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For this color report we took a look at the girls runways and trade shows in order to give you an early view of the leading color stories for Spring 2009.

For girls, a wonderful range of stories is in the news with brights, mid brights, dusty pales and dancey pastels all making the grade. We also found a great earthy story with tons of pop colors for you to apply against your nature or Native American stories. Take a look at the best color stories from runways!
Bubble Gum
Yummy mid brights are in store for Spring 2009! Watch out for that melon oranges and the splashy turquoise and jade shades as they will be your volume colors. Pinks always work for the younger set and greens should be the backdrop for any story you are thinking of for spring!
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Precious Doll
This soft and ballet inspired story is just the thing for spring. Again you will see that green plays an important role with pinks and blue caste shades rounding out the story. Use in glazed prints, eyelet, soft knits and wonderful florals.
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Roller Girl
Looking for something super bright? These roller girl shades have been pumped up for the younger set and will probably be where your summer stories will emanate from. Use plenty of white to really zap these colors and be sure to keep that neon edge going by including the yellow in your screens and details!
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Santa Fe
This palette could easily accommodate your nature theme as well as any Native American story you may be thinking about. Verdant greens, rich earth shades and that wonderful watermelon shade are all in this mix. Be sure to contrast with white for that clean pop.
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Tea Break
This sophisticated story can be the driver for Easter looks though it can also be just the thing for a pretty and vintage based story as well. China pattern pinks, soft blues and lavenders are paired with strong neutrals and coffee shades for a really forward thinking effect. Arrange these colors in minimalist patterns and dainty details for best results.
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Vintage Boardwalk
A simple nautical story that has all the ingredients for success! Tons of blues from cornflower to perri and navy are arranged against a backdrop of white and grey mix. You can add shine to this story to take it to a clubbier vibe or you can go sporty with terry cloth patterns, knit stripes and denim mixers. Add silver for screens as needed and be sure
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