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Spring Trends with Mark Alan Harmon

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Published: March 16, 2009

It's that time of the year again, ladies, and every fashionista's spring cleaning should start with her wardrobe! Give your closet a budget-friendly makeover this season with the ultimate guide to this year's spring fashion essentials from Celebrity Stylist Mark-Alan Harmon and the frugal fashionista shopping haven, Prime Outlets – Ellenton.

According to Harmon, style sensei to Hollywood elite for more than a decade and a regular contributor to Style Network, E! and CNN Showbiz Tonight, reorganizing and updating your closet each season is the best way to determine which pieces you'll need to refresh your look.

"It's important to look through your wardrobe and evaluate the items you'll need and want for the season," said Harmon. "Knowing what you have, what you need, and which trends you'd like to follow will help you put together a list of must-haves for a modern, trendy closet within your budget."

Another key factor to maintaining a fashion-forward wardrobe, according to Harmon, is knowing where to shop and how to get the most for your money, citing the outlets as the place where women have direct access to compelling collections of designer and brand-name apparel while minding their wallets.

"We are the shopping venue of choice for the frugal fashionista," said Marketing Manager Sarah Ozgun, Prime Outlets – Ellenton. "In today's economy, shopping Prime Outlets – Ellenton is simply the smart choice. Our shoppers know they'll find great designer and name-brands at a fraction of the cost."
At everyday savings of up to 65 percent off full retail prices, Prime Outlets – Ellenton's shoppers have complete access to style icons including Coach Factory, Michael Kors, Stuart Weitzman, GUESS, Lucky Brand Jeans, Samsonite and Tommy Hilfiger.

For a fresh, fashionable wardrobe this season Harmon and Prime Outlets – Ellenton suggest the following Spring Essentials for the Frugal Fashionista:

Bold & Bright- This is the year of hope. Vibrant colors hit the catwalk this season urging fashionistas to leave the dreary winter months behind them. Shades like fuchsia red, palace blue and lemon yellow are sure to evoke feelings of optimism and bliss, so push those winter blacks, browns and grays to the back of your closet! Freshen your look with signature pieces such as a vibrant green sundress from Juicy Couture or visit Nine West for cotton candy pink shoes.

Little White Dress- This season is all about the Little White Dress (LWD). Complementing the simplicity of the Little Black Dress, the LWD can be simple and classic or a more glamorous choice in various lengths and sheer fabrics. Embrace the trend by pairing a ruffled LWD from White House׀Black Market with strappy sandals and glamour shades from Kenneth Cole.

Cinch it Up- Forget low-rise. This spring high-waisted pants, shorts and skirts will define the reclaimed feminine silhouette. Look for simple lines and oversized belts from Polo Ralph Lauren to help achieve this cinched waist look that accentuates an hourglass figure.

Python Pretty- Slither your way into a fashionable spring with exotic reptilian accessories. Tempt your animal instincts with a real or faux luxe python handbag from kate spade, snakeskin platforms from Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH and whipsnake bangles from BCBG MAXAZRIA. Known for its color variations, be sure to look for python in variety of distinctive colors to complement your wardrobe.

Cultural Couture- A mélange of exotic, embellished and luxe, bold tribal prints and textures reign supreme this spring. Mix and layer culturally-inspired patterns, add ornate necklaces and piled-on bangles from Banana Republic and visit J. Crew to finish the look with earthy, wooden wedge platforms.

For more information about Prime Outlets – Ellenton, including a complete directory of designer and name-brand stores, please visit www.primeoutlets.com.

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