10 2012 Trend Resolutions

By Chris Frey
December 30, 2011

2012 is just days away and we all know that means it’s New Year’s resolution time. But instead of hitting broken record status with promises to purge your closet or get to the gym more often, why not resolve to reconsider the ways that you do the one thing you already do pretty well: SHOP!? We have 10 resolutions that will help you bust your shopping ruts (no more skinny black jeans!) and get a jump on the trends (bubblegum pink, anyone?) that will hit stores in the coming months.

1. UNDERPINNINGS

We resolve to purchase the perfect underpinnings to embrace the enduring sheer trend. Sure, it’s perfectly acceptable to throw your basic black camisole under just about anything these days, but let’s get creative.

Sheer Trend/Underpinnings

Louis Vuitton spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

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New Stella McCartney Silk Chemise

(buy it now price, $59)

Versace for H&M Corset Bustier

(buy it now price, $208)

New Free People Lace Slip Dress

(buy it now price, $37.99)

2. DROP EARRINGS

This year big, bold drop earrings move to #1 in the jewelry ranks, shuffling statement-making necklaces and cuffs to the side. We resolve to trade delicate boho chandeliers in favor of these chunkier, graphic styles.

Earrings

Marni spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

Bakelite Drop Earrings

(buy it now price, $199)

New Opal and Coral Earrings

(buy it now price, $109)

Vintage Marbled Glass Earrings

(buy it now price, $7.75)

3. DIGITAL PRINTS

Prints and patterns in fashion and accessories will be unavoidable in the coming year. Of all the options, (tribal, geometric and watercolor to name just a few) we resolve to acquire a digital print piece that feels totally fresh, whether a photographic print or something more abstract.

Digital Print

Dries Van Noten spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

New Leifsdottir Digital Print Silk Dress

(starting bid, $82)

Rag & Bone Silk Maxi Dress

(buy it now price, $186.46)

New BCBG Silk Charmeuse Dress

(buy it now price, $189)

4. BUBBLEGUM PINK

Tangerine may be Pantone’s color of the year for 2012, but fashion followers have been embracing the color for several seasons already. So instead, we resolve to purchase something—anything—in another hot color for 2012: pretty bubblegum pink. It was a huge hit on the spring runways, and, unlike many citrus hues, will flatter just about any skin tone.

Bubblegum Pink

Jason Wu spring 2012 (photo by Thomas Concordia/Contributor)

New Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater

(buy it now price, $134.10)

Hanii Y Silk Top

(buy it now price, $59)

New Rachel Pally Dress

(buy it now price, $90.30)

5. SUNGLASSES

We’re not giving up our tried and true classic eyewear, but in all honesty, we’re a little bored with aviators and Jackie-O’s. Even the colored Ray Ban Wayfarer series is feeling too a bit too familiar. So we resolve to try a new shape or color and have fun with our sunglasses this year.

Sunglasses

Prabal Gurung spring 2012 (photo by Thomas Concordia/Contributor)

New Karen Walker Sunglasses

(buy it now price, $180)

Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

(buy it now price, $169.99)

New Prada Cat Eye Sunglasses

(buy it now price, $107.96)

6. BARE MIDRIFF

Crop tops, really? Yep. And let’s face it: this shopping resolution is yet another reason to resolve to get to the gym (before spring!). Alone or layered over another piece, the midriff-baring silhouette was huge on the runways and it seems that, like short shorts, this trend may be here to stay for a bit.

Bare Midriff

Dolce & Gabbana spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

80’s Crop Tunic Top

(buy it now price, $39.33)

New Joie Sequin Blouse

(buy it now price $179.99)

New Prada Cropped Tank

(buy it now price $89.40)

7. FLORALS

Sure, florals are a never-ending runway favorite for spring. But this year we resolve to find a floral dress that's bold and graphic. Look for dresses with slits (maxis are perfect) and double dip into the forthcoming slit skirt trend, too.

Florals

Peter Som spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

Vintage Floral Dress

(buy it now price, $30.24)

New Ali Ro Silk Dress

(current bid, $9.99)

Dolce and Gabbana Corset Dress

(starting bid, $399)

8. BAGS

We too love a classic bag in brown or black, but let’s lighten up this year and resolve to carry an everyday bag that’s a little more exciting. Skins, patterns, unexpected colors and edgy details can still work if the overall shape leans toward something timeless.

Bags

Bottega Veneta spring 2012 (photo by Chris Moore/Catwalking/Getty Images)

New Kooba Python Bag

(buy it now price, $403.75)

New Miu Miu Shoulder Bag

(buy it now price, $325)

New Mulberry Raffia Bag

(buy it now price, $599)

9. SPORTSWEAR

This year we resolve to hit the gym or the streets with sexy sportswear. From pretty (but sporty) anoraks to striped dresses and accessories, there are options for everyone who is ready to trade in her black sweatpants for something way more exciting.

Sportswear

Marc by Marc Jacobs spring 2012 (photo by Peter Michael Dills/Getty Images)

New Marc by Marc Jacobs Silk Dress

(buy it now price, $445)

New Vans Canvas Sneakers

(buy it now price, $49.99)

New East Sun Anorak

(buy it now price, $100)

10. PRINTED PANTS

Admit it! Like us, you have at least 10 pairs of jeans that a) you never wear or b) look exactly like another 10 pairs you own. You are a denim addict and it’s time to bust out of the rut. Think about printed pants or new colors and textures in the coming year.

Printed Pants
Cynthia Rowley spring 2012 (photo by Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week)