Predictions: Fashion

Incorporating new trends into our apparel is almost as hard as following through on yearly resolutions. But as 2010 begins, the fashion forecast is bringing a breezy transition.

Old trends will continue with famous designers collaborating with department stores. Rodarte has already partnered with Target until Jan. 31 to provide looks starting at $9.99.
But new trends in color and fit will be explored in many fashion houses, and will provide greater versatility.

Color will be important. Think nude, peach and powder blue for women, and chocolate brown and hints of army green for men.

Pinches of coral, scarlet and white will also appear, as seen on Donna Karan’s spring 2010 women’s runway. But I think simplicity is the key to using bold color. 

Style-wise, this upcoming year will provide boyish silhouettes made feminine and messy hairstyles for women, courtesy of loose chignons or teased ponytails, according to W Magazine’s January 2010 issue. 

For men, style will definitely return to old world simplicity. Burberry’ 2010 men’s collection, found on their Web site, reminded me of ’50s period films.

Sport coats will no longer be worn with jeans, but with slim slacks and either untucked or tucked-in cotton shirts.

These styles may sound a bit involved at first, but when paired with a distressed brown leather coat or a pair of canvas sneakers, they are instantly dressed down for the day.