During Fashion Week in October, the spring trends of 2012 were shown. The trends include bird patterns to pastel colors. As much as I adore the designers, the runway looks are expensive, so I’m going to show how to stay on trend this spring with six of my favorite trends for less.

Birds: Designers are using a variety of birds for abstract and graceful patterns.

Pastels: Designers use a palette of certain colors for a theme in their collection. This season from Versace to Vuitton the designers are using pastels in their spring collection.

Peplum: This clothing item is supreme. It can be seen on jackets, dresses and blouses. This flared look is this season’s must-have.

Drop Waist: Designers are modernizing the ‘20s shapeless flapper-style dresses. This is a popular look this spring.

Matte Satin: This fabric is being used with many elegant and edgy designers to give a sleek and modern look.

Abstract: Designers are inspired by abstract art for either print designers or how their clothing is designed. The geometric abstraction was evident on the runways.

Item Prices

John Zack lace shift dress, $63
Evening party dress, $90
Dorothy Perkins long sleeve top, $39
Olivia Rubin printed shirt, $95
Oasis peplum jacket, $75
Math Cropped Silk-Satin Top, $60 

What spring trends are you wearing? Send me a tweet and let’s discuss.

Stylishly Yours xoxo