SUEDE PIECES

It seems that 2016 is taking a style cue from the ’70s! The texture of suede makes me feel like I’m transported right back to the 1970s. This year, suede button-down skirts, jackets, and accessories continue to be all the rage. You can wear these pieces with a bit of boho flair or create a streamlined look by pairing your suede pieces with classic silhouettes.

 ROMANTIC MAXI DRESSES

If you couldn’t get your flower child fix from the suede pieces I already have on this list, then this next trend is for you. The romantic, flowy maxi dress is a gorgeous silhouette, and it can be styled so many ways. Each of the styles below paired with some heeled booties and a crossbody bag for a breezy look.

BILLOWY SLEEVES 

Bell sleeve tops are fun to wear with shorts, pencil skirts, or your favorite pair of jeans. And they’re on the fashion forecast for 2016! It’s all in the little details.

FLAT MULES

While the heeled mule had its moment in 2015, this year, it’s all about the flat mule. This slip-on style is so easy to wear with cuffed or cropped jeans, and it gives off those effortlessly cool model-off-duty vibes. Slide into a leopard, velvet, suede, or black tasseled pair to get the look.

PRETTY PLEATED PIECES

There’s nothing more ladylike than a dress or top that has pretty pleats. In my opinion, wearing a light and airy pleated piece feels special. I found out that pleated pieces are predicted to be big this year. Capitalize on this trend by adding pretty dresses and lightweight tops to your wardrobe.

SLIP DRESSES

A slinky, silky slip dress is all you need. It’s as simple as that. This feminine silhouette has been popping up here and there lately; I’m sure it’s going to get more and more popular as the year goes on. Invest in a classic black style, one with a pop of color, or a pretty gold metallic version.

By Milica Matic