Spring forward to a brighter season with the latest denim additions to Manhattanite. Choose from a muted eggplant to vibrant bursts of blues and reds this Spring/Summer 2012 as it promises to be a kaleidoscopic adventure for those who seek it.

The signature Siwy styles, Hannah and Camilla have been updated with trendy pops of colors. Those who are familiar with this brand should have no trouble at all finding a perfect shade.  For I, myself have fallen for the Hannah in “Honeymoon”, a luxurious and playful take on a neutral hue.

Feeling a bit quirkier than usual? Then Blank denim’s tangerine spray-on skinnies might just be the winner. The skin tight fit comes with a good amount of stretch, encouraging easy movements to keep the wearer comfortable and positive as the color represents.

There’s a subtle option for those who are not sure if they can handle all the attention in such sprightly wear. M2F Denim’s aesthetically vintage jeans may just be your cup of tea. Their stonewashed denim come in inky purples, traditional blues and lusterless red. It could be your little way of taking part in this season’s positive take with color.

My search for a reliable source of vintage rock and roll t-shirts can finally come to an end. Strategically placed rips? Check. Well-stretched necklines which look like the washing machine has taken its toll on it? Check. An intangible relaxed look overall? Check. Doesn’t cost me over $100 just because it’s vintage or looks vintage enough? Check. Uh huh - Chaser, you have got it right.  The invitingly comfortable, thin and soft fabric of their shirts are great for slouching around the house in to keeping it cool with a statement jacket like Nicole Richie (see above). This is one must-have for all to indulge in, all at a reasonably price of about $50 per piece.

All Chaser pieces on Manhattanite can be found here.

Definitely a wardrobe essential, plaid shirts are a common interest between celebrities and are constantly on the celebrity style radar. Channel a grunge look with a pair of equally classic doc martens or smarten them up with well-fitting jeans and a pair of comfortable wedge heels. Whichever way you choose to wear it, it is dead easy to look comfortable and cool at the same time.

Rails offer a variety of plaid styles and cuts so it’s safe to say there is enough plaid to go around with! I especially love the short sleeved cropped style which will look adorable with a flirty above-the-knee skirt and a pair of lace-up wedge boots. It also comes in navy blue!

If it’s chilly where you are now, the long sleeved button-down version also make a great layering piece with a warm coat and tough looking boots. The best bit however about these shirts are that they are all just under $100, of good quality and have a narrow cut. It just doesn’t get any better than this!