Fabulous at every age: Bazaar's look at the best, most versatile pieces for spring--flirty frocks, cropped toppers, and all the necessary shoes and bags--and how to make them work for you.

Harper's Bazaar, January, 2007

Even though it's technically still winter, there's no reason you can't get excited about spring. There are so many trends to look forward to, from the futuristically charged ensembles seen at Calvin Klein and Balenciaga to the balletic pieces shown on the runways of Michael Kors and Vera Wang and the requisite LWDs seen all over (but perfected at Versace and Stella McCartney). So why not start making your wish list now?

As you look ahead, there are many directions to take, but as always you need to be selective about which trends you choose to adopt, as not all of them may be age appropriate. "Look for pieces that straddle the line of casual elegance, that work from day to evening, or that have a slightly different cut, neckline, or material," suggests...