It pick: Purple haze

With a new season, a new "it" color inevitably becomes seemingly saturated into the wardrobe of any trendsetting fashion addict. This season, ladies, the color du jour is purple. Great for spring, this color reminds us of the warmer weather and more relaxed days. Purple pieces are also key for these awkward few weeks where many fashionistas seem to experience what I like to call sartorial blues- the spring looks are in stores but a gal can't justify wearing whimsical spring pieces while its 40 degrees outside (with the exception of those women bar hopping on 4th or 6th Street -you know who you are). Purple is a sophisticated hue that works well in winter months, by pairing it with the darker fall hues like grey and black but also can easily be reinvented for spring by simply coupling it with lighter neutrals like beige or brown. Go satin for evening like Anne Hathaway in D&G and turn some heads. As Anne perfectly proves, you can't be a wallflower in this regal color-refined purple is not for shrinking violets.

Splurge: This Alexander Wang Double Breasted Top, $345, will have you seeing only purple this spring. Go casual but still be fab in these Missoni flats, $286. Or be a minimalist, in this Dior Wristlet, $990. Or go for a printed dress by Marc Jacobs that's sweet for spring, $149.
Save: Buy some purple pumps and that you'll be wearing these for many seasons to come-especially these luxe-looking Steven Binng pumps, $133. Pair this cute cami with ruffles (another trend for spring) with a badass leather jacket and you'll be nice and cozy for a night out with the flavor of the week. Or tote this trend in style with this Urban Outfitters Sabina Leather Bag, $245. Be chic and sophisticated in this Calypso Silk Dress, on sale for $84.
Steal: Go purple and punky in these casual Converse sneakers, $41. Be a purple pirate in this cute striped tunic, $40. Or layer with a cardigan in this Lux Chalet Cardi, $25. This purple bucket bag from ASOS, $40, is a great everyday bag for this season but can still be tossed away guilt-free after this trend wanes. Or keep it simple in this purple wrap dress by American Apparel, only $44.

*FYI Shakers - American Apparel has set up shop in SOCO. The previous location to Factory People.

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posted - beth / 7:36 PM / 02.24.08