Most people believe that the fashion on the runway dictates the future of style. The truth is that these days it’s more likely that the fashion from the street will inspire the designs from on the runway.

Leopard 
Leopard prints are always in style but this season the prints and fabrics worn by trndsetters seem to be bolder and brighter. For a more wintery look you can push the boundries of cutting-edge fashion and good taste by opting for a leopard print haram pant in a plush velvet. (Hey we’re recording the trends not making them.) For spring 2013 the volume gets very loud with the leopard pattern turning up in brightly saturated colors.

Partially Shaved Heads

We’re not sure when partially shaved heads became  fashion fabulous but we have a hunch that BryanBoy has something to do with this trend. Throughout the tents we spotted several attendees sporting dos that included a portion of the head being shaved. Proceed with caution.

Stella McCartney Floral Print Dress
There’s always one fashion item that emerges as a must-have item for the season. Last year, it was the Celine luggage tote and this season it is undoubtedly a Stella McCartney floral print dress. This bright blue dress is accented with an Indian-inspired floral pint and has been the must have item for the week. We’ve spotted several fashion editors and tastemakers wearing this dress and noticed that many sizes are already sold out online. This is one of those items that may not make it to sale season. So but it now, or forever hold your piece (or peace).

By ManhattanMataHari

With Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week underway, there are several emerging trends for Spring/Summer 2013. The good news? You won’t need to store all the brightly colored clothing from this past season. Additionally, some key pieces may already be in your closet and just require updated accessories. Stay tuned for more trends straight from the runways.

Black & White

While colors are still strong for next spring, black and white are gaining popularity. New takes on the little black dress and white on white are red-hot as seen at Alexander Wang, Tracy Reese, Catherine Malandrino, Cushnie et Ochs, and Victoria Beckham. Black and white combined perfectly together at Chado Ralph Rucci, along with the vibrant yellow also seen at Charlotte Ronson. Orange ranging from muted sherbet to bright clementine shades popped up at Diane von Furstenberg, Tracy Reese, Rebecca Taylor, and Victoria Beckham. Keep an eye out for shades of blue throughout the rest of fashion week.

Bare Midriffs

Charlotte Ronson

For those of us not blessed with a model figure, unfortunately bra tops and bandeau styles that expose various areas of the midriff are back. Peter Som, Jason Wu, Mara Hoffman, Edun, Charlotte Ronson, Catherine Malandrino and others all had various incarnations of bra tops. Thankfully, most were paired with blazers and tasteful bottoms. Even ladylike line Jill Stuart showed some skin, which means we will have to hit up the gym throughout the winter to prep for next Spring.

Tweet of the Wild

Birds are all over Lincoln center. Thakoon, Altuzarra Et et. are all showing flights of fancy paired with floral prints. Most designers are using these designs in a more whimsical fashion rather than a more literal intrerpriatation. We are most positive that this trend will not end in New York and only gain more popularity as European designers show their collections.