Spring 2018 colors are out! Like Meadowlark Yellow and Little Boy Blue. Cherry Tomato and Red Chili Oil. Pink Lavender and Spring Crocus. And Lime Punch or Coconut Milk.

~ Flowers are in! Fill that closet with a bouquet of colorful florals ~ a scene-stealing Easter dress or flowing party kimono.

~ Glittered sling backs and patent leather boots . . . just the right statement for spring.

~ Stripes are big this spring. Make your statement with tall vertical graphics or strong horizontal ones.

~ Harper’s Bazaar claims nail trends lean toward muted metallics and the combination of black and glitter.

~ Travel celebrity style with pink metallic carry-ons and soft-sided floral spinners. PS: Spring is the best time to buy luggage for that trip to the beach, or for a newly minted graduate.

~ A little secret we’ll share: When demand is high, prices are high. So now’s the times to buy items like BBQ grills, garden supplies and lawn mowers.

~ New lines of home appliances come out in the spring, so why not grab last year’s models at a deeply discounted price?

~ Start trying on prom dresses in March and April. Do so before they get all picked over! And men, don’t forget to get fitted for those tuxes.

~ Beat the winter doldrums by getting a new do or complete make-over. Book an appointment for a mani and pedi. And for fun, do it with your bestie.

~ Registries are not only for the newly-engaged. Expectant mothers and graduating seniors, can make a gift list, too. It make gift-giving a breeze for grandparents and gift-givers who live out of town.

~ Stores that sell sneakers and running shoes often encourage runners to get back on track, sometimes offering up to 50% off before the weather warms up.

~ And speaking of getting back into the healthy groove, why not stop by and join our Mall Walkers Club or start your own Baby Strolling group? Then stop by the Food Court and grab a bite to satisfy those Spring cravings.

~ So, here’s to Spring. May it be the most colorful yet!