Spring wardrobe must-haves: 10 styles for the season

Spring has sprung

From pantone-approved tangerine tango to the more muted pastels, colour is in full bloom this spring. If you sprung for coloured denim this winter, then go one step further with printed pants (as seen on Olivia Palermo, left) or get hip to the figure-flattering peplum (even Kate Middleton’s a fan).

Cross-body bag

This cross-body bag in a springtime shade is perfect for toting all your essentials without the extra bulk. The buckle detail and chain strap with a faux python finish instantly adds glamour to any day or night outfit.



Get it: Serpent crossbody, Rachel Rachel Roy, $59, The Bay

Bow-tie blouse

Trade in your everyday button-down for a ladylike silk blouse that’s edged in black and tied with a bow. The contrasting black and white combo is on-trend, and this little number is a guaranteed classic.



Get it: T. Babaton, Sabrina blouse, $115, Aritzia

Pyjama pant

From Erdem to Prada, the runways were awash in print and pattern, and Stella McCartney added the pyjama trend to the mix, too. Trade in your dark pants for a pair with a modern graphic or delicate floral pattern. Choose a slim-cut or full-leg PJ-style pant, and pair them with a risk-free neutral tee on top.



Get it: Paisley pant, $172, J.Crew

Peplum

From the runway to your hips, this is a springtime must-have: peplum (a flared ruffle at the waist). Opt for a more refined frill for a silhouette that gives a softer, but still sexy waist.


Get it: Dress, $119, Zara

Printed denim

From colour to florals, the printed denim trend is still red-hot. Inject a boost of flower power with this botanical pattern, but keep it simple on top with a white tee.


Get it: Citizens of Humanity, $189, Aritizia

Tangerine tango

Test drive the bold pantone colour of the year: tangerine tango. In a soft lace, this top is the perfect mix of demure and daring.


Try it: Lace top, Moon, $49, The Bay

Linen suit

A linen suit never goes out of style, but with a slim-cut silhouette and in a shade of blue, this look is decidedly modern. Wear the pieces together or apart but keep the ensemble fresh with a pop of neon for a fun colour-block look.


Get it: Linen trousers, $60, blazer, $90, Zara

Nautical

The timeless nautical stripe from French milliner, St. James Minquiers, gets an update with a feminine cut that’s slightly more fitted. Not just for weekends with jeans, combine this versatile topper with a bright pencil skirt for a more modern but casual combo.



Get it: St. James Minquiers III tee, $88, J.Crew

Simple sandal

Simple and sleek with a single-side buckle, this sandal will carry you through the season and easily dress up cuffed jeans or a pencil skirt.



Get it: Sandal, $120, Mango

Statement necklace

This season, whether you choose a choker or a short strand necklace, try wearing it over your button-down for a fun, fresh vibe.

Get it: Aqua neon necklace, price upon request, Tom Binns