Fashion Trends and Styles

Fashion trends change every season, but there are certain basic items of girls clothes that everyone wants in their wardrobe. Key pieces can be combined to create many different looks. While denim jeans are a staple in most wardrobes, the style of jeans changes frequently. Fashions change so quickly that the hot thing one year is totally out of fashion the next. Every teenager is different and although they may not care about current trends, that's what will be in all the boutique's and stores. To know what is in fashion, either start shopping at your favorite local mall or read fashion magazines.

Because of the flexibility of jeans they are a must have basic item. For casual wear, add a t-shirt, sweater or plain shirt with sneakers or flat shoes. The same jeans can also be dressed up nicely with a fancy blouse or a camisole with a jacket and heels.

Other key wardrobe pieces are tank tops, turtlenecks, khakis, shorts, slacks, skirts, sundresses and blazers. The styles and colors of these items will also change from season to season. Don't worry about skirt lengths as short or long tend to stay in fashion at all times.

Because styles change so quickly, the quality of girls clothes is not as important. Girls will tire of their clothes long before they wear out, so pick what you like that fits your budget and don't worry about durability. That being said, you should always check labels for washing guides. It's a lot easier and cheaper to have washable clothes than those that can only be dry cleaned.

Experiment to find your own style

One of the nicest things about teen apparel (and of being a teenager in general) is the freedom to experiment. What you wear can be an expression of your personality. Jeans now come in an array of colors. Fancy embroidered designs are displayed on Some while others have decorative rivets. The way you arrange the pockets can be a decorative statement.

Round neck or v-neck it doesn't matter, your T Shirt can be solid plain color. It can be striped or patterned. It can display a message, either for or against a cause, showing off its manufacturer or just saying something amusing. Thus the t-shirt can be a fashion statement, a personal statement or a political statement - you choose.

The largest part of teens experiments in fashion is with accessories. These can be found in department stores and  clothing shops as well as in specialty stores that carry nothing else. The fit and comfort may be of secondary consideration to the style when selecting shoes. Yo may find this a bad tradeoff, it all depends on what you intend to do while wearing them. It's important to try on both shoes as all of us have one foot bigger than the other.

Shoe material can be cloth, plastic, imitation leather or the real thing. Leather shoes are usually the most expensive, but they last the longest. Shoes can be a big investment so choose wisely and consider if they will stay in fashion long and also if they are ideal for your wardrobe.

The handbag or purse is another great accessory. Modern style gurus no longer require matching your purse to your shoes, so go wild. A backpack or large shoulder bag are ideal for carrying all your gear. Pick a tiny, shiny bag for that night on the town. If theres room for your phone, lipsalve, keys and cash etc. then it's fine. If you plan an active day, forget the bag and go for a belt pouch. No longer just for athletes, these come in an array of styles and colors like other purses. When the time comes accessorise, spice up your look with jewellery, hats, gloves, belts etc…