Street Chic: Union Square Greenmarket

It may seem like forever ago that it was warm and sunny, but spring will be sprung again – and when it does, what will you wear? Dresses are still a strong trend, though this year the focus is on the waist. Put away the empire-waisted baby doll styles and go for shirt dresses in bright colors or delicate florals.

Distressed denim in all forms is going strong, and it seems like you can roll up the cuffs on almost anything and call it the “boyfriend” look.

After the jump: look at what New Yorkers were wearing on a hot Saturday at the Union Square Greenmarket.

The rule for bright colors this spring? There are no rules. Go as bright as you want and mix them all up. Love her pixie haircut, too.

Bunches of tulips brighten the day.

Two women in quirky colored sunglasses. This being New York, even spring looks have a punk edge.

More punk spring.

I’m pretty sure this awesome boom box is for real, though not sure if it actually works. Also note the bright colored Nike high tops.

Denim shorts – and yes, these look homemade. Sometimes all it takes to get new clothes is old clothes and a pair of scissors….

Straw fedoras were popular on men and women, and the more beat-up looking, the better. You’re going for a gracefully decaying Havana look here.

Love how she takes a yellow cardigan and wraps it like a scarf.

Messy updos! The hairstyle of the moment is one any woman can pull off with long hair and a ponytail holder.

I wonder what would happen if this lady with the parakeets on her shoulders ran into the guy on Seventh Ave. who carries the cat on his head.

Excellent dress. The style is very versatile and just right.

Shift dresses like these are also perfect for a hot day. And yes, scarves are still a big seller now despite the recession. They can change up any outfit.

Look for a lot of dresses like this floral one this spring and summer. Kate Moss ran them at Topshop in Liberty prints – and where Kate Moss goes, fashion follows. Plus, they’re quite practical.

Surprisingly, this was the only example of true “boyfriend” jeans spotted all day, despite the hype the style has been getting. Unsurprisingly, they were worn by someone very thin and tall….

Further down University Place. This cute Tin Tin look is still going strong. Interesting shoes too – Docksiders are surprisingly on trend this spring.

This great look is all about the mix.

Two guys with dogs.

Three guys. Cuffed jeans look good on men too when paired with boots or high tops.

Pretty nautical dress and another straw fedora.

Distressed jeans and a boyfriend blazer – a great casual look. More colored plastic sunglasses too. Walter showed a lot of these for spring.

Love this kooky robin’s egg bird nest hat.

Straw fedora.

Love this ladylike ’40s style skirt with the piping.

Distressed denim shorts add a touch of ’90s grunge.