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We’ve already gone over neutral colors, but what about those colors that pop and have vivid personality? Bold colors like blue, red, yellow and their vibrant counterparts add character to a man€™s outfit when used wisely. I know there are many men who are afraid of color, mainly because they don€™t want to compromise their masculinity. It takes someone like Kanye West to make it cool to wear pink polos. Nonetheless, guys shouldn’t dive in head first when dabbling in electrifying colors. For novices, I recommend going for neckwear like the Prada paprika tie or the Polo Ralph Lauren navy regimental stripe tie that jumps off your chest with dapper charm. When you are ready to get more sartorially savvy, don a Ralph Lauren cashmere V-neck or look like a ray of handsome sunlight with the BR Monogram silk/cashmere cardigan. And when you’re feeling even more ambitious, slip into a pair of Gucci jeans in orange– but be very cautious when choosing pants in Crayola colors. Do what works for you and don’t do it just because you saw an emo rocker wearing them. Check out some of these colored confections in the slideshow.

Fashion can start onstage and make its way down to create its own culture. In early 2007 neon leggings and bright colored t-shirts started to dot the runways, club scenes, and raves. Starting in London, this Nu Rave fashion spread throughout Europe from clubs like The End to Yelle’s latest video. Clothing labels such as Ice Cream and Genetic Denim have given way to these fashion trends in New York and LA. Nu Rave is a term derived from a similar fashion style of the late eighties and early nineties that was brought from the club scene and pop icons to the catwalks and fashion magazines by designers like Stephen Sprouse (who was among the first to bring a street art/graffiti look to his clothing). The sparkle headbands and oversized neon glasses with matching leggings was first noticed in the underground clubs of London. It then hit the streets of Paris where artists and musicians started to embody the Nu Rave image. Today, musicians such as Yelle, Ed Banger Records, New Young Pony Club, Uffie, LMFAO and New York native Lady Gaga are beginning to deck themselves out in designers such as Jeremy Scott, House of Holland, and Cassette Playa. Even Kanye and M.I.A. have started their own labels bringing this edgy, rocker, rave look to the their fans. This aesthetically attention-grabbing look not only embraces individual creativity, but embodies a culture. Nu Rave is a counter part to a lifestyle inspired by urban music and art. It captures a feeling and a lifestyle. Take a look at WhatsWear.com for more spring trends, fashion movements, and style news!

Lately, I’ve been noticing a particular trend going around today: studs. Whether they are on bags, shoes, apparel or accessories, studs are a timeless accent that can be worn on virtually anything. Studs are chic, retro and bad-ass. Even if you’re not into the whole punk rock scene, you can be reassured that studs have become a very popular staple in the fashion world. Following this trend, I have found some of my favorite studded products on Karmaloop.com. Perfect on shoes, studs add that extra detail that make your feet look hip and fly. Keep it simple and dainty with The Hayley Stud Flat in Pewter by Jeffrey Campbell, a buttery leather ballet flat with studded bow detail on toe. For a chic, feminine look, try The Iman Shoe in Gray Suede by Shoes for Lovely People, a suede studded strappy sandal. If you’re going for a sexier style, check out The Mel Shoe by Jeffrey Campbell, a strappy leather platform heel with silver metal stud details on criss-cross straps. If you want to expand your stud collection, adorn yourself with all the studs you can imagine! Check out the slideshow for more of my top studded finds!

Unless you have been living under a rock the past few months, you probably have noticed that jumpsuits are the key piece for your spring/summer wardrobe. Once relegated to construction workers, Studio 54 mavens and small children, the jumpsuit has broken out once again. While this trend has been brewing for a while, it’s finally hit fever pitch. I was an early adopter of the trend, rocking vintage jumpsuits and a great little linen romper from Uniqlo last summer; I am so incredibly happy that one-piece ensembles, long and short, are everywhere now! My search for these one-piece wonders used to be confined to vintage stores and a few specialty stores, and it’s like my options have quadrupled. There€™s nothing easier than one piece dressing! Throw on a casual short romper with some flats and a cardigan for day. By night, your options are limitless! Menswear-inspired tuxedo jumpsuits are subtly sexy with some heels for a night out. Embellished jumpsuits with the right jewelry and attitude can totally replace your cocktail dress. Check out the slideshow for my top 5 jumpsuits to get you set for the season and beyond!

Daphne Guinness, heiress to the Guinness family fortune, sure seems to know what she’s doing. Quite simply, she’s a haute couturier’s dream. She’s open to all sorts of eclectic, wacky, detailed styling – and has the collection to prove it. Although she seems to prefer a simple color palette of blacks, whites and creams, they never appear the same way. Whether it’s a kerchief neckline, Jetson-esque cap sleeves or leopard print detailing, Guinness can pull it off in spades. As one of the world’s most prolific collectors of haute couture (what wouldn’t you give to also hold that title?), she’s a risk-taker, and often a winner of the fashion set. Rather than sticking to any rules, she simply has fun. Think Alexander McQueen meets Karl Lagerfeld meets Vivienne Westwood. Check out my slideshow for a sampling of Daphne Guinness’ style! Photo credit: PR Photos