Shopbop's Fashion Director Teaches Us How to Style Overalls

By Nicola Fumo Mar 13, 2014, 3:16pm EDT

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Next up in our spring preview is three trends Shopbop Fashion Director Elle Strauss is placing her bets on. She's doing the '90s in a minimal way (not so grungy), picking up pastels for head-to-toe looks (always toughed up with a little black), and investing in tailored blouses (including that runway Alexander Wang look). All of her picks are after the jump, along with brilliant styling tips.

Alexander Wang romper, $895
"I love an updated take on a classic, and this season's crop of tailored blouses is exactly that. There
No. 21 blouse, $380
"I am always drawn to a bit of lace and have more stripes than I can count in my wardrobe, so I'm really
Rebecca Taylor dress, $295
"The shirt dress has had a total resurgence this season. It's such a great wardrobe staple becau
"The 90s are back in full force! The spring 2014 runways were covered in overalls, varsity jackets, slouchy track pants, and bra-tops. I love this trend because it's totally nostalgic, but done in a modern way. Rather than returning to full on grunge (I h
10 Crosby Derek Lam leather overalls, $1,495; Line and Dot overalls,
Oclay Gulsen crop top, $290
"I always love a good crop top and the sporty cut of this one has that total 90s vibe."
Rag & Bone backpack, $795
"We just recently launched Rag & Bone handbags on Shopbop. This sleek leather backpack is my favorite pi
"I'm all about color this time of year, especially in pretty, subdued shades that are both eye-catching and easy to wear. I look for pastel pieces in fresh silhouettes, like a slouchy sweatshirt or sleek pencil skirt—and I always mix in an element of blac
Loeffler Randall mini tote, $395
"Injecting a pop of pastel with accessories is a super easy way to incorporate the trend
Whistles top, $500
"I'm obsessed with UK brand, Whistles, which is new to Shopbop this season. This pale pink organza crop
Tibi skirt, $625
"The texture of this Tibi full-skirt is so unexpected. I'd wear it with a crop top (surprise!) and strappy stilett