Word on the Street

Who is talking about the art of contrast? Everyone!!  From the magazines, to fashion bloggers, to stylists, and even my friends, it seems like everyone has something to say about this trend.  Here are some quotes I collected about the black and white contrasting trend.

"The look is modern, cool, and assertive—but never in your face—and smacks of self-possession." In Style Magazine

"Is there anything easier to wear than black and white? It always looks timeless, crisp and translates into everything from ballgowns to natty shorts." Cynthia Nellis, About.com guide

"Appropriate to wear year-round, easy to pull off at every budget, and sleek enough to work at the office or on date night, this trend is the definition of wearable." Megan Gustashaw for Glamour Magazine

"Yin and Yang-colored pairings are always effortlessly chic." Piece of Chic, blog

"The crisp contrast is not only a hot trend for Spring 2013, but it's timeless look that's worth a few investment pieces." Beyond Her Reality, blog


"I already know what you are thinking, “black and white, we hear about black and white EVERY year, isn’t that always in style?” The answer is yes; you’re right but this spring’s trend of a black and white color combination is far more dramatic and “trend” worthy than years past." Lindsey McElroy, Trendbetter blogger

"It's great that something so classic is suddenly so cutting-edge." Penny Lovell, stylist

"I think it's a classy and timeless look for ladies.  I wear it sometimes, but not that often because I really like color.  It does look great in professional settings, though." Holli Parker, UGA sophomore


"Personally, I don’t wear black and white because I think it’s a much more mature look than what I’m trying to present.  I do see people wearing it, and it looks good on them, but it’s just not me." Kali Koppen, UGA sophomore


"It pretty much suits everyone.  It fits all body types, skin tones, personalities.  You know, it’s universal."  Dana Frazier, UGA freshman

SOURCE: http://www.theiconconcierge.com/fashion-spotlight/spring-2013-new-york-fashion-week-trends-colors-leather-prints-jumpsuits-crop-tops-2