March 2010

Bold prints are a hallmark of spring fashion and the floral prints this year are bloomin’ terrific. These ladylike and lovely versions have a timeless design element worth investing in. From abstract to Asian, there’s a perfect print for your fashion landscape.

Garnet Hill

Fuschia flowers are fresh with navy, sophisticated with grey, dramatic with black and serene with white.

David Meister

Keep a floral print from being overwhelming by limiting the color palate. An abstract watercolor pattern makes an elegant statement with enough depth to the colors to wear it year round.

Lucky Brand

A kimono print adds a sense of levity to any outfit while the canvas construction lightens your load.

The very first issue of MINT (Going for Bold) was all about black and white items. And, in a what-goes-around-comes-around, ebb-and-flow, yin-and-yang vein, black and white is back. But this time, with a neutral twist. Update your current pieces with a beige accessory or pick up something all together new.

Ann Taylor

With the draping at the neckline, short raglan sleeves and the updated black and white pattern, this blouse is spot on.

Diane von Furstenberg

Chevroned and chic, this can be dressy or casual. Try it with heels for dinner or a simple sandal and denim jacket for spring travel plans.

Kate Spade

The mother of this color palette are the non-venomous Pythonidae snakes, a.k.a. pythons. A python print heel, bag or belt will instantly upgrade whatever you’re wearing this spring.