Dots' 2012 Spring Trend Report

CLEVELAND, March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2012 spring fashion verdict is in—and it's a statement maker. From full-on prints to cheeky color blocking, Fashion Week served up many hot trends. And thanks to Dots, the women's specialty retailer, these trends are oh-so-wearable—and affordable, too.     

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"Spring is an exciting transition season," said Connie Marsh, Dots Director of Trend. "The winter cold breaks, temperatures rise and women can't wait to put something new and fresh on. Our spring line at Dots includes popular and affordable trends for every shopper."

Marsh says, "Customers can expect to see the following and more in the 2012 line."

• Color explosion- Colorblocking will continue to be a popular trend this spring thanks to high-octane brights. Dots encourages women to experiment by pairing colored denim with bright and bold basic tees or tanks for a wearable look.
• Versatile layering- From cropped denim to lightweight knit blazers, a versatile jacket can act as the ultimate layering piece to take you from the office to a night on the town.  
• Body-con(scious) dressing- Celebrate feminine shapes with body-con stretch knit skirts and dresses.
• Sheer Glory- The marriage of lace and sheer is perfection this spring. With the unique blend of soft and feminine with sexy and chic, pieces such as lace blazers and feminine sheer overlay dresses are this season's closet essentials.
• Mixed Prints- Stripes, the most popular runway pattern, were mixed on the spring runways with everything from florals to polka dots, or star prints.  Dots creates an everyday approach to mixing, and brings high-fashion style into any closet.
• Tribal Chic- An eclectic mix of tribal, ethnic and animal prints brings out a wild side and encourages Dots girls to have fun with their fashion.

All of the spring looks remain true to Dots' mission of a love for retail and the belief that fashion should be affordable for everyone. Whether you prefer bright and bold or simplistic and feminine, Dots has fashion-forward looks to match any style, in any size from 0-24. The retailer has become a go-to for affordable, stylish women's apparel and accessories, and has an ideal atmosphere for any woman to indulge in her passion for style.

Dots is the best-kept secret among trend-savvy, price-conscious women for career, casual and club apparel and accessories. Currently, Dots has over 400 stores in 28 states. To see more of this season's hottest looks, visit the Dots Early Spring Trend Book at http://www.dots.com/trendbook/.

For additional information on Dots, including the latest fashion trends, please visit www.dots.com, or follow Dots on Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT DOTS

A mainstay in women's specialty retail for over 20 years, Dots' growth and success was founded on a passion for retail that stems from a belief that it doesn't cost a lot to look great! Dots is committed to staying ahead of the latest trends with fashion-forward buyers shopping Europe, New York and Los Angeles for the next fresh and fun look. Today, the company is a vibrant, growing retailer with more than 400 stores within a 28-state footprint. Visit Dots online at www.dots.com.

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