It’s here!  It’s finally here! If you’ve been waiting to shed those bulky layers and ditch those heavy coats and boots, you’re not alone in your anticipation. Tomorrow marks the first “official” day of spring, although here at the Zappos HQ in Las Vegas, it’s been feeling like spring for a few days now.

We’re super excited to start breaking out the pastels, slipping into those sandals, and adding in splashes of color into our wardrobes. Spring fashion IS the best part about the season after all! Well…the weather isn’t so bad either!

To mark this much-awaited season of sunshine and new beginnings, we’re highlighting a few of our standout spring trends to get your closet ready. For even more on-trend picks, check out the The Style Room!

Pretty Pastels:

1. Soft Joie Masie Tank in Arctic Blue, 2. Type Z Nalie Cut Out Blouse in Peach, 3. Joe's Jeans Straight Ankle in Purple

Sporty Chic:

4. Kensie Sporty Pocket Dress, 5. Steve Madden "Beleever", 6. BCBGMAXAZRIA Dixon Colorblock Moto Jacket

Perfect Primary:

7. Franco Sarto "Roxanne" in Red Suede/Patent  8. ALDO Gadourny in Medium Blue 9. Michael Stars Horizon Wash Striped Midi Dress

Borrowed from the boys:

10. Jack by BB Dakota Chambray Top, 11. Frye Jillian Slip Oxford, 12. Hudson Jamie Slim Chino

When it comes to being on the pulse of what’s trending in the world of fashion, the designers at Steve Madden certainly do their homework!

Check out the top three trends making a big impression this fall season:

Combat boots: These tough yet stylish boots pair perfectly with skinny jeans—but we love the juxtaposition when they’re paired with a feminine ensemble, like a pretty floral dress or something lacy!

Studding: Studs were everywhere on the spring and fall runways, and we love how they add a little (or a big) dose of edge to an everyday wardrobe.

Funky, bold sneakers: These definitely aren’t made for the gym! These glamed-up versions of our weekend favorites are a great combo of comfort and of-the-moment style. We love them paired with leggings, skinny jeans and oversized sweaters!

COMBAT BOOTS: 1. Steve Madden Camarro, 2. Steve Madden Troopa, 3. Steve Madden Fairmond

STUDDED: 4. Steve Madden Swaret, 5. Steve Madden KStudd , 6. Steve Madden Tarnney

BOLD SNEAKERS: 7. Steve Madden Olympiaa, 8. Steve Madden Braady, 9. Steve Madden Jeckle

Steve Madden is known for capturing the most of-the-moment trends in footwear and making them accessible and wearable. This summer is certainly no exception with their impressive collection of men’s and women’s shoes. They truly have something for everyone—from the trendy fashion plate to the more classic and simple.

Check out a couple of our current Steve Madden faves below!

Women’s:

1. Steve Madden “Saahti” sandals: We love this subdued version of the gladiator sandal.

2. Steve Madden “Xcess” wedge sandals: These sky-high beauties are perfect for adding a dose of sexy to your summer ensembles!

3. Steve Madden “Klingee” fringe sandals: Studs and fringe in one sandal? This one is definitely a show stopper!

Men’s:

4. Steve Madden “Roudie” cap-toe oxfords: These would look rather striking paired with white denim.

5. Steve Madden “Agate” dress loafer: From the office to a dinner date, this one is a real keeper.

6. Steve Madden “Wells” driving moc: Pair these with khaki shorts for a polished summer look.

You’ve probably noticed four of our lovely staff members highlighting some of their favorite spring sandals on the homepage this week. Here they are creating some “fun and a little weirdness”, hamming it up during their photo shoot! 

We asked these Zappos ladies a couple of questions to get to know them a little better:

Describe your personal style in 3 words:

A: Urban, girly and relaxed

What is your favorite sandal currently for spring? :

A: I LOVE the “Manngo” espadrille wedge by Steve Madden!

What are your top three favorite Zappos brands? :

A:  Free People, BB Dakota and Nike

If you could have any theme song, what would it be and why? :

A: “I’m in a Hurry” by Alabama. I’m a master in multi-tasking and always on the go. 

Describe your personal style in 3 words:

S: Comfortable, colorful and striped. I love stripes!

What is your favorite sandal currently for spring? :

S: I live in the Volcom Forever Creedler  flip flops when it’s warm out.

What are your top three favorite Zappos brands? :

S:  Converse, Volcom, Purminerals

If you could have any theme song, what would it be and why? :

S: “The Imperial March” (Darth Vader’s Theme). Not because I'm evil and part machine, but because I'm determined and under the impression that I'm tall.

Describe your personal style in 3 words:

E:  boho, low-key and comfortable

What is your favorite sandal currently for spring? :

E: The Volcom New School Creedlers. I literally own four different pairs!

What are your top three favorite Zappos brands? :

E: Roxy, O’Neill and Volcom

If you could have any theme song, what would it be and why? :

E: “The Science of Selling Yourself Short” by Less Than Jake. It has such a great flow and I can listen to this song over and over again. It makes me want to take the top off of jeep and blast it while driving down the highway!

Describe your personal style in 3 words:

C: fun, effortless, comfortable

What is your favorite sandal currently for spring? :

C: I love the Steve Madden Manngo in Coral!

What are your top three favorite Zappos brands? : Joie, Jessica Simpson, BCBGMAXAZRIA

If you could have any theme song, what would it be and why? :
C: "Daylight” by Matt and Kim. I absolutely love this song because the beat is so up lifting. This song always puts me in a good mood!

Outfit 1, Outfit 2

To showcase our talented and creative stylist team, we’ve decided to do a weekly Stylist Spotlight. This week’s stylist is Maggie M. Check out her cool take on weekend style with these two ensembles she hand-picked just for Stylist Spotlight!

We asked Maggie a couple of questions to get to know more about her and her personal style:

What do you do at Zappos?

M: I specialize mostly in our athletic and outdoor apparel categories. My daily focus is to coordinate outfits and create the ultimate visual experience for our customers.

What are a couple of fun facts about yourself? 

M: I really enjoy spending time in my studio sewing, screen printing, and exploring various forms of fiber art. I play the bass guitar and have been an avid homebrewer for the past 2 years. Running is another passion of mine as I have recently started training for a half marathon.

Describe your personal style:

M: Depending on my mood or the event, my style tends to sway between Hipster and Boho. A couple of my fashion icons are  Karen O and Sienna Miller.

What was your last Zappos purchase, or what is your dream purchase?:

M: The last purchase I made was the Minnetonka Kilty Suede Moccasins in brown suede.

What are your top 4 favorite brands at Zappos.com?

M: Free People, RVCA, Vans and Alternative Apparel.

We recently did a photo shoot right here in our own backyard; well, Nelson, NV to be exact, less than an hour away from Zappos HQ. There’s an awesome ghost town out there, and it made for a really cool backdrop to this fall shoot.

Check out some of our favorite shots (Click on the photos to shop these looks!):

Classic Man

Trendster

Casual Cool

Outdoor Style

One of our favorite fall trends also happens to be one of the coziest around! Shearling is making a huge impression on us this season, particularly when done in tastefully chic details.

Here are just a few of our current picks to cozy up to this fall!

1. MICHAEL Michael Kors Faux Leather Shearling Jacket: A modern iteration of the classic bomber, this jacket adds a dose of pulled-together style to everyday casual.

2. Rockport Katja Shearling Mule: With clogs still being a go-to shoe for fall, we adore the classic good looks of this Rockport style. It’s also super comfy for all-day wear!

3. UGG Sequin 4-Panel Scarf: When you’re feeling a bit festive, throw on this fabulous scarf! It even makes a great gift for the UGG fan in your life!

4. UGG Long Pile Shearling Cuff Gloves: Why settle for just ordinary gloves? These have such a vintage glam appeal, but perfect for any outfit.

5. Steve Madden Isabel Tote: This has tons of room for all your essentials and then some.

6. Matt Bernson Tundra boots: The cuffed boot is one of our must-haves for fall, and this one is just so spot on.

Sometimes, you just have to let your shoes do the talking! This fall, there’s an exciting new crop of shoes that take the trends to a whole new level. These fabulous statement-making shoes are destined to be the main attraction!

Here are a few of our latest picks:

1. Naughty Monkey Vice: The ample embellishments on this platform wedge pump add the perfect amount of interest.

2. Steve Madden Kennya: Raise the bar with the worldly tribal print and retro-inspired platform on this stunning shoe.

3. DV by Dolce Vita Wink: The loafer is a big shoe trend this fall. When done in a punchy pink and emblazoned with edgy studs, the look is anything but prim and proper.

4. Steve Madden Gaayle: Taking the colorblock trend and raising it up on a sky-high platform makes this one show-stopping peep toe.

5. Sam Edelman Ria: There’s no denying it; leopard print is one of the hottest prints around, and this bootie is spot on!