Ami Ami's Merrie Spade Predicts Biggest Fashion Trends For 2015

As a decorated boutique owner for over 30 years, Merrie Spade has certainly proven herself to be the North Shore fashion expert. Her exclusive store, ami ami in Highland Park, is representative of her impeccable taste and eye for up and coming designers along with fashion staples. With every new year comes new fashion trends, and Spade takes great pride in outfitting her boutique and local clients in up and coming style pieces debuted in New York City, Paris, and LA.

Her thoughts on the biggest trends of 2015 include, "jackets, jackets, jackets, in every which way." Spade says that jackets are no longer just necessities to deal with based on the weather, but the perfect way to complete any look. They can be worn winter, spring, summer or fall, and are a great layering piece and compliment any outfit for any occasion. From a soft Veronica Beard leather jacket that can be dressed up or down, to a Thakoon Addition Zip-Front Tweed & Leather Jacket that can be worn with dresses and pants alike, the choices are endless.

Spade and the ami ami team are especially excited for this coming spring. Spade says that her inspiration comes from "nostalgia for the early 1970's". Her up-and-coming trends include tie-dye, trapeze dresses, baby doll dresses (such as this one by Rachel Zoe), and of course, flower power floral. The look will certainly be bohemian chic, with just enough edge to mix things up. Similarly, Spade says crop-tops, fringe and straw bags are on their way back in. ami ami is ready and willing to help bring out the flower child in us all!

Co-owner, Stacey Skolnick, says her mom Merrie has always had a talent for seeing the future of fashion. Her other unique gift is that she knows her clientele. She knows the community, the North Shore style, and brings a competitive knowledge of the global fashion market to Highland Park. Spade also offers personal shopping, especially for those who can't seem to shop for themselves!