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This spring designers have brought back the popular 90s-style boyfriend jeans. Frays, rips, and rolled up hems create a comfortable, laid-back look that’s a huge hit with Hollywood starlets and fashionistas from coast to coast. Although this worn-in look has been seen before, it still manages to stay fresh!

Would you wear boyfriend jeans? What’s your favorite jean style?

Medium Wash Boyfriend Jean available at www.bananarepublic.com for $89

J Brand Boyfriend Jean in Vida Wash available at www.singer22.com for $275

Bebe Distressed Boyfriend Jean available at www.bebe.com for $129

Levi’s Boyfriend Jean available at www.freepeople.com for $248

Martin & Osa Selvedge Boyfriend Jeans available at www.martinandosa.com for $110

BDG Boyfriend Patchwork Jeans available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $29.99

ZCD Destructed Boyfriend Boot Cut Jeans available at www.macys.com for $48

From necklaces to dresses, knots seem to be everywhere this season. This tied-up trend adds an eye-catching twist to otherwise ordinary jewelry, while creating a stylish, gathered look with garments. Also, don’t forget your feet; even shoes are getting in on some of the twisted action!

Will there be knots landing in your closet or jewelry box this spring/summer?

Check out some of these items:

Banana Republic Monogram Printed Knot Blouse available at www.bananarepublic.com for $95

Urban Outfitters Metal Knot Necklace available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $78

Knotted Blouson Tee available at www.maxstudio.com for $78

Brita Knot Dress by Velvet available at www.tobi.com for $152

Kimchi Blue Knotted Suede Sandal available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $38

Knot Earrings available at www.esty.com/ericaweiner for $30

Moa Moa Knot Top available at www.dillards.com for $29

Metal Knot Earrings available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $28

Calvin Klein “Solaine” Sandal available at www.macys.com for $140

What woman doesn’t love a sleek, satchel-style handbag? The popular two-strapped purse is great for hand-held toting or as a casual shoulder bag (depending on the handle size). This season satchels are sprouting up in every shade and material to fit all tastes. From vibrantly colored patent leather to abstract-designed canvas, satchels are always a stylish and smart handbag staple.

What’s your favorite purse style (hobo, clutch, shoulder bag, or tote)?

Marc by Marc Jacobs Alyona Patent Leather Satchel available at www.saks.com for $1,350

Botkier Contrast Woven Satchel available at www.nordstrom.com for $595

Dana Buchanan Faux Leather Satchel available at www.kohls.com for $56

Tory Burch Embossed Lux Nico Satchel available at www.toryburch.com for $435

Anthropologie Loop & Purl Satchel available at www.anthropologie.com for $149 (orig. $310)

Banana Republic Free Sport Small Satchel available at www.bananarepublic.com for $198

Nine West Sitting Pretty Nubuck Satchel available at www.ninewest.com for $69.99

Tianni Abstract Canvas Satchel available at www.endless.com for $42