- Knee-highs

To anyone female who’s ever endured catholic school, knee highs are something they’d like to soon forget right along with the polyester plaid skirts. But before you get your kerosene, knee high socks, as well as over-the-knee and thigh high socks, are back and looking better than ever. Pair them with your favorite boots and you have a runway ready look.

- Military and Tribal Styles

A combination of the military trend and the more savage side of the tribal trend, the spring 2010 hybrid of the two leaves the formal and decorated style of military detailing behind. Elements of this style include metallic detailing on clothing, tunics; especially in leather, chain mail-inspired detailing, and other tribal inspired motifs with a modern twist.

- Sportswear

Sportswear takes on a whole new level of cool when it hits trend status in 2010. The key to this look is engineered by way of cropped tops, low rise loose pants to expose the waistband of an under-layer; comfortable, lightweight jersey fabrics, football-style shoulders. Woven into the effortless sportswear look are super-feminine elements like sheer fabrics and heels.

- Blazers

The key to this spring 2010 look is make it oversized. It shouldn’t swallow you, but it should be slightly loose fitting. Another key is to roll up the sleeves, for a laid-back, comfortably cool look.

- Abstract prints and lots of color

This season, expect lots of wild prints in as equally wild colors.  Spring 2010 runways have shown bright clean turquoise, orange and hot pink, as well as softened coral and turquoise. Spring 2010 fashions will utilize all the shades necessary to create pretty, feminine patterns with an artistic edge.

- Oxfords

Once a staple in the footwear of yesteryear, designers are jumping on the Oxford trend and revamping this classic, clean style. Pair them with you favorite pair of ripped jeans or an aforementioned blazer and you’ll have the perfect Spring look, ready for 2010. FashionUS, an online style blog, has a great list of different styles and prices of these super stylish kicks.

- Hot Pants vs. Tap Pants

If there’s any reason to inspire you to hit the gym this spring, it’s the return of much dreaded hot pants. The high waisted vintage hot pants are in this Spring, but if you’re not confident with your physique or just don’t like showing your assets to the world, the loose boy shorts or Tap Pants are the hot pants cooler, polar opposite. These longer, flowing loose fitting shorts look best when paired with an over sized button down or a v-neck and a blazer.

Wintertime can be a beautiful, joyous season, but in terms of fashion, all that bulky clothing can get kind of frustrating. Because bulk only leads to one thing: that Abominable Snowman look, which is never in style.

Speaking of snowmen, I can’t stress enough how horrible and out-of-style “marshmallow” coats have become – to be honest, I’d rather brave the outdoors in a t-shirt and shorts.

Ideally, you want to find a winter ensemble that will fit your personality, be stylish, and keep you warm.

First off – and this goes with any season – it’s important to purchase form-fitting items. Be proud of your body – even if you’ve got some problem areas, they will only look worse if you allow yourself to get swallowed up in a shapeless sweater. Show off your asserts with clothes that match your body shape, without delving too far into the low-cut and super-tight.

Second, remember to jazz up your winter attire with jewelry and scarves. Scarves can be draped strategically to accentuate and hide certain areas, and they’re becoming more fashionable every day.

Similarly, bracelets and earrings take some of the pressure off your body, allowing people to focus on your unique personality and good taste – or maybe that new haircut and French manicure. Plus, accessories are a great way to make different outfits stand out, even if you’re stuck rotating the same two or three jackets throughout the winter months.

As usual, this year’s cold weather brought with it a fresh array of coats and jackets, designed to keep your warm while looking chic.

When shopping for jackets, it’s important to consider your wants – are you looking for something warm, dressy, durable, fashionable? Do you want to be able to wear your jacket skiing down a mountain, walking up the street, or dining at a fancy restaurant?

Although a winter sports jacket might not be appropriate for all social situations, keep in mind that these are often extremely well made, offering thick insulation to keep your teeth from chattering. Alternatively, a tweed jacket might look more stylish, but you’ll probably have to layer other items to get the same level of warmth.

I always try to find a nice balance between fashion and warmth – I want to look good, but I have a very low tolerance for cold weather. If you’re like me, a faux fur jacket, leather jacket, or suede jacket might be the way to go – they’re available in a variety of fashionable colors and lengths, and tend to be surprisingly warm on the inside, as they are often insulated with wool.

Some game makers are capitalizing on this trend, and have released a variety of fashion-themed games. These can be a lot of fun for little girls, especially the programs designed to run on a computer, which allow users to dress up a model or character with visible results. Games like these are also great for a child’s self esteem, since there are no wrong answers – children can go as far as their imaginations will take them. If they want a lime green purse with a hot pink dress, such an arrangement is only a click away.

Of course, parents should keep in mind that their children’s interest in fashion is an opportunity for education as well. They can learn about classic looks and styles, but some of the lessons run deeper – for example, that clothing should express your individuality, and creativity is always embraced in the fashion world. There are certain economic lessons as well, as many of the children’s fashion games involve virtual shopping malls, which introduce concepts of spending and budgeting money.

In fact, a lot of your favorite clothing stores – both online and off – offer great sales, discounts, and coupons, you just need to know where to look.

One great way to stay up-to-date on the best bargains is to subscribe to a store’s email list or become a member of whatever rewards club is available. You might even hear about exclusive coupons and deals not available to regular shoppers. I am a member of the GAP, and probably every week I receive at least one really nice sale item or discount coupon.

Another money-saving strategy is to purchase items like the brands you love, as opposed to the brands themselves. Let’s say you find a pair of Jimmy Choos you really like – well, except for the $500 price tag.

Don’t fret! Browse online for a bit, and you should be able to find a shoe of the exact same style – the only difference will be the lack of a Jimmy Choo logo. A lot of people love their logos, but I think it’s worth it to go without when there are hundred of dollars on the line.

Finally, making savvy material choices can be a great way to save money on clothes. You might try looking for faux leather or fur instead of the real thing, for example, since real leather and fur can sometimes cost thousands of dollars. By shopping smart, you’re looking at a similar product for under $200!

As with most other accessories, hats come in a variety of shapes, materials, and styles, so you can find the perfect look for every climate and occasion. A lot of the hats that were once worn primarily by men are now being marketed to women, and vice versa.

The most popular hats for women are cloche hats (pictured), Fedoras (yes, even for women!), berets, straw hats and sarge or cadet caps. You can also purchase hats as part of a pair or set, which might include gloves and/or a scarf. This is a nice choice if you’re a fan of matching outfits!

Some people look really good in hats and some people, such as myself, simply cannot pull it off! It doesn’t matter what kind it is, I simply do not look good. It’s somewhat annoying considering all the cute styles available out there – I hope you have better luck!

And remember, not all fashion presents have to be wearable. For example, if you’re shopping for a child just getting into personal style, you might want to buy her a fashion computer game. These are both fun and educational, with tips to promote self esteem and encourage smart money management. Young teens, however, might prefer something they can wear, like a whimsical cherry-print scarf.

On the other hand, a fashion-conscious woman is going to want something classy and adult, such a sequin clutch purse or diamond earrings. On tip, though: avoid shoes. Shoe shopping for women is typically a very personal, finicky process, which makes it next to impossible to shop for someone else, unless you know the exact size, brand, and model she likes to wear.

And besides, women tend to lie about shoe size as much as they do their age and weight. So those size sixes you’re eyeing might wind up being exchanged for eights!

Nowadays, however, scarves are more than just shields from the cold, but rather forms of art and fashion. They come in all sorts of colors, shapes, sizes, and materials, and you can wear them just about any day of the year. Many women use scarves as a starting or focal point for entire outfits.

As scarves become more popular and accessible in a variety of styles, it seems that the traditional neck-warming devices have graduated to become full-on items of clothing. There are even subdivisions, such as shawls and wraps.

Seriously, pick any scarf, and chances are it actually exists – and people wear it. Animal? Designers have got you covered with zebra, lion, and cheetah prints. And if stripes and spots aren’t your thing, you can also select scarves by material, from silk and velvet to cotton and wool, even more esoteric choices like fur and knit.

Scarves aren’t just worn out of necessity anymore – they have actually become articles of clothing that men and women select in order to jazz up their outfits. Personally, I think scarves’ popularity comes from their huge variety of styles and makes. After all, people love options!

Of course, the shoes we love range from all sorts of patterns, colors, styles, and accessories. Around this time of year you might get invited to a lot of different holiday parties for Christmas, New Years, and even Easter – so what shoes should you invest in? Well, your final choice depends on you, but here are a few elegant and fun choices for under $100.

Our first option is a pair of edgy metallic booties. These booties may look a little odd at first, but they are helping a lot of women dazzle the night away! Booties are like boots, except they have a lot less material covering up the shoe. They are also often high heeled and very glitzy. On the other hand, if you want to go for something a little less dressy, you could consider a pair of glammed-up sneakers. These come from Converse (of course!) and have a silvery glitter to them.

Great with jeans, mini skirts, or anything else you want to wear, our second shoe is the epitome of comfortable, a shoe that everyone has been wearing these days – the ballet flat. Ballet flats are simple, super-comfortable shoes that are also very much in style! You can choose from all sorts of materials, colors, and extra accessories, such as a Mary Jane-style flat with an added strap.

I’m a big jean wearer and, frankly, I believe you can wear just about any jean type that you want. However, there are some jean styles that are “in” and some that are “out” – way out – and yet people keep wearing them. I suppose it really depends on who you are and if you really care about fashion or what other people think.

Boot cut jeans, for example, are in and probably always will be in. These are my favorite types to wear because they are so comfortable and work with practically any shoe. Skinny jeans have just gotten popular over the last few years, sporting a straight leg shape great for sandals and open toe shoes.

People said bell bottoms were back in, but honestly, I haven’t seen too many people reviving this trend! However, long flared jeans with a sort of toned-down bell bottom look are becoming more popular. Celebs such as Katie Holmes and Ali Larter have been seen wearing these with high, open toed sandals.

Capri jeans are yet another hot trend. Capris are not only fashionable in jeans, but also a lot of other materials as well – great for those summer days when you want to wear something other than pants. I know a lot of older women prefer these as well because it allows them to wear something shorter than jeans without showing a lot of leg.