What are you wearing?

We are well into the spring season with summer right around the corner. It’s a time of frolicking, flirting, and fun. You’re ready to put exams behind you and take on the changing season, but is your wardrobe ready?

Let’s start with the ladies. How short are your skirts? To be stylin’ this season, they better be mini. Legs are in, so tone ’em up and show ’em off. Ultra-feminine dresses are also hot, with intricate details such as bows, ribbons, polka-dots, and soft, flowing fabric.

Big, billowy tops matched with skinny pants or a mini will do just fine this season. As for pants, they should be cargo or cropped- a fresher version of Capri. Need a jacket to stay warm on a chilly night? The bomber is pretty hot right now, and it can go with anything from casual jeans to a seductive skirt.

Flip-flops, of course, are being pulled out of the closet, but they’d better be pretty funky. Some cool ones to look for are metallic or detailed with “punk-style” hardware. Your handbags should have emphasis on zippers and buckles, and maybe a few bows here and there.

Face the world in ponytails or buns accented with bangs. Lips should be pink and glossy, and eyes should be sparkly, lined, or smoky- but not all at once. The inspirations this season are Asian, surfer-chic, the 1950’s and romance.

The girly look is definitely in. But, the hippie-chick look is definitely out, so toss out your peasant blouses, gypsy skirts, and fringed bags.

Now it’s time for the boys. The UPS Uniform look has actually become a trend, and it is now in unrelenting style. Not that you have to go out and buy brown shorts and a brown shirt, but your clothes should have a uniform-style look to them. Casual pants have been influenced by uniforms with the use of heavier fabrics, such as canvas.

Zippers will be visible and pockets will be big enough to hold cell phones, MP3 players, etc. The polo piqu