Spring Trends to Avoid & What to Wear Instead

TREND: All-Over Demin

You don't want to wear denim on top and bottom, Adam says. (As shown here.) "You also want to avoid anything that's bedazzled, shredded, studded—basically, anything that smacks of Pat Benetar in 1984."

HERE TO STAY: ONE KEY DENIM PIECE
Dark wash jeans, skirts and jackets are always chic, but this season there are more varieties to play with: vests, button-down shirts and countless different styles of dresses. "Just remember, a little denim goes a long way."

TREND: Thigh-Baring Minis

Unless you're built like Gisele Bundchen, Adam says, beware anything that is super-short—including shorts.

HERE TO STAY: AN ALWAYS-FLATTERING PENCIL SKIRT
Just above the knee, it gives a hint of sexiness without being as obvious as a mini. It's also more age and work appropriate for those of us with office jobs. If you're desperate to try the shorts look, choose a longer style than what's waltzing down the runways.