Style Trend Nude Is The New Black

2. THE SLOUCHY SWEATER -J. Crew "Saturday sweater" in merino/ linen ($69.50, www.jcrew.com). You will love the de-aging details like skinnier arms, drop shoulder, long easy fit and flattering ballet necklineget it in marled fawn.

3. HIGH-WAIST 70s PANTS - Robert Rodriguez cotton/ spandex wide-leg pants ($275, www.saksfifthavenue.com). Swap your cropped capris for the new wide leg pants that sit at your natural waist.

4. THE FLAP/CHAIN SHOULDER BAG - Tory Burch straw flap shoulder bag ($350, www.saksfifthavenue.com). Neat and tailored looks are suddenly appealing. Time to ditch the huge hobo and pare down.

5. THE TRENCH DRESS - BCBGMaxAzria "Alex" trench coat dress with 3/4 sleeves ($198, www.lordandtaylor.com). This silk dress flows over curves but keeps definition at the waist.

THE NUDE PENCIL SKIRT - Halogen cotton/ poly sateen pencil skirt ($59, www.bloomingdales.com).Try this with nude pumps for a long lean look.

7. THE SKINNY BELT - Tarnish flower faux leather belt ($28, www.nordstrom.com). Define long boyfriend cardigans and any blazer or dress with this season's super-thin waist cincher. Trends up all in seconds.

8. THE FEMININE SWEATER - Ann Taylor cowl neck short sleeve sweater ($88, www.anntaylor.com). This silky rayon sweater looks great with simple tailored skirts or pants and softer wrap, tulip or tiered skirts. Buy it in driftwood even though you'll be tempted by the black.

9. THE PERFECT SPRING TRENCH - Ann Taylor notch collar trench in cotton/poly blend ($248, www.anntaylor.com). Every brand has a trench coat now, but this one has a perfect fit and the kind of high armholes / narrow sleeves usually found only in pricier versions. I adore the animal print lining and so will you.

10. THE NUDE LADY PUMP - Michael Michael Kors ' Flex "pump ($97.95, www.nordstrom.com). Skip the pricier versions by Manolo Blahnik, Dior and Valentino and pick up these ladylike two-inch heels in taupe. Same leg lengthening benefits.