(PRWEB) March 28, 2006 -- Fashion, fashion, fashion, a word that brings lots of joy for some, and a painful headache for others, specially for those who believe that keeping up with the trends of the season is extremely expensive and hard to achieve. AP9 Galleria USA, a leading discount membership program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC, is here to throw out that misconception, and teach those fashion-challenged that there are easy ways to keep up with the times, in a fashionable, non-expensive way.

The first thing to know is that it’s not necessary to buy every single latest style skirt there is. It’s important that you feel comfortable with what you’re wearing, and to get pieces that will emphasize the best parts of your body. Another trick to learn is that some items are just going to be in style for one season, and then you’ll have to store them for a couple of years, until the trend comes back. If you can afford to do so, then do it, but if you are on a budget, get pieces that you can use later on, mixed with other classic pieces you already have.

AP9 Galleria USA wants consumers to have ample fashion knowledge, so they can make better decisions at the stores regarding colors, styles and pieces that will benefit the way they look without hurting their budget. AP9 GalleriaUSA members can save 20% on gift cards purchased through the program for major retailers across the country simply by visiting DealPass.

Once the budget is determined, then it’s time to figure out what to get to look fabulous this upcoming spring and summer seasons. AP9 GalleriaUSA offers a few ideas:

-- Get Denim: And no, we’re not telling you to wear jeans. The trend now is to buy shoes and handbags made with this all-time fabric. An average-size denim handbag comes in handy for day or evening, and since it matches almost every color, you can use it with many items from your closet. Take your khakis out, put on a white-cotton shirt, and give those denim sandals a walk around town!

-- Get Wedges: This spring and summer, the trend of wedges gains strength. Although some insist on wearing 4-inch stilettos for elegant evening affairs, wedges are recommended for every other day or night occasion. Wedges make women look taller, and bring more support to the feet.

-- Get dresses: A very feminine look is the goal of many designers’ spring and summer collections. Dresses are back, from work to weekend or evenings out with friends. The shirt-dress is a hot trend, a versatile item that looks good on almost everyone, and it can be accessorized with big belts, another hot trend. Jersey knit and white-cotton dresses should also be on your must-get list. These dresses are never out of style.

-- Get Nude: Well, the color nude. This soft tone is ruling runways all over the world, in all possible shades. Try pairing nude pieces with matching colors that won’t take away the softness, like dark brown, black or white. If you want to add some sparkle, use a novelty handbag, yet another trend for the hot months of the year. Get them in natural materials, squashy shapes or daring prints.

With this basic info, you can hit the stores and browse around to find the right clothes and accessories for you and your family, to enjoy spring and summer in style. Members enjoy immediate access to a wide range of money-saving benefits that include not only fashion and accessories, but also personal care products and services that help to complete your entire look, concludes Galleria USA.

About AP9 Galleria USA
AP9 GalleriaUSA is a leading membership discount program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Adaptive Marketing is a category leader in both membership and loyalty programs, bringing value direct to consumers through an array of benefits in healthcare, discounts, security, personal property and personals. Members may access their benefits at DealPass.com, an online portal for Adaptive Marketing membership programs. With broad online and offline distribution capabilities, Adaptive Marketing offers its corporate client partners effective tools to enhance market presence, strengthen customer affinity and generate additional value through programs such as AP9 GalleriaUSA.