Style Inspiration: Girlie

Jennifer Hudson looking positvely radiant in crisp, fresh colors white and beige.

Genevieve Jones and Eva Pigford show their softer sides in true ‘girlie’ style.

Pink Dress: Charmeuse Dress, $39.50, www.alloy.com; Clutch: Lace Clutch by Chinese Laundry, $40, www.oohboutique.com; Shorts: Eyelet Short, $36.50, www.alloy.com; Ring: Flower Ring, $3.80, www.forever21.com; Heels: Valdivia, $65, www.bandolino.com; Lace Dress: Lace Pearl Beaded Dress by Matthew Williamson, $890, www.net-a-porter.com; White Dress: Brocade Halter Dress, $39.80, www.forever21.com; Bracelet: Charm Bracelet, $35, www.victoriassecret.com; Red Top: Ruffled Collared Tunic, $820, www.brownsfashion.com; Sandal: Frosina, $19.99, www.aldoshoes.com; Tube Dress: Strapless Dress, www.charlotte-russe.com; Yellow Top: Jan Top, $22.80, www.forever21.com; Skirt: Mix Media Skirt, $24.50, www.wetseal.com; Floral Bag: Pacifica Print Bag, $80, www.monsoon.co.uk; Necklace: Heart Pendant from Etoile Collection, $1050, www.tiffany.com; Beaded Braclet: Beaded Braclet Set, 2 for $8, www.charlotte-russe.com; Flats: Jessika, $59, www.chineselaundry.com; Earrings: Angel Wing Earrings, $9.99, www.girlprops.com; Wedges: Ring Wedge Sandal by Exchange by Charles David, $31.79, www.endless.com; Coat: Jacquard Swing Coat, $240, www.warehouse.co.uk; Floral Dress: Secret Garden Tube Dress, $22.80, www.forever21.com

Spring is the perfect season to show off your girlie-girl side. Think light chiffon, delicate prints and plenty of frills. But don’t just concede to stereotypical feminine lace or colors like baby pink. Be bold and opt for greens, bright reds and even add edge to an outfit with some denim (a la Genevieve Jones). Also play with hemlines. Not everything has to be short to be feminine. Long, flowy dresses and skirts are perfect for spring. On another note, I wish Jennifer Hudson had looked this put together on the Oscar’s red carpet. I wonder if Mr. Talley and Ms. Hudson are still friends...