The best way to usher in a new fashion season is with clothes and accessories that are feminine, modern and extremely wearable.
This season, fashion differs dramatically from years past. For a start, the palette is softer.
“The colors are more muted with very natural embellishments,” said Laura McDowell, T.J. Maxx fashion spokesperson.
White is clearly a favorite, with neutrals a close second. When mixed with color, the look is softer and very contemporary. Try navy with white (for the ever-popular nautical look), yellow, chocolate brown and oatmeal as complementary color tones. Graphic black and white combos look surprisingly fresh.
Perhaps the biggest options are spring’s array of pants-they run the gamut from cropped, wide gauchos to Bermuda shorts/skimmers. Also look for slender capris, long, slouchy trousers and high-waisted sailor pants. Feminine blouses are the ideal accompaniment: Choose a billowing, Victorian-style ruffled blouse, or the classic, always-in-style button down. The little black dress has been replaced by “the little white dress,” with light, feminine detailing. Jackets are back. Look for cropped,...