
Spring and summer is the time for exotic prints, large polka dots and romantic blooms. For 2009 fashionistas will be wearing vivid colors and adventurous prints. Forget the African Tribal prints from last year; it’s all about the bright colors this spring/summer season. The Pantone Fashion Spring 2009 guide reports the top 10 colors for the season, which are Lavender, Fuchsia Red, Salmon Rose, Palace Blue, Lucite Green, Super Lemon, Dark Citron, Vibrant Green, Slate Gray and Rose Dust. If you have anyone of these colors for the spring and summer season ahead you are on the right track to becoming a true “Self-Explanatory Fashionista”

1) New Nudes- Shades of Shades of beige and flesh-toned nudes were a signature look on the spring runways.
2) Ruffles- Tiers of feminine ruffles continue to be a hot trend. Whether you wear them outrageously oversized or soft and subtle, ruffles will add a flouncy feminine touch to your look this season.
3) Mini’s- you've got legs and this is the season to flaunt them. From skirts and dresses to shorts, hemlines this spring are north of the knee.
4) Metallics- whether bold and flashy or subtle and neutral, metallics shine on as a big trend this season. Look for sparkling silver, gold and copper to adorn clothing and accessories in every price range:

5) Stripes- this season's multitude of bold sailor stripes will have you dreaming of the French Riviera and classic Coco Chanel style.
6) Bright Colors- From bold brights to shocking neon, color is big this season
7) Florals- Nothing brightens your day faster than adorning yourself in one of this season's fresh-picked floral pieces
8) Asymmetrical Necklines- One-shoulder and asymmetrical necklines were all over the spring runways and the award show red carpets this season.