Black and white spring 2007

<!--break--Looking for a bold fashion statement this spring? Look no further: it's right here in black and white. While black and white has always been a classic, this trend has been taken to new heights with high-contrast patterns from polka dots to plaid gracing the season's sundresses and skirts. The key to this perennial fashion favorite is to make it work for you.

Black and white is not only classic, but it's also stylistically versatile, so feel free to mix it up a bit. Play with the proportions of your outfit, such as long over short, full over fitted, or fitted over full. Other options include layering prints with solids and mixing sheer with tailored. Lastly, don't forget that black is slimming, so utilize the black in your outfit to de-emphasize those parts of your body about which you feel self-conscious.

When wearing this trend, keep accessories minimal to keep the focus on your outfit. Simple silver hoops or a pearl necklace would be in keeping with the trend's classic and clean appearance. Other understated accessories like strappy black sandals or a satin flower belt create a feminine look that doesn't detract from the outfit's graphic appeal. For a new look this spring, black and white prove that opposites attract.