**1. Sheer layers**

Perhaps my favorite trend this past year was sheer layers. Try pairing a dark bandeau with a light lace top, or a solid mini skirt with a sheer overlay maxi skirt. Leaving just enough to the imagination, layering with sheer fabric can be both sexy and sweet looking.

**2. Cut-out dresses**

Perfect for a night out on the town, cut-out dresses flash just the right amount of skin without showing too much. And the sharp, geometric cut-out shapes give your look an instant edge. From gowns on the red carpet to frocks at Forever 21, it looks like these alluring and sexy dresses are here to stay.

**3. Fringe**

This past year, fringe seemed to find it’s way onto any and every clothing item. From cocktail dresses and necklaces to boots and bags, the swinging stands of fabric can make your outfit look boho-chic effortlessly.

**4. Brightly colored skinny jeans**

If you’re looking to stand out from the crowd, look no further than this year’s hottest denim trend. When paired with more neutral tops, brightly colored skinny jeans are playful and dramatic, adding just the right amount of flair.

**5. Cape Coats**

Staying stylish in the winter can be tough, especially when you’re forced to cover up your outfit with bulky outerwear. But this year the cape coat came back in style just in time for the winter winds. Cape coats, oversized ponchos and dolman tops all offer a loose, flowy silhouette that flatters all body types.