Spring Trends 2006

The best pieces emphasize innovation in shape or indulge in lavish embroidery, eyelets, ruffles or lace. The younger you are, the more of the latter you can handle.

Accessorizing with color can be striking, but we prefer white head to toe. So find a shade that favors your skin tone, and keep shoes strappy.

Convertible Angel halter dress, Halston, $1,000; 212-282-1200