Are you kind of person who just has to know what's hot every season? Us too! At Beverly Lane, we always keep abreast of the best trends in trendy clothing and accessories, so that we can bring them to you at super affordable prices. We think it's important that even in tough economic times you're able to go out on the town looking trendy and fashionable.



So what's hot so far in 2009? We've been combing the streets and the fashion shows to find out so we can tell you. Here we present some of the hits so far in trendy clothing and accessories, 2009 style:

#1 Trendy clothing accessories: In dresses -- the mini

The top designers this year are mad for the mini-skirt. Whatever the color, fabric, or style, the important thing is the length: strictly above the knee. We think the mini is totally hot, so if you have the legs for it, get into a mini today ? don't delay!

#2 Trendy clothing accessories: In sunglasses -- Ray-Ban retro

Ray-Ban continue to steal the limelight in the sunglasses world. Their retro frames remind us of a simpler, more innocent time, and seem to flatter every face shape. Plenty of other manufacturers are following their lead, some at greatly reduced prices. For a basic introduction to Ray-Ban retro, go for a pair of Wayfarer or Wayfarer-esque frames in a subtle tortoiseshell. Feeling bold? Pick a similar frame but go for a white or a metallic color such as gold.

#3 Trendy clothing accessories: In prints -- geometry and colors

When it comes to prints, 2009 is all about geometric patterns and big, bold colors. Don't be afraid to rock out your frocks and dresses with solid colors, from bright primaries to pinks and pastels.

#4 Trendy clothing accessories: In styles -- boxy and boyish

The hot silhouette for 2009 is definitely boxy, so don't throw away those shoulder pads just yet! Try a trim, slim blazer with skinny or boyfriend jeans, and you'll have nailed this style to the wall. Of course we've seen the bold-shouldered look before ? it was big news in the 1980s ? but this time around it's a little more slim and subtle.

#5 Trendy clothing accessories: In bags -- the clutch

Remember those gigantic handbags of a few years ago? Well they may have been convenient if you wanted to carry an entire change of clothes with you, but they're going, going, gone! Maybe it's a sign of the times, but bags in 2009 are all about the understated clutch, rather than the overstated shoulder-bag carry-all. This might mean it's time to downsize that cell phone and diary as well, or they're just not going to fit!

#6 Trendy clothing accessories: In bangles and necklaces -- chunky

What better way to accessorize a boldly colored or patterned dress or top than with some chunky jewelry? We love the chunky look in bangles and necklaces. It looks great and is usually really affordable to put together as well! So how chunky should you go? The chunkier the better! We're yet to see a bangle or necklace that was just too chunky.