incorporating color

Lauren Manoogian Cyan/Sienna/Black Pattern Bangle, Urban Outfitters

Though change is difficult and is not usually embraced with open arms, it is inevitable.  So, instead of running away screaming from the Spring 2011 palette of bright, bold colors- the exact opposite of Fall's muted palette- for as long as possible, slowly incorporate it into your wardrobe.

Reef Stone Necklace, Free People

Right now the emphasis is on wearing pieces with clean lines, muted colors, and pairing pieces with different textures, for Spring, it will still be on clean lines, but instead of using different textures to spice things up, bright colors, pardon the cliché, will be the new black.

Henna Print Scarf, Free People

Start incorporating bright colors into your wardrobe now by wearing a few bright accessoires like a turquoise pendant, a brightly colored cuff, or a patterned scarf of mostly muted colors with a splash of a bright color. The closer we get to the Spring 2011 season, the more boldly-colored pieces your should wear.