Is Ignoring Trends Hurting Your Image?

I'm doing the unthinkable this week. Because I think a lot of women are intimidated by new styles and silhouettes (aka trends) I'm bringing my newsletter community a sampling of what's hot this season in another Spring trends catalog. Yes, you can still purchase the replay of my Spring trends masterclass here to get a good understanding of what to expect this season, but I've pulled out a few of my favorite trends for this week.

Why is keeping up with trends important for your image? Dressing on trend is simply a way of saying that your wardrobe is current. That your wardrobe reflects current silhouettes and styles that feel modern. Unfortunately, it's not enough to just purchase new pieces, because stores often sell outdated styles. When it comes to buying, retailers stock their shelves with what sells, and sometimes this means outdated items. To give your wardrobe a modern update for the season, it is important to understand the trends. 

Wearing updated styles and silhouettes projects an image that says you're up to date and relevant... which also translates to your skill set. In other words, if your style looks dated, people will assume that your skillset is too.  Understanding the trends early on also provides a greater return on your investment because you can wear the item for longer. I think often many women complain about 'chasing the trends' because they resist adopting them when they first came out.

Check out this week's edit here for a roundup of some of my favorite trends this season with all items under $300.