Sexy spring fashion: Power suits, exotic prints, oversized jewels and more

A belted trench

Take cover in this Bond Girl classic. An expertly cut trench in a neutral colour is a timeless piece you'll love forever.

Her: Prada sunglasses, $365, Holt Renfrew. Coat, $240, Banana Republic. Suitcase, Rimowa.

Him (all photos): Shirt, $205, Tuxedo, $1,295, Hugo Boss. Bow tie, stylist's own.

Power suit

Hit the jackpot in a take-me-seriously matching suit.

Jacket, $490, pants, $348, J.Crew. Bra top, $195, Pink Tartan. Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, Brown Shoes. Suitcase, Rimowa.

Luxe fabrics

Add a touch of intrigue to your wardrobe with on-trend exotic prints and patterns.

Jacket, $695, Pink Tartan. Kenneth Jay Lane ring, $185, Holt Renfrew. Skirt, $378, J.Crew.

$100 and under: Top, $89, Melanie Lyne. Necklace, $24, Reitmans.

A sexy silhouette

Pair a razor-sharp pencil skirt with a soft blouse and pointy pumps for a sultry yet sophisticated look (check out the slimming high waist!).

Malene Birger skirt, $265, info@wilshire.ca. 

$100 and under: Shirt, $49, Joe Fresh. Huit bra, $95, Secrets From Your Sister. Shoes, $45, Call It Spring.

White for night

Shake up your black-tie look with something sleek, shimmery and surprisingly comfortable.

Her: Laundry by Shelli Segal dress, $465, info@wilshire.ca. 

$100 and under: Bracelet, $10, H&M. Shoes, $100, Aldo.

Him: Victorinox Swiss Army watch, $695, Swiss Army. Calvin Klein shoes, $170, Town Shoes.

High-stakes accessories

Stack the deck in style with oversized jewels. It's the easiest way to dress up your basic LBD.

Kate Spade necklace, $298, Kenneth Jay Lane rings, $145 to $185, Holt Renfrew. Belt, $176, Brave Leather. Cards, $195, Hermès.

$100 and under: Dress, $30, H&M.

Femme fatigues

Make a getaway in military-inspired pieces. It's the new weekend uniform.

Sea-Smadar Eliasaf necklace, $160, Topaz Jewelry. Michael Michael Kors pants, $165, 1-866-733-5677. Cole Haan shoes, $275, 416-926-7575.

$100 and under: Shirt, $95, Banana Republic. Bracelet, $53, Brave Leather.

Bombshell blowout

Turn heads with a killer do. Tousled, textured hair trumps them all. The higher the better.

Jacket, $490, J.Crew. Tresemmé 24 Hour Body Amplifying Mousse, $6.

Sheer force

Try a top secret: Take everyday shapes to the next level with details like peekaboo treatments and cut-outs.

Kenneth Jay Lane bracelets, $220 and $480, Holt Renfrew. Shoes, $415, Stuart Weitzman. Suitcase, Rimona. 

$100 and under: Top, $99, Moon. Belt, $62, Banana Republic. Pants, $100, Jacob.

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