By Anna Maria Petrov

Staff Writer

The New Year is currently in its transition from winter to spring and the fashion world is preparing to introduce up and coming trends that are sure to catch the eye of every fashion lover.

As the seasons change in California, the warm weather opens the door for more light fitting clothing in pastel colors. The fashion designers bring forth new and returning ideas that have been improved upon each year.

According to Glamour magazine, black and white combinations as well as blue and white have dominated the fashion runways featured in many designers’ collections. Another color pallet included in this spring’s wardrobe is yellow, ranging from formal wear to casual. The all-white outfit combo can be seen as well. This gives the impression that too much of one color in a whole ensemble is not overdoing it.

This upcoming season will also include popular color patterns  inspired by traditional military shades. The style’s appearance on the fashion runways suggest it will make a comeback.

Another trend that has caught everyone’s eye is the Gingham style, also mentioned by Glamour. The trend reintroduces the classic plaid pattern in a  sophisticated and laid back way, combining pencil skirts and cropped top or mid-length skirts and blazers. Mid-length dresses in the spring collections will share the same pattern.

The many different shades and patterns of new shirt dresses will be a welcome and comfortable addition to this season’s lineup.  Perfect for the warm weather, the Kimono-Style Trench coat brings a whole new perspective of the classic trench coat that has been popular in past decades, especially among men.

The polo-style shirt trend returns to runways and stores like JCPenney and LACOSTE. The very trendy one shoulder cut dresses and blouses have made the cut in this year’s spring line up.

All-time favorite and timeless looks including denim in the form of dresses, trousers, jackets, vests, skirts, and jeans are also in style. These classic pieces can always be paired with white crop tops, t-shirts or even blouses. Denim seems to always be in style, making an appearance every year.

The anticipation for spring is unbearable, but when the time does come, the wait will have been worth it.