Spring Trends: Cropped leather jackets

Alexander McQueen denim-effect leather biker jacket, £2,815

Cropped jacked seem to be a big trend this spring and especially leather one. Although, I'm not a huge fan of use of real leather in production of clothing, even I must admit, that some of the designer pieces are truly gorgeous. Of course, I wont be able to purchase any of them in the nearest future, but I am really looking forward to find something suitable for me that is not so pricey. Meanwhile, have a look at some more designer goodness after a jump.

Steal the look: Pattern

Fuzzy Butterfly Dress, £22 from New Look

As it is allowed to go with the loud patterns and wild colours even after rest hour, here are some bright fashion finds to make your own rainbow-coloured cocktail of patterns and designs. Just be careful, because I suspect many fashion fails resulting from this trend.

Spring Trends 2010: Country Idyll

Alabama Chanin

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It seems that this is the best time to visit your country folks - in order to get some fresh spring air and some inspiration, because one of the hot, hot looks right now is nothing but a country idyll. Straw bags and hats, bell skirts and granny-worthy flower patterns. Have a look at more runway looks after a jump.

Spring Trends 2010: Pattern

Alexander McQueen

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This spring you can really go wild with pattern - florals, animal print, various geometrical patterns, just name it - you got it. Mix them up freely and don't be afraid to take it as bright as possible, both colour- and pattern-wise. And before you go off to inspect whether you enjoy the pattern of the kitchen curtain, check out some more pics for runway inspiration.

Spring Trends 2010: Military

 Balmain

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Sir, yes, sir - military inspired clothing is back again for this Spring combining military jackets with feminine ruffled skirts or creating truly sexified look with second-skin tight leather pants or leggings. Get some more runway inspiration after a jump.

Spring Trends 2010: Minimalism

 Calvin Klein Collection

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This spring less again is more, but this time minimalism is flavoured up with some feminine touch. The colour? Shades of white were splashed all over the runways for Spring 2010, so go for the simple. See more runway inspirations after a jump.

Spring trends 2010: Trench coat

Aquascutum

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This spring trench is back (yes, again), but this time with a frill, new lengths and some splashes of colour. See some runway styles from Spring 2010 shows after a jump.

Steal the look: Lolita

Georgia Crinkled Flower Print Dress,£20 at BooHoo

Steal one of the hottest spring runway looks and discover a Lolita in you. Go for short and frilly dresses, flower patterns and pastels, add bow headband, cute shades and knee-length socks to accentuate the girly flirt that you really are going to be this spring. More Lolita-inspired finds after a jump and click here for runway inspiration.

Spring trends 2010: Lolita

Betsey Johnson

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Forget about growing up - this spring it's time for ruffles, lace and bows - flirty, innocent, yet, oh, so bad... Let's see what Humbert has to say about that. Take a look at some of the runway Lolita fantasies after a jump and you might want to steal the look.

BooHoo Spring collection - nautical is IN

Every spring comes with nautical style returning in dresses, shoes and accessories - and I am not complaining! It's classic! Navy plus red plus white, some stripes, some golden buttons - what more can one wish? And if you are not ready to splurge on this style, take a peek at BooHoo's Spring 2010 collection and you will find some real bargains, like this dress with detachable corsage (just £20). More fashion finds from BooHoo after a jump.

Burberry Prorsum pre-fall 2010

Burberry keeps its own unique sophisticated edge, this time with military trench coats, super skinny pants and feminine ruffles and lace for a perfect autumn style. See more after a jump.

Versace pre-fall 2010

Forget about the boyfriend cardigan - it will be all about the body next fall. Super tight jeans and leggings, wasp waisted coats and neon-bright patterned bodicon dresses. See more after a jump.
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Trend Report: Boudoir

Christian Louboutin Lace up boots, SAKS

If you are not much of a biker chick an eighties are too loud for you than lecherous lace and sensual silk is what you need. Turn your wardrobe into boudoir with tight lace-up ankle boots and soft silken blouse. Don't be afraid to use lingerie elements to create sexy, yet subtle and romantic, history-inspired look. Your colours will be nude, old rose, dusty grey with little accents of black, gold and bronze. Choose soft materials as silk, satin, suede and cashmere and be ready to bewilder and coquette. More pics after a jump.

Trend Report: Autumn 2009

Julien Macdonald, Fall 2009

For this autumn everybody have gone mad for biker chic and heavy metal fantasies, personally I love this look because it is so wild and rebellious. If you want to go with this look, be careful not to exaggerate with all the leather, buckles, chains, rips and studs. Choose only few of these elements to look stylish and not like you have just got of your Harley and you have a tattoo of a scull on your buttocks. More pics after a jump.