Return of the '80s

Phenomenally popular Miami Vice style pushed-up sleeves and Dynasty style power shoulder pads, a modern version of the jumpsuit in all-floral, polka dots and animal prints prove that 1980s fashion is back for Spring 2009. Here's a list of trends to watch as they emerge from the runways of the fashion cities to cheer people up in these times of economic gloom. You'll be wearing colours from the fruity wheel of lemon, citrus lime, papaya and mango.

While uplifting, zesty super lemon yellow continues to make its mark on the world of fashion; lavender transformed from last season's purples and rose from fuchsia are emerging as big looks for spring. "Such shades and prints provide some welcome psychological stability in these unstable economic times," said L One. n Jumpsuits and Playsuits - Clearly one key item this season is all-in-one figure-hugging jumpsuits to feel the comfort. It comes in short or long lengths, in floral, metallic shades, candy stripes and leopard prints.

n Trousers and Pants - The printed 7/8th crop length trouser comes of age this season and skinny pants or slinky wet-look leggings are the looks of the day.

- Jackets & Cardigans - An easy-to-adopt spring trend look is to roll up the sleeves, especially for jackets, baggy blazers or kimono style sleeves of the season. Add some long tunic length vest jackets or cropped lengths to your spring wardrobe.

- Dresses - Marc Jacobs to Vivienne Westwood displayed medieval hooded dresses and African hooded outfits on the catwalk for spring. There are plenty of kaftans, peplum waists and papaya shape shift dresses too. Saba Vasim is an international AICI certified style consultant and fashion writer Fashion accessories Look smart by adding sash-like scarf belts, huge chunky necklaces, chandelier earrings, décor cuffs piled high up the arm, like last season. Bug-eyed glasses are essential spring accessories this season.

Pop star Madonna is seen on stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York, June 1985.