Eight ways to wear flats with anything this spring
Photo, Gabor Jurina. Makeup, Simone Otis. Hair, Tony Masciangelo.
Fashion Feature | May 2014
Say yes to silver
Metallics are having a moment — especially in the shoe department! They’re the coolest neutral tone on the planet, and they add an edge to everything from jeans to soft separates.
Shoes, $120, Nine West. Under $100: Top, $70, Shorts, $60, H&M.
Add prep to your step
Retro-inspired pieces like this cute bomber and walking short get a modern touch with a colourful suede driving shoe. What could be more perfect for a weekend road trip?
Jacket and shorts, price upon request, Lacoste. Tod's Shoes, $450, Holt Renfrew. Be-Je Jewels bracelet, $110, Elle Hardware.
Hair how-to: Start by working a texturizing spray or mousse into damp hair. Blow-dry with a diffuser and rough up your hair with your fingers to encourage the natural texture. If you want more wave, curl random pieces with a curling iron. Finish with a medium-hold hairspray.
Sport up a summer dress
Follow the lead of designers and pair your tennis shoes and trendy trainers with everything from classic sportswear to girlie dresses.
Dress, $168, French Connection. Bag, $160, Banana Republic. Under $100 | Rings, $10/Set of 9, H&M. Shoes, $23, Old Navy.
Go for French-girl chic
Now’s the time to add a touch of summer to spring’s more functional tailored items — think lighter layers, shorter hemlines and the perfect leather sandal, like this one in navy blue.
Jacket, $160, Jacob. Shorts, $225, Judith and Charles. Shoes, $180, Cole Haan. Rachel Zoe Bracelet, $150, The Bay. Under $100 | Top, $80, Ann Taylor. Belt, $40, Gap.
Put a glam spin on simple pieces
What’s the one thing most style icons have in common? Understated elegance. Here’s a good example: These two-toned pointed slip-ons add just the right amount of embellishment to these billowy pants.
Top, $245, Judith and Charles. Prada Shoes, $650, Holt Renfrew. Under $100 | Pants, $60, H&M. Bracelet, $7, Forever 21.
Rethink an LBD
Just as sexy as heels, a pretty pair of strappy flats looks great matched up with a short cocktail dress. Bonus: You’ll never suffer on the dance floor again.
Dress, $165, Tristan. Under $100 | Shoes, $70, Aldo.
Hair how-to This style is all about a good cut and a flat iron. Protect your hair from styling by smoothing a heat serum onto damp hair, avoiding the roots. Blow-dry with a flat brush, then take small sections and straighten ends with a flat iron. Finish the look with a shine-enhancing spray.
Try on a little glitter
Dressy skirts, luxe sweatshirts and bejewelled sandals are three of our favourite finds of the season — and when you combine them all together, the look is super modern with just the right amount of cool factor.
Top, $118, J.Crew. Skirt, price upon request, Mulberry. Shoes, $150, Winners. Essie nail polish in Penny Talk, $10.
Add a boyish touch
Who knew a long silky tunic and slim pant could look so chic yet casual? These classic leather sandals pull it all together.
Jeremy Laing top, $550, Holt Renfrew. Under $100 | Pants, $80, Loft. Shoes, $45, Gap.
Makeup how-to: Get a natural glow with a sweep of soft shimmery blush. For a fresh take on neutral summer makeup, dab a sheer metallic shadow on your eyes. It’s easy: Just pat it on with your fingertips.
Get this look: Covergirl Bombshell Shine Shadow in Copper Fling, $11. Cargo blush in Los Cabos, $26.
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