2010: Trends to Toss, Trends to Keep

Divine Inspirations
Alexandria
744-2557

I DO Bridal & Tuxedo
Alton
875-4848

Wooden Soldier Ltd
Bartlett
356-5643

Modern Bride & Formal Shop
Rte. 101
Bedford
472-4933

Betty Dee Fashions
Berlin
752-5141

Sherry's Veils
Bow
493-2775

Heidi's Bridal Boutique
Claremont
542-3345

Linda's Country Lane Bridal
Claremont
543-0882

A Day to Remember Bridal
Boutique
1 North Main St.
Concord
228.8031

Cassie’s Bridal
41 North Main Street
Concord
227-0561

The Perfect Dress For You
Concord
856-8829

Two Hearts Bridal Boutique
Dover
743-1433

Custom Bridal Veils
Exeter
778-6440

Townsend's Bridal & Formal
Center
Exeter
778-0280

William Fitz Bridal
Fitzwilliam
585-9555

Bridals by Giuseppe
Freedom
236-4543

Maria Antonieta Couture
Bridal
Gorham
839-5440

Country Bridals and Formal
Wear
17 Main Street
Jaffrey
532-7641

2010: Trends to Toss, Trends to Keep
by Alana Finnie

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It's easy to get sucked into the world of trendiness regardless of whether or not the looks are actually flattering.
Hey, if celebs are wearing it, it has to be fab — right? Wrong! Let's make 2010 the most stylish year ever by ridding
ourselves of ugly trends and embracing those that are pretty.

What to lose:

Harem Pants
These are the least flattering pants I have ever set my eyes on. Ultimately, they make every woman (even stick-thin
models) look like they've got huge hips and a ridiculously low crotch. Pair this look with a shiny metallic fabric, and
you're looking at a fashion faux pas that simply looks like a joke. For these pants, it may be best to take MC
Hammer’s advice — you can’t and shouldn’t touch them.

Thigh-high boots
I'm all for boots with eye-catching detail. But thigh-high boots aren't helping anyone. Most of them look like they
might be part of a dominatrix costume. Rather than lengthening legs, they actually make gams look stumpy. Not a
look I'd particularly encourage.

Sack dresses
For some reason, the sack dress has been seen all over the place. Much like an actual sack, the cut does nothing
for a woman's body. You end up looking like Humpty Dumpty. And really, who wants that?!

Shoulder pads
Looking like a linebacker is not something we should strive for. Shoulder pads weren't flattering in the '80s, and
they're certainly not flattering now. As a side note, my grandmother has a closet full of shoulder-padded blazers.
Much as I love her, that should be proof enough that the trend is a no-go.

Open-toe booties
Why, why, why would anyone wear boots with a peep-toe? When I wear boots, it is because my feet are cold. If they
are not cold, I opt for sandals or open-toed pumps, perhaps. But there is just no point to a pair of gorgeous boots
that don't even keep your tootsies warm! Not only do open-toe booties undermine the purpose of a boot, they just
look silly.

What to keep:

High-waisted dresses
2009 marked the return high-waisted, feminine dresses. The cut of these dresses make us look slimmer because
they actually nip in at the natural waist (the tiniest part on most women). The result is looking quite chic while
appearing to have lost about 5 pounds. After stuffing my face over the holidays, that's definitely something that'll
come in handy.

Big scarves
The easiest way to change up an outfit is with a pretty scarf. Even the simplest of outfits can look dazzling when
paired with a brightly-colored doodad draped around your neck. Scarves are the ultimate multi-purpose accessory.
They aren’t just a winter necessity but a fun year-round fashion statement.

Metallic fabric
A little shimmer does a body good. Often times, a metallic fabric can come off looking like a neutral so it can be
worn with virtually any color. Personally, I'm a fan of metallic cocktail dresses, especially for evenings out. Not ready
for full-body metallic? Start with a shirt that peeks out just below your jacket or a pretty pair of pumps.

Plaid flannel
Brought back from the days of grunge, plaid tops are now cut delicately enough to appear feminine and fabulous.
Country inspired checks look great on a top, or even a scarf if you're so inclined. It's easy to go overboard with this
trend, though. The key is to keep colors traditional and subdued.

There you have it. Let's make our New Year’s resolution to dress fabulously, sans any fashion disasters.

Alana Finnie is the owner and writer of Sassy Fashionista (www.sassy-fashionista.com). Visit her blog for more
beauty and fashion insight.