Hair-raising spring fashion

The cast of "Hair" brings flower power from the stage to the streets

The 1967 musical "Hair" is famous for its young hippie cast members shedding their clothing in a passionate declaration of freedom. But what inspires us in terms of spring fashion are those very threads—patched-up jeans, fringed vests, long dresses, flowing tops—that drop to the stage floor.

So we enlisted the eight principals of the Broadway revival, which opens at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre March 31, to show off styles that pay homage to the flower-child vibe of the 1960s as well as the shapes and trends of 2009.

Translation: floral prints blossoming on jumpers, tights and tiered dresses; denim expressing its versatility with soft shirts, cropped jackets and acid-wash jeans; jewelry coming out to play with bright colors and flashy charms.

After winter’s drab palette, gleaming colors and styles provide a sartorial dose of vitamin D—an ideal way to welcome the dawning of the new season. Let the sunshine in. —Julie Gordon and Jessie Pascoe

On Gavin Creel (left): Steven Alan shirt, $168, and tie, $70; at Steven Alan Annex, 103 Franklin St., 212-343-0692. Vintage Army jacket. Levi's Capital E Hesher jeans, $178; at Barneys, 660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900. Camper shoes, $160; at Camper, 125 Prince St., 212-358-1842.
On Will Swenson (center): American Apparel T-shirt, $26; at American Apparel. Steven Alan linen blazer, $535; at Steven Alan Annex, 103 Franklin St., 212-343-0692. V. Fraas scarf, $38; at Lord & Taylor. Levi's 511 skinny jeans, $69.50; at The Levi's Store, 25 W. 14th St., 212-242-2128. Camper sneakers, $130; at Camper.
On Darius Nichols (right): H&M T-shirt, $5.90; at H&M. American Apparel hoodie, $42; at American Apparel. Converse by John Varvatos suspender pants, $125; at Bloomingdale's. Original Penguin slip-ons, $115; at Original Penguin, 1077 Sixth Ave, 646-443-3520.