Spring Shopping: Madewell

Spring is always the hardest season on my wallet because I LOVE color, and we are coming into that special time of year when every retailer embraces color.    J.Crew has done it in a big way this year (I can always rely on them for my favorite brights), however I was surprised that their historically more neutral little sister, Madewell,  is also bursting with color right now.   Don't these looks have you giddy and ready for BBQs and beach days?

While I'd happily wear almost any of the pieces above, (and I see a pair of yellow jeans in my future)  I have limited myself to one new piece: a pair of their colorful flats. I just can't decide, kelly green or cobalt blue?

Video Catalogs: Spring/Summer 2012

I love seeing fashion in motion. So, I'm a huge fan of this trendof film replacing static images to share new collections with the world.  Some Spring film catalogs are already showing up on the interwebs... here are some fun ones...

This Betina Lou video perfectly captures what I want my summers to be (sitting on the beach, biking through sunny fields, and of course high-waisted shorts and striped tees)

This Opening Ceremony film is just a video they made while shooting some of their Spring looks, but it's fun to see the variety of models and styles they have.  Plus, I'm in love with the diamond striped t-shirt and skirt combo around 1:15.

 I also love Charlotte Taylor's fun bright Spring Summer 2012 patterns and mirror affect..

Line to Love: Heidi Merrick

I've been eyeing Heidi Merrick ever since I saw the awesome gold leaf print (in pants and a skirt above) that was a part of her Fall 2010 line.  (How aresome are those pants?!  Still available here.)

No surprise, the spring 2012 line is awesome.  She uses some of my favorite colors: coral, neon yellow and turquoise in perfect breezy outfits that could go anywhere from the beach to a night out.   These lineups (all photos from HeidiMerrick.com)  went straight up to my inspiration board.

Loving: Kate Spade Spring 2012

I caught the Kate Spade spring 2012 on Facebook today and I love all of the bright colors.  Doesn't this lineup make you want to rewind back to summer? It's so bright and cheery!

Of course I love this orange and white outfit, but what caught my eye was the "Eat Cake for Breakfast" bag.  I love the motto and it almost reminds me of a re-imagined version of a canvas tool bag.

Colorful Suits for Spring 2012

I've got suits on the brain.  And, once I decided I was looking for the perfectly unique suit,  I started noticing them everywhere!  There was an especially colorful selection on the spring 2012 runways, including lots of neon and pink.  

(All photos from Style.com)