Trend: Tight Buns!

Coming home from my trip from Tokyo my head is filled with the amazing trends popular among the ahead of the game Japanese. For the next couple posts I will be filling you in on what's big in Japan, and what better way to start these trend reports then sharing what's hot on top of the head. That's right, hair. The ultra-high bun on top of the head was seen everywhere from Harajuku to Shibuya. Tokyo's youth are embracing this on top of the head bun and it looks like Marie Claire magazine is picking up on it to as seen above. Either messy or tight as can be add a few inches with the ultra-high, ultra-chic top bun.

Trend: Short Suit Sails

Looking dressy can be overwhelming in the relaxed atmosphere of summer, so instead of grabbing your typical power suit opt for a short suit. The matching shorts and blazer combo turn a menswear essential into a sexy alternative. Embark on a fun summer fashion voyage and pick beach-like fabrics such as an adorable seersucker in light pastels.

Trend: A Side of Salmon

Add some color to your brown rice ensemble with a splash of salmon colored pieces. The camel and khaki items in your wardrobe are excellent choices for a clean look especially in classic items (like the coat above from W magazine). With a side of salmon your basic look gets a trendy and playful makeover. Eyes will feast on your color choices and your plate will be happy too.

News: Met Gala "Model as Muse"

With this year's Costume Institute Met Gala being themed "Model as Muse," how perfect was it that Twiggy and Agyness Deyn were photographed on the red carpet together. Each channeling a different look, both British models who are strikingly similar played up opposite sides of their androgynous looks each wearing Burberry. Agy is our modern day Twiggy being that she is skinny, blond, has cropped hair, and a neo-mod style. The two looked flawless together; a match in fashion heaven!

Trend: Pop Prints

Unleash the artist inside of you and explore the trendy canvas of this season's prints. Looking very much like a silk screen by Warhol himself, this Oscar de la Renta dress references a subtle pop art approach to prints. Of course you can always go bolder with colors from Andy's pallet. Though watercolors are nice, there is something that pops in a silk screen inspired dress, I guess that's why they call it pop art.

Trend: Life's a Beach

As summer is slowly approaching, the new trend for evening wear reflects the beaches we are all so desperately longing for. Typically beach inspiration reminds us of varying shades of blue and green, but this time we are skipping the swimming lessons and heading towards the sand. Create a sandy evening look by choosing caribou colors or even a pale taupe (the spectrum of sand hues is vast, so go with what looks best on your skin tone). The movement of the wind through the sand on a summer day is inspiration for soft layers of whispy tulle lining your legs. Free-flowing and anti-structure is the way to go with this trend because we would be caught dead wearing a sand castle.

Trend: Above the Rest

What do you stand for? You don't need a soap box to get your views out there when you are wearing the new kind of platform pump. This shoe is a pump basically smacked on top of a ridiculous platform. It is a more architectural way to go about getting more height without crossing into red light fashion. Looking like a surreal sculptor's dream, who knew your 6 inch pumps needed a raise?

Trend: Degas Baby!

What happens in a tutu stays in a tutu. Edgar Degas' delicate ballerina paintings come to life through dresses resembling a leotard and tutu. That ballerina blue hue gives a soft romance to a more distinct approach at capturing art in motion. Looking like you just stepped off the stage, embrace the time you have while raising the barre.

Trend: 4-Eyed Tree-Huggers

Handmade wooden frames take classic shapes such as the "ray ban" frame above and act as though mother nature herself did the dirty work. This wooden glasses frame trend can be found at Urban Spectacles, where they can custom make a pair of their eco-couture creations (they are one of a kind after all, and good for the environment).

Trend: Boho-bleak

Boho chic, or should we say boho bleak? The trendy new spin on the ever-so popular boho style is edging it out in a darker, more punk-rock way. Still incorporating loose eccentric prints, this boho bleak style adds darker shades than the traditional hippie vibe incorporates. Wear your hair down and enjoy free-flowing tops, but when reaching for your boho brown belt, pick up a studded one instead.

Trend: Birds of a Feather

I have always been a huge fan of peacock feathers (fake of course) as accessories. These beautiful feathers add a raw worldly flair to any plain jane outfit, taking you from an ugly duckling to a totally trendy swan. Peacock earrings are the perfect way to play with this trend without totally leaving the nest face first. If you are a more daring chickie however, try peacock hair clip, pumps, or yes, even sweaters! Causing quite a stir, watch out for these feathers, for you may fall victim to their bird flu.

Trend: Dandelion Wine

Spring is here and so are those "weeds" we all know so well called dandelions. Taking a cue from these ever so present plants is this spring's color trend: soft yellow and grass green. Pair a flimsy/transparent yellow blouse with green skinny jeans or pencil skirt, and you are officially wearing Eco fashion. In our currently very green world don't you think you can do your part by emulating one of nature's finest?

Trend: A Clockwork Orange Eye

Everything old is new again! This saying couldn't be more true as the 1960's heavy eye is swinging back into vogue. Channeling A Clockwork Orange, Mischa Barton displays this ultra chic new trend. Want to get the look? Use a black shadow to line the crease of your eyes, you can extend the shadow too creating a wing. Put a heavy layer of mascara on the top lashes. Draw in your bottom lashes for an exaggerated look with liquid liner (think Twiggy).