats cause before this year comes i already brought glasiator sandals,, i juts feel they are worth it to use this 2008
January 16th, 2008 at 8:51 pm
i love grecian style dresses
not a big fan of maxi dresses and ankle booties though…
January 17th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
I’m looking for a grecian-inspired or maxi dress for a formal beach wedding. Any ideas where I can get one?
January 17th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Hey Chrissy! Yes, check out
1)House of Laurel for Grecian dresses in jersey.
2)DETAILS– They’ve got silver/gold maxi dress (more formal), also in cotton jersey color block maxi-dresses (semi-formal). THE RAMP and ROCKWELL
Good luck!
January 18th, 2008 at 11:16 am
Hi Cherry
I love the Grecian dresses and wedge shoes…they make me look taller and not so big… well, you see, i have gained a lot after giving birth, apart from the fact that it runs in the family.. and as always, it is not easy to take off the excess weight, but am trying…the Loub’s are hot, don’t you think?…
Live well,Monic
January 18th, 2008 at 3:09 pm
oh god! that yellow dress… *drools*.. oooh wait, are loud-bold RINGS in these days? i saw beyounce wearing at cosmo mag
January 20th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
What’s a good store where I may buy wide-legged trousers?
January 21st, 2008 at 11:13 pm
hi! how can the grecian style look good in a petite woman? m not very comfortable showing off my legs. can i wear it with leggings? what shoes are ok with them if i wear with leggings? will flats do?
January 22nd, 2008 at 4:00 am
where can i buy nice knee high boots that are around 3K (or less) only? i need it ASAP.
January 22nd, 2008 at 12:35 pm
I love the white and green combo… So cool looking!
January 22nd, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Hi Tiffany. Check out K2 or Kirin kirin. They usually have China-made boots there. Im sure you can find boot below P3k. Glorietta 1 and MArket!Market! You can also try RUSTY, Glorietta, Galleria, and Dept Stores.
January 22nd, 2008 at 9:03 pm
thanks cherry! Ü where is k2 and kirin kirin though?
January 23rd, 2008 at 12:02 am
hey tiffany– K2 and Kirin Kirin are in Glorietta 1, near the old QUAD cinemas. Also in Market! Market!
January 23rd, 2008 at 12:18 am
Hi abi! I dont think pairing a Grecian dress/top with leggings will help a petite frame. Try long, skinny jeans instead, with heels.
If you prefer to wear flats but are afraid to show your legs, try something longer, maybe just above the knee, but without jeans or leggings.
Or go all the way– floor length. Think: Eva Longoria in her red carpet looks!
January 30th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
where can i buy gladiator sandals similar to the one in the photo? budget 2k
i love that it’s simple.. no strings to tie up around the lower legs!
February 8th, 2008 at 12:30 pm
how about the fashion for jeans ??
February 8th, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Hi cherry.where can i buy skinny jeans?? im really skinny. i want something that really fits. thanks
February 12th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
hi cherry! Where can I find gladiator sandals that are as fab but a lot cheaper?? I really want to pull the look with a cute pair.. Thanks!!
February 17th, 2008 at 10:39 pm
@kobekitten, hey i finally found fab gladiator sandals that are below 2k budget at People are People.. the designs are wonderful but I’m really not sure about the durability and how long the design is going to be available at the store.. although PrP shoes are usually of good quality..
But if there is still a cheaper brand, better! as long as the quality is satisfying..
February 25th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Hi all! Check out our shop for maxi dresses with fun prints and one particular chiffon grecian style maxi
http://thefashionconnection.multiply.com/
February 26th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
hi cherry! i love that wide legged trousers, do you know where can i find them? thanks..:)
February 28th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
i love the hot pink wedge!
so sexy!!!!