FASHION IS MARCHING IN A PLAYFUL DIRECTION THIS SPRING, ONE FILLED WITH COLOR, DYNAMIC SILHOUETTES, AND PERSONALITY APLENTY, AND PERHAPS THE SAUCIEST EXAMPLE IS THE FRINGE TREND. FORGET EVERYTHING YOU ONCE KNEW ABOUT THE THREADED LOOK AND SET ASIDE THE COWGIRL AND COACHELLA AESTHETIC IN FAVOR OF A GLAMMED-UP VERSION, PROVING THAT FRINGE IS ALL GROWN UP

BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA

Hervé Léger Banded Fringe Gown

Shake and shimmy the night away in this playful stunner, featuring a plunging neckline and skin-baring cutouts. The luscious terra cotta color complements nearly every skin tones while the Léger hallmark bandage fab- ric keeps everything neatly in place. $1,990, bloomingdales.com

Dolce & Gabbana Swimsuit

Attention, trendsetters! Let’s talk about this fl ashy one-piece rocking a super low V-neck and remov-able gold-tone DG logo belt. The black beaded edg-ing amps up the volume, making this piece versatile enough to moonlight as a striking top under dark denim. $3,600, dolcegabbana.com

Ungaro Liora Pants

Adorned with delicate white embroidery and playful fringe cuffs, these fancy pants are comprised of 100% silk and feature an elastic waist. Keep your shirt and shoes subdued so not to detract from the bold pattern of these knockout bottoms. $795,saksfifthavenue.com

Missoni Halter Maxi Dress

Originally designed as a sophisticated cover up, this deep U-neck frock is made from multicolored cords of jersey that fall grace-fully to the ankles. The back of the dress is exposed while the front is lined with nude fabric. $3,096, matchesfashion.com

Pucci Fringe Trimmed Suede Skirt

This slim, knee-length, high-waisted skirt boasts bold panels of orange suede poking through the deep purple hue. One side is fi nished with vivid Goccia print silk twill ties laced through silver grommets for a ‘70s kiss. $3,320, pucci.com

Fannie Schiavoni Zendaya Dress

You’ll be dancing under shiny disco balls in this Barbie-approved mini. The incandescent, asymmetric fringe sways with ease while
the hot pink metallic chainmail glimmers in the light. The front sports a draped décolletage while crisscross straps lay across the back. $3,609, fwrd.com

Mugler Fringe Denim Shorts

Be warned: these glitzy, five pocket shorts were not designed for the shy, as all eyes will be on you! Made from two-tone, multi-paneled denim, these cheeky bottoms are fi t-ted with chain tassel accents at the rear. $1,460, luisaviaroma.com

Cult Gaia Lana Slides

A unique melding of artwork and utility, these crystal-embellished mules will add an instant shot of edge to your summer uniform. A sky blue leather sole offers padding atop a matching acrylic heel. $568, bloomingdales.com