Brights, prints, and metallic sneakers

Take one look at the colors of the hotels and apartment buildings, restaurants, houses, shops and other architecture in SoBe and you'll see why it's only fitting that the fashion follows. As in most style circles, white and black are always appropriate here. White is an especially sexy color to wear with a tan!

But it's the bold, bright colors that currently reign in SoBe, and according to one fashion follower, purple is really big as of late for both men and women. Alexis Zamudio, the owner of the in vogue Invasion Boutique, reveals that turquoise blue is in, as are prints. Shamika Super adds that all summer colors are popular, including yellow, orange, and blue. This tunic dress, by Trina Turk, is a great choice for casual or special occasion wear.

Accessories

When it comes to accessories, stilettos are still number 1 for footwear. "Stilettos will always rule in South Beach,"" proclaims Valestra. Yet, he concedes that platforms are definitely gaining in popularity. The platform heel—with a platform in the front, a round toe, and a 5" heel—is starting to get some shine, and wedges can also occasionally be spotted. Here is a pair of gold metallic platform sandals from Steve Madden that can make any outfit shine.

As for what will be hot this spring...all parties agree: metallic colors. Torres assures us it's all about metallic, while Shamika Super gets even more specific, naming silver as the color of choice. Even now, many women are wearing metallic sneakers at night.

Base's Valestra predicts that big bags in bright, solid colors are going to be hot, and Invasion's Zamudio is counting on labels like Crooks & Castles, Mighty Healthy, and 10 Deep to set the trends for t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and more.

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