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This is part FIVE of an ongoing series to get you thinking about buying some pieces now that will surely be hot trends for Spring.  This is one of my favorites because it can be worn in so many different ways with so many different pieces from dresses to skirts to tops and jackets.  And, as you may already know from my Outfit of the day postings on Instagram, I do love me some stripes. 

 Spring 2012 Must-Try Trend: Sporty Chic

A combination of preppy and sporty-  beyond the basic locker room sensibility-  this trend is pulled together in a sophisticated way with its mixed us of ”hard” fabrics like techno-like and neoprene, combined with soft drapey (think lux sweatshirt) fabrics, silks and soft leathers. The use of racing stripes of color and combinations with soft greys, taupes and navy all make it work.

I love dressing up, but sometimes I just want to go casual, but still wear a trend. Here are a couple of wears to go casual and still be sporty chic.

Gap did an amazing  collection for Spring and has many items available now that have the Sporty Chic vibe. My favorite look pairs a sporty stripe sweater and bright ponte blazer with basics that every girl has in their closet: skinny denim, a button up shirt and oxford flats.  I’m not a sneaker fan, but I’d pair this Gap look with some sleek sneakers or edge it up with a pair of metallic Converse low tops.

Not quite sure you want to take it to such a casual level? How about incorporating a  Rag & Bone leather skirt, woven sandals from Alexander Wang and a Marc by Marc Jacobs slouchy leather bag in the hottest hue for Spring – Yellow with  Jason Wu’s Varsity Wool Sweater. This is also great way to wear the trend now and into those cool Spring days.  I’d also pair this sweater with sleek, racing stripe trousers by 10 Crosby and towering platforms for a sporty chic look with an edge.

 The Spring 2012 Runway had a field of Sporty Chic looks ranging from Alexander Wang to VPL and my favorite French girl, Isabel Marant. Below, Marc Jacobs gives us preppy yellow with butter leather for a new twist on texture. While BCBG brings on the red stripes for a dress I can imagine styling every which way. The addition of a techno fabric sporty jacket takes Altuzarra’s famous florals to a whole different realm. How will you be wearing the sporty chic trend?

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