jackie o. striped & chic in 1976. photo courtesy: life.com

If you’ve ventured back into the stores lately, surely you’ve noticed that spring 2011 has already hit the racks. Most of us are still combing the sale racks in search of winter’s finest (hello, it’s snowing!), but I think it’s necessary to lighten up a bit on the layers in favor of one heavy wool camel coat instead. Right now I am seriously committed to horizontal striped tops. My New Year’s Resolution is to “simplify” in any way possible, and striped shirts match everything while adding a little French flair to any ensemble. I’m also committed to wearing heels at least one day per week to put a little more sass in my strut. A wedge is perfect for the girl who needs some added support (aka me), and right now wedge booties are cute as can be! Perhaps this week you should consider ditching the turtleneck for a boatneck and put some spring in your step too!

fashion math.