If you're having a flashback with today's fashion, you're not alone.

The brightest trends are bringing back the soft paisleys, embroidered details, fringe and flowing scarves of '70s bohemian chic, mixed with the shocking colors and sleek lines of the 1980s - without the shoulder pads. You'll find it all at Treasure Valley stores and boutiques, as worn by a few community members you may recognize.

Must-haves for women

"Boyfriend"-cut jeans, a flirty dress and a frilly white blouse, says Barbara Krogh of Barbara, Barbara & Co. in Downtown Boise.

Bright broomstick skirt, acid-wash jeans, colorful camis and leggings, says Kim Monaghan of Dillard's at Boise Towne Square.

Yellow, purple and orange and print heels, platforms and flip flops; and gladiator sandals, says Nancy Irwin of Shoe Fetish in Downtown Boise.

Great-fitting jeans, a maxi dress in pastels, a sexy summer frock, says Molly Roche-McDonald of Miss Molly in BoDo.

Floral chiffon blouses and tunics, vests, lightweight scarves, cocktail rings, belts to wear over everything, and shoes that make a statement, says Natalie Durham, owner of Piece Unique and Shoez in BoDo.

Studded jeans, belts, embellished sandals, necklaces with dangling charms, says Lisa VanDyk, owner of Mimi Marie in Eagle.

Must-haves for men

Pastel and bright-colored shirts, a great pair of jeans that fit, says Brenda Kiley, owner of The Modern Man in Downtown Boise.

Jeans with elaborate detailing on the pockets, shirts in colors such as periwinkle, heather, golden pear and hollyberry, T-shirts, crews and polos in soft pima cotton, and a good pair of loafers, says Tom Purdy, men's manager for Dillard's.

A khaki fitted suit, vests, cardigans, distressed jeans, straight-leg chinos and lightweight scarves for men, says Mindy Field of Macy's Downtown in Boise.

Shirts with detail, clothing with a message, denim in colors, says Natalie Durham, owner of Piece Unique and Shoez in BoDo.

Classic sport coat with color, flat-front trousers, premium denim mixed with silk and soft cotton blended shirts, says Kevin Hadway of Alexander Davis in Downtown Boise.

Trends

FOR WOMEN

The dress is back and is more feminine, colorful and playful than ever, says Barbara Krogh of Barbara, Barbara & Co. in Boise.

Color is key. One great colorful item - a handbag, necklace or scarf - will make a bold statement, says Mindy Field of Macy's in Downtown Boise.

Colors to look for are pinks, greens, turquoise and bright retro patterns, says Kathy Wali of Cricket Clothing Co. in Boise.

Lots of layers, in clothing and jewelry, and bling on everything, says Lisa VanDyk of Mimi Marie in Eagle.

FOR MEN

Color is in - from pastels to bright paisleys, says Brenda Kiley, owner of The Modern Man in Downtown Boise.

Men's style is a throwback to classics but with a new flair for color, says Mindy Field of Macy's.

Contoured fit and more luxurious and colorful fabrics are in, says Tom Purdy, men's manager at Dillard's.

The "preppy" look and clothing with a message, says Natalie Durham, owner of Piece Unique and Shoez in BoDo.

Expect classic looks with elegant basics that are not too flashy, says Kevin Hadway of Alexander Davis in Downtown Boise.

About the models

We would like to thank all of our models who volunteered their time for our Treasure fashion photo shoot. They are all active in the greater Boise community. Here are some of the things they're up to these days:

Our cover man and Linen District developer David Hale is expanding the events at the Linen Building, 1402 W. Grove St., and starting a monthly farmers and artisan’s market that will feature everything from handcrafted jewelry and clothing to specialty foods and local food. The Sunday market will happen on the third Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., starting April 19.

Dancer and choreographer Amy O’Brien and designer Kerry Tullis are spearheading this year’s Modern Art event, set for 5 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7 (First Thursday) at the Modern Hotel and Bar, 1314 W. Grove St., in Boise’s Linen District.

Last year, more than 24 rooms in the boutique hotel were opened up to artists for an evening of performances and others artistic presentations. The event proved to be extremely popular, attracting more than 2,000 people. This year there will be more artists rooms, 34 in all and even more artists at work. The back of the hotel will be covered with canvas so graffiti artists can take over. At The Linen Building across the street, 1402 W. Grove St., you’ll find food vendors and a no-host bar in conjunction with Modern Art from 5 to 8 p.m., with a ticketed concert beginning at 9 p.m. (Band to be announced.) See a film from last year’s event at http://blog.themodernhotel.com.

Curtis Stigers always has something cookin’, either a European tour, new album or a cool local gig. This time, it’s the latter. Stigers is organizing a concert to benefit Boise Contemporary Theater, 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) Saturday, May 9, at the Fulton Street Center for the Arts, 854 Fulton St. Because of the economy, the theater canceled its production of Sara Rule’s “Eurydice” that was scheduled for April and is trying to stay afloat. Curtis, who is a fan of the theater, decided to do something.

The night promises to be a blast. Curtis will perform acoustic by himself, with friends and special guests, including Ned Evett, Bill Coffey and Steve Fulton. The Fool Squad, Tom Willmorth and Joe Golden, will keep it lively and funny. There will be a open bar with complimentary appetizers. Tickets are $75 at ICTickets, 442-3232. Tickets are limited. He also is headed to New York this month to record a new album that will be due out later this year on Concord Records. Keep up with Curtis at www.curtisstigers.com.

Jodi Peterson is marketing director for GreenWorks Idaho, a business association working to develop environmentally friendly business practices in Idaho. It is also producing the Idaho Green Expo. At the Expo, you’ll find the latest in emerging green technology, environmental products and ideas for developing green economy, as well as an local beer, wine and music festival in The Grove.

The expo takes place from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 18, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at the Boise Centre on The Grove, 850 Front St. Learn more at www.idahogreenexpo.org and www.greenworksidaho.org.

Jon Swarthout is more known as “Mr. Jon” by legions of children who have been part of his Treasure Valley Institute for Children’s Arts. Swarthout founded TrICA, an arts learning center in Boise’s North End, last year. TrICA includes classes that use movement to help kids explore everything from history to cultural relations to self-esteem, theater and music. You can get more information and sign up for summer workshops and classes at www.tricarts.org.

Carol Swig, is the owner of Handmade, an knitting arts store, and Handmade, Too, an art studio, which focuses on ceramics and other art mediums. Both shops are located at 60 S. Eagle Road in Eagle. Swig also is an arts education advocate and supporter of area arts groups, including the Trey McIntyre Project, TrICA and Arts West Charter School. http://handmadeeagle.com. You can see photographer and filmmaker C. Thomas Lewis’ latest project Arcanum Research, a hybrid creative project that incorporates discussion, performance and investigation, at its debut at Modern Art in May. Check it out in room 234 of the Modern Hotel, 1314 W. Grove St., during the event on May 7. Thanks again to Lewis for opening his home for our photo shoot.

Hollis Welsh is co-artistic director of Alley Repertory Theater, a company in its second season at the Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City. The company just closed its very successful production of Aditi Brennan Kapil’s “Love Person,” a contemporary twist on how lovers communicate – or don’t – told in American Sign Language, Sanskrit, spoken English, and projected e-mail and texting. The theater’s next project is “Plays for the Alley,” a collection of staged readings from local playwrights. Check out the theater’s new Web site: http://www.alleyrep.org. Welsh is also involved with Arcanum Research, so you can look for her at Modern Art as well.

Jan Mandroian Flynn, a former actress, uses her dynamic personality and communication skills as a program specialist with the American Lung Association of the Northwest. She also is Channel 6 news anchor Michelle Edmond’s aunt. Flynn's current project is Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU), a peer education and prevention program and Not on Tobacco, a program that helps teens quit smoking and stay off tobacco. She implements both projects statewide and gets into the community making presentations through out the area. Find out more at http://lungidaho.org.

Michael Flynn is an actor and visual artist who works in mixed-media computer manipulated photographic surrealism. He also is a freelance graphic artist and photographer. He has an upcoming exhibition of his photographic art at Wood River Cellars in Eagle in June. See some of Flynn’s work at http://flynnphoto.com.

Our models Chanel DaSilva, Ashley Werhun and Dylan G-Bowley dance with the Trey McIntyre Project. They are currently winding up the Boise-based company's European debut performances and will soon be back in town, rehearsing for the final concert of their premiere Boise season, 8 p.m. May 29, 2 and 8 p.m. May 30 at the Special Events Center at Boise State University. Tickets are $35 and $45 at Select-a-Seat, 426-1494.

About the photo shoot

We photographed this Treasure fashion shoot at the home of C. Thomas Lewis in East Boise. The house was designed in 1959 by architect Arthur Troutner. The design includes a 60-foot-long skylight, an indoor pool and 56 French doors. Photographer Joe Jaszewski created diverse backgrounds and moods over the course of the day. We also shot at Chandlers Steakhouse, one of Boise's hottest night spots.

About the hair, makeup

Our models' beautiful hairstyles and makeup were done by salon owner Ingrid Lee and her team from Ingrid's Salon, a new salon in Downtown Boise on the second floor at 250 N. 8th St. (344-9906) in Boise. Lee has been in the beauty biz for more than 30 years and brought her expertise to this project. Special thanks to Lee, Kate Berston and Danny Bowers for makeup; and Lee, Bowers, Becky McJunkin and Ashley Stevens for hair design.

On Saturday, April 18, Ingrid's Salon will hold a Locks of Love event and give free buzz cuts for a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Locks of Love uses donated hair to provide hair prosthetics for children suffering from long-term medical hair loss. Walk-ins only.