Spring 2014 Trend: Back in Blue

Vince Frayed-Edge Scuba Jacket

This spring’s hottest hue is actually pretty cool. Blue in shades like ice, glacier, navy and everything in-between will show up all over your wardrobe in the coming months, so scoop it up early in the season and wear it through the summer.

An easy update that adds some blue: swapping out your black for navy. Trade your black jacket and white tee in for subtly textured scuba jacket and shell in navy. Want to keep it casual? Add a pair of slouchy track pants in heathered navy to keep the look monochromatic without going overboard.

Vince Frayed-Edge Scuba Jacket, $475; Sheer Muscle Tee, $195; Track Pants, $195

St. John Abstract-Print Dress

For something a little more prim and proper, try an abstract blue print in a classic silhouette. We love the combination of bright blue and tan, so add a waist-cinching belt and a pair of tan pumps for a little something extra that won’t draw the eye from your dress.

St. John Abstract-Print Dress, $895; Belt, $195

Seeking something a little sleeker? Try a color-blocked strapless dress in shades of cobalt and robin’s egg, complete with nautical stripes that give the whole look a touch of summer.

L’Agence Strapless Dress, $375

If you’re only looking for a hint of blue, add some to your accessories. A suede fringe tote, cobalt bejeweled sandal, or ice blue bangle is the perfect way to try out the trend without diving in head-first.

Gucci Bamboo Shopper, $2,500, available at select Nordstrom stores; Prada Jeweled Sandal, $1,250; Ippolita Sterling Silver Bangles, $395-$1,495,

All items are available at select Nordstrom stores and nordstrom.com